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The U.S. Census Bureau estimates Santa Maria's population at 111,346 as of July 2024 — the #292 largest city in the country, up about 1.5% since the 2020 count of 109,707. The city is part of Santa Barbara County, California. Recordwell checks available information and open public web pages to build a complete picture of anyone here.
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Santa Maria, CA at a glance
| Population (July 2024 est.) | 111,346 |
| 2020 census | 109,707 |
| Change 2020–2024 | +1.5% |
| Land area | 22.8 sq mi |
| Population density | 4,812 / sq mi |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| U.S. population rank | #292 |
record: U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 population estimates, 2020 decennial census (land area & density).
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The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 111,346 residents as of July 2024, up from 109,707 at the 2020 census.
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