Ventura, California
Ventura: The most populous city in Ventura County, California. It is located on the Ventura River in southern California. Ventura is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Ventura County Museum of History and Art and the Ventura Harbor.
About
Ventura is a city located in the county of Ventura in the U.S. state of California.
Ventura is located on the California coast in Ventura County. The area was inhabited by the Chumash people for thousands of years before being colonized by Spain in the 1700s. Ventura was later part of Mexico until California became a state. Ventura incorporated in 1866 and grew as an important agricultural and oil boomtown.
Geography
Ventura spans over 32 square miles between the Pacific Ocean and protected hillsides and canyons. The climate is Mediterranean featuring warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Ventura's coastal setting makes it popular for surfing, boating, and fishing.
Population
As of 2021 Ventura had a population of 110,000 residents. It's the most populous city in Ventura County. The population is predominantly white and Latino. Ventura has a large senior population with 15% over age 65.
Economy
Major employers in Ventura include County and City government, hospitals, oil companies, Naval Base Ventura County, and Patagonia. Agriculture and tourism centered around the downtown and harbor also play a key role. Popular events include the Ventura County Fair and Ventura Music Festival.
Real Estate
The median home price in Ventura is $669,000, which is high but lower than many other coastal cities in Southern California. The cost of living is over 30% higher than the national average. Older Victorian homes make up part of Ventura's housing stock.
Quick Facts about Ventura
| Population : | 96,769 |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | California (United States) |
| County : | Ventura County |
| Postal code : | 93006, 93007, 93005, 93003, 93001, 93004, 93009, 93002 |
| Official name : | City of San Buenaventura |
| Water as percent of area : | 32.53% |
| Land as percent of area : | 67.47% |
| Named for : | Bonaventure |
| Altitude : | 118 feet / 36 meters |
| Capital city : | Ventura is capital of Ventura County |
| Establishment : | March 03, 1782 (243 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Pacific Time Zone, UTC−07:00, UTC−08:00 |
| Local time : | 12:37:51 (28th April 2025) |
Geography
Ventura is located at 34°16'42"N 119°17'35"W (34.2783400, -119.2931700).
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- Official Website
Official website of Ventura
Best Things to Do in Ventura
1 Lake Casitas Recreation Area
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2 City of Ventura
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Where to Stay in Ventura
1 Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, an IHG Hotel
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2 Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Beach
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3 Motel 6 Ventura, CA - South
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4 La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Ventura
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5 Ventura Beach Marriott
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Other Places in Ventura
1 San Buenaventura City Hall
501 Poli St, Ventura, CA 93001, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 City of Ventura City Hall
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3 Ventura County Clerk-Recorder Marriage Licenses
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4 Ventura City Building and Safety
501 Poli St UNIT 117, Ventura, CA 93001, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 City of Ventura Public Works
336 Sanjon Rd, Ventura, CA 93001, United States ➦ Show Map
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6 Ventura Human Resources
501 Poli St, Ventura, CA 93001, United States ➦ Show Map
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7 Ventura Business License
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8 City of Ventura Public Works Maintenance Yard
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9 Mike Gibson for City Council
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10 Ventura County Treasurer
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People born in Ventura (97)
People born in Ventura, including diver Troy Dumais, american actress Krista Allen, movie actress Skin Diamond, .
List
- Clarence Knickman (American racing cyclist) he was born in 23/06/1965
- Joanne Brackeen (American musician and jazz educator) she was born in 26/07/1938
- Jerry Finn (American record producer) he was born in 31/03/1969
- Louis Amundson (American basketball player) he was born in 07/12/1982
- Chuck Smith (pastor) he was born in 25/06/1927
- Dave England (American Stuntman and former snowboarder) he was born in 30/12/1969
- Edward Winter (American actor) he was born in 03/06/1937
- John McCook (American actor) he was born in 20/06/1944
- Michael Enfield (American soccer player) he was born in 19/07/1983
- Ryan Slattery (American actor) he was born in 11/09/1982
- Gordon Kimball he was born in 24/07/1952
- Robert J. Lagomarsino (American politician) he was born in 04/09/1926
- William Ross (composer) he was born in 12/07/1948
- Rod Sanford he was born in 12/10/1946
- Ross Harris (American actor, artist and musician) he was born in 13/03/1969
- Eirik Tage Johansen (professional golfer) he was born in 23/05/1982
- Arin Ilejay (American drummer) he was born in 17/02/1988
- Bobby Ayala (American baseball player) he was born in 08/07/1969
Schools in Ventura
College & universities near Ventura, CA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117955 | Lu Ross Academy | Ventura (CA) | 93001-2729 |
Stations (30)
Amtrak & bus stations near Ventura, CA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEC | Ventura | Harbor Blvd and Figueroa Street | RAIL |
| OXN | Oxnard Transportation Center | 201 East Fourth Street | RAIL |
| SAP | Santa Paula, California | 245 South Palm Avenue | BUS |
| CPN | Carpinteria station | 475 Linden at Fifth Street | RAIL |
| CML | Camarillo station | 30 Lewis Road | RAIL |
Post offices near Ventura
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Ventura Post Office | Ventura (CA) | 93001 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Ventura , Iowa human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America with a population of 706 people.
Other cities in Ventura County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ventura County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Oxnard | 207,945 | The second most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Thousand Oaks | 126,310 | The fifth most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Simi Valley | 125,168 | The third most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Camarillo | 69,521 | The most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Moorpark | 36,202 | City in California in the United States |
| Santa Paula | 30,242 | City in California |
| Port Hueneme | 21,745 | City in Ventura County, California, United States |
| Fillmore | 15,604 | City in and county seat of Millard County, Utah, United States |
| Ojai | 7,587 | City in California, United States |
| El Rio | 7,198 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Mira Monte | 6,854 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Oak View | 4,066 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Meiners Oaks | 3,571 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Casa Conejo | 3,249 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Channel Islands Beach | 3,103 | Census designated place |
| Piru | 2,063 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
Ventura distances to largest California cities
