Isla Vista SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Isla Vista summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Isla Vista. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Isla Vista is 133 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Isla Vista is 1.3x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Isla Vista is $1,467,458.
The median income in Isla Vista is $25,972.
Isla Vista's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Isla Vista Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Isla Vista | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 133 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 109 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 117 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 173 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 115 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 119 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 119 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Isla Vista, CA Weather
The average high in Isla Vista is 69.8° and the average low is 48.8°.
There are 27.0 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 18.1 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Isla Vista |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 69.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 48.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 27.0 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 18.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Isla Vista Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Isla Vista
The current population in Isla Vista is 13,920. The population has decreased 41.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13,920 | 1.5% |
| 2023 | 13,717 | -6.8% |
| 2022 | 14,722 | -6.4% |
| 2021 | 15,732 | -0.0% |
| 2020 | 15,733 | -43.2% |
| 2019 | 27,707 | 0.1% |
| 2018 | 27,690 | 0.7% |
| 2017 | 27,484 | 1.1% |
| 2016 | 27,179 | 3.4% |
| 2015 | 26,275 | 6.0% |
| 2014 | 24,792 | 0.5% |
| 2013 | 24,657 | 0.6% |
| 2012 | 24,502 | 3.6% |
| 2011 | 23,640 | -0.6% |
| 2010 | 23,776 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Isla Vista
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Isla Vista is:
54.5% White with 7,584 White residents.
4.6% African American with 645 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 23 American Indian residents.
15.6% Asian with 2,173 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 33 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 21 Other residents.
4.4% Two Or More with 607 Two Or More residents.
20.4% Hispanic with 2,834 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Isla Vista | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 54.5% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 4.6% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 15.6% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.4% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 20.4% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Isla Vista
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Isla Vista is 53.5% female with 7,452 female residents.
Isla Vista is 46.5% male with 6,467 male residents.
| Gender | Isla Vista | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Isla Vista for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed 9-12th grade.
21.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed some college.
5.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed associate's degree.
21.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed bachelor's degree.
16.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed professional degree.
5.0% of adults in Isla Vista completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Isla Vista | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 5.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 21.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 16.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 5.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Isla Vista, California
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26.2% of households in Isla Vista earn Less than $10,000.
8.0% of households in Isla Vista earn $10,000 to $14,999.
14.7% of households in Isla Vista earn $15,000 to $24,999.
11.8% of households in Isla Vista earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.9% of households in Isla Vista earn $35,000 to $49,999.
14.0% of households in Isla Vista earn $50,000 to $74,999.
5.5% of households in Isla Vista earn $75,000 to $99,999.
5.7% of households in Isla Vista earn $100,000 to $149,999.
0.9% of households in Isla Vista earn $150,000 to $199,999.
1.3% of households in Isla Vista earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Isla Vista | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 26.2% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8.0% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14.7% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11.8% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.9% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.0% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5.5% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5.7% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 0.9% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 1.3% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
