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Santa Barbara County

County, California

Fair Market Rent

Efficiency
$2,459
1 Bedroom
$2,746
2 Bedroom
$3,124
3 Bedroom
$4,075
4 Bedroom
$4,647

Metro/FMR area: Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA MSA

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents, 2026. Monthly rent, per unit.

Drought Conditions

No drought conditions reported

Week of Tue Aug 18 2026. Source: U.S. Drought Monitor (NDMC/USDA/NOAA).

Disaster Declarations

  • SEVERE WINTER STORMS, TORNADOES, FLOODING, LANDSLIDES, AND MUDSLIDESSat Apr 13 2024

Source: FEMA OpenFEMA.

Active Weather Alerts

  • Marine Weather Statement
    Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas California out to 10 nm

Nearby Cities

Santa Barbara — 21 miOxnard — 54 miThousand Oaks — 73 miSimi Valley — 74 miBakersfield — 81 miSanta Clarita — 85 miSanta Maria — 88 miSanta Monica — 95 miBurbank — 101 miInglewood — 104 mi

Nearest Airports

BUR — Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (98 mi)LAX — Los Angeles International Airport (101 mi)LGB — Long Beach International Airport (119 mi)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Santa Barbara County?

HUD's Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit in Santa Barbara County is $3,124/month for 2026.

What is the Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in Santa Barbara County?

HUD's Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom unit in Santa Barbara County is $2,746/month for 2026.

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