Santa Maria vs Sacramento
| Santa Maria | Sacramento | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 109,543 | 523,600 |
| Median Household Income | $84,746 | $87,321 |
| Median Home Value | $531,700 | $506,300 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,925/mo | $1,779/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 50.2% | 51.7% |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.2% | 6.5% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 15.7% | 37.1% |
| Median Age | 29.3 | 36.0 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.