Ranking — Santa Barbara
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Which Santa Barbara neighborhoods have the highest liveliness and vibe score? All 34 neighborhoods ranked. City average: 5/10. How is measured →
Top Neighborhoods — Ranked
Diverse dining options and local landmarks create a much more active atmosphere than the typical Santa Barbara neighborhood. Residents can access a wide variety of cafes and restaurants, including Arigato Sushi and Azul Cocina Artesanal, within a high-energy environment.
Diverse dining, coffee shops, and cultural landmarks provide a level of activity that is notably higher than the Santa Barbara average. According to iHuus data, the area offers a rich variety of local destinations ranging from specialty roasters to established eateries.
Diverse local destinations and social hubs create a much more energetic atmosphere than the typical Santa Barbara district. While some coastal blocks remain calm, the area features a high concentration of eateries, coffee shops, and cultural landmarks according to iHuus data.
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Full Santa Barbara Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown | 7.2 | #1 | +2.2 ↑ |
| West Downtown | 7.2 | #2 | +2.2 ↑ |
| Lower Westside | 7.2 | #3 | +2.2 ↑ |
| Oak Park | 6.8 | #4 | +1.8 ↑ |
| Lower State | 6.8 | #5 | +1.8 ↑ |
| Samarkand | 6.8 | #6 | +1.8 ↑ |
| Hitchcock | 6.7 | #7 | +1.7 ↑ |
| North State | 6.7 | #8 | +1.7 ↑ |
| San Roque | 6.6 | #9 | +1.6 ↑ |
| Westside | 6.5 | #10 | +1.5 ↑ |
| Funk Zone | 6.4 | #11 | +1.4 ↑ |
| West Beach | 6.4 | #12 | +1.4 ↑ |
| Upper East | 6.3 | #13 | +1.3 ↑ |
| Alta Mesa | 6.2 | #14 | +1.2 ↑ |
| East San Roque | 6.2 | #15 | +1.2 ↑ |
| Laguna | 6 | #16 | +1.0 ↑ |
| Coast Village | 6 | #17 | +1.0 ↑ |
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | 5.6 | #18 | +0.6 ↑ |
| Bel Air | 5.6 | #19 | +0.6 ↑ |
| Hope | 5.4 | #20 | +0.4 ↑ |
| West Mesa | 5.3 | #21 | +0.3 ↑ |
| Lower Riviera | 5.1 | #22 | +0.1 ↑ |
| East Mesa | 5.1 | #23 | +0.1 ↑ |
| Lower East | 4.8 | #24 | -0.2 ↓ |
| Milpas | 4.6 | #25 | -0.4 ↓ |
| Hidden Valley | 4.4 | #26 | -0.6 ↓ |
| East Beach | 4.3 | #27 | -0.7 ↓ |
| Eastside | 4.3 | #28 | -0.7 ↓ |
| Foothill | 4 | #29 | -1.0 ↓ |
| Eucalyptus Hill | 3.7 | #30 | -1.3 ↓ |
| Elings Park | 3.5 | #31 | -1.5 ↓ |
| Riviera | 2.9 | #32 | -2.1 ↓ |
| Campanil | 2.6 | #33 | -2.4 ↓ |
| Cielito | 1.4 | #34 | -3.6 ↓ |
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