1925 Santa Barbara earthquake
| UTC time | 1925-06-29 14:42:16 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 910569 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | June 29, 1925 |
| Local time | 06:44 |
| Magnitude | 6.5 Mw; 6.8 Mw |
| Depth | Unknown |
| Epicenter | 34°18′N 119°48′W / 34.3°N 119.8°W |
| Type | probably left-lateral reverse |
| Areas affected | Central Coast (California) United States |
| Total damage | $8 million |
| Max. intensity | MMI IX (Violent) |
| Casualties | 13 deaths |
The 1925 Santa Barbara earthquake hit the area of Santa Barbara, California on June 29, with a moment magnitude between 6.5 and 6.8 and a maximum Mercalli Intensity of IX (Violent). It resulted in 13 deaths and destroyed the historic center of the city, with damage estimated at $8 million (about $111 million in 2017).