Dog Friendliness Ranking — Santa Monica
Updated June 22, 2026
See how neighborhoods in Santa Monica compare on dog friendliness. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary. How dog friendliness is measured →
Top Dog Friendliness Neighborhoods — Ranked
Extensive access to the sandy beach and several linear green parks with walking paths makes this area significantly more dog friendly than the Santa Monica average. Residents benefit from wide, connected pathways that are largely separated from heavy traffic.
Extensive access to the sandy beach and several linear green parks with walking paths makes this area significantly more dog friendly than the Santa Monica average. Residents benefit from wide, connected pathways that are largely separated from heavy traffic.
Wide green verges and continuous sidewalk parkways provide ample space for walking pets. According to iHuus data, these connected green spaces and proximity to large park-like areas make the area more dog friendly than the Santa Monica average.
Full Santa Monica Dog Friendliness Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica Pier Area/Ocean Avenue | 7.7 | #1 | +1.5 ↑ |
| Santa Monica Pier Area/Ocean Avenue | 7.7 | #2 | +1.5 ↑ |
| North of Montana | 7.1 | #3 | +0.9 ↑ |
| Ocean Park | 6.8 | #4 | +0.6 ↑ |
| Northeast | 5.9 | #5 | -0.3 ↓ |
| Sunset Park | 5.9 | #6 | -0.3 ↓ |
| Wilshire/Montana | 5.7 | #7 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Wilshire/Montana | 5.7 | #8 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Pico District | 5.5 | #9 | -0.7 ↓ |
| Downtown/Third Street Promenade | 5.2 | #10 | -1.0 ↓ |
| Downtown/Third Street Promenade | 5.2 | #11 | -1.0 ↓ |
| Mid-City | 5 | #12 | -1.2 ↓ |
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