Santa Barbara Population 2026
Santa Barbara has a population of 91,842, making it the #372 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 96× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
91,842
Rank in United States
#372
Coordinates
34.42°N, 119.70°W
~15 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,803 km
2,362 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Santa Barbara
FAQ
What is the population of Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara has a population of 91,842 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #372 biggest city in United States.
What state is Santa Barbara in?
Santa Barbara is located in California, United States.
Is Santa Barbara the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,803 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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