February 5, 2026
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Vital signs: Average Santa Barbara County rent reaches over $3.6K

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A new report from Construction Coverage found that the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara Metro's median rent is up to $3,684, the highest among all midsize metros in the United States. Announced Jan. 29, rents in the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara metro sit 91.5% above the national median of $1,924, underscoring how local housing costs compare with broader…

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