Santa Barbara County Increased Licensed Child Care Capacity Amid Statewide Decline

Percent Change in Licensed Child Care Capacity in California and Santa Barbara County, 2021-2024

This column chart shows the percent increase in child care licensed capacity from 2021 to 2024 for Santa Barbara County and the state of California. Overall, Santa Barbara County has increased capacity at a higher rate (15%) than the state (-2%).

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Note: The statewide data reflect the percent change from 2021 to 2024 across all California counties.

Source: Source: Budget Center analysis of data from the California Department of Social ServicesDownload image