Ideological Lean Ranking — Santa Monica
Updated June 22, 2026
See how neighborhoods in Santa Monica compare on ideological lean. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary. How ideological lean is measured →
Top Ideological Lean Neighborhoods — Ranked
Voting patterns and census indicators show a strong liberal leaning that is consistent with the broader Santa Monica area, according to iHuus data.
Voting patterns and census indicators show a deeply liberal political landscape that aligns with the broader Santa Monica average.
Voting patterns and census indicators show a strong liberal leaning that is consistent with the rest of Santa Monica. According to iHuus data, the political landscape here aligns closely with the city average.
Full Santa Monica Ideological Lean Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Park | 9.9 | #1 | — |
| Sunset Park | 9.9 | #2 | — |
| Pico District | 9.9 | #3 | — |
| Mid-City | 9.9 | #4 | — |
| Santa Monica Pier Area/Ocean Avenue | 9.9 | #5 | — |
| Santa Monica Pier Area/Ocean Avenue | 9.9 | #6 | — |
| Downtown/Third Street Promenade | 9.9 | #7 | — |
| Downtown/Third Street Promenade | 9.9 | #8 | — |
| Northeast | 9.8 | #9 | -0.1 ↓ |
| Wilshire/Montana | 9.8 | #10 | -0.1 ↓ |
| Wilshire/Montana | 9.8 | #11 | -0.1 ↓ |
| North of Montana | 9.8 | #12 | -0.1 ↓ |
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