Lost something in Santa Maria? Report it and get help finding it back.
File one report with ReportLost and we'll connect you with the Santa Maria Police Department, City Hall, local transit, and the airport. Then we monitor the web for you — scanning social posts, online listings, and community channels automatically for months so you don't have to check every day.
🔍Recently reported lost items in Santa Maria – updated this July 18, 2026
- 📍 Navy blue backpack lost near Area 4, July 14.
- 📍 Wool hat lost near Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce and Museum, July 15.
- 📍 Lunch box lost near Miramonte Park (South), July 12.
How It Works
You File Your Report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter to police, city services, and local businesses.
We Route It to the Right Places
Your report goes straight to the Santa Maria Police Department, City Hall, Santa Maria Regional Transit, Santa Maria Public Airport, and other relevant local channels. No confusion about who to call or where to start.
Automated Monitoring Finds Matches
Our system scans social media, marketplace posts, community groups, and lost & found listings across the web continuously for 6 to 12 months. The moment a credible match appears, you get an alert. You don't have to refresh Facebook groups or call every office every week.
Where Items Turn Up in Santa Maria
Each location has its own system. We connect you to all of them.
Santa Maria Police Department
The police handle lost property reports and maintain a lost items database. We tell you exactly which department section covers your loss and generate the right information for your report.
Call (805) 928-3781 ext. 2277|Police Department|Online Reporting
City Hall Lost & Found
City Hall collects items found on municipal property and in common areas. We alert City Hall staff with your description so they can flag your item if it arrives.
Santa Maria Regional Transit
Lost items on buses or at transit stops get turned in to the SMRT office. We coordinate with their lost and found team to search their inventory.
Santa Maria Public Airport
Items left at the airport go to Airport Police or the main terminal office. We provide the airport with your details so they can search their lost and found.
Call Airport Police (805) 925-4086|Santa Maria Public Airport (805) 922-1726|Santa Maria Public Airport
Lost Pets
Missing a cat, dog, or other animal? The Santa Barbara County Animal Services Santa Maria Shelter and local rescue groups are your lifeline. Time matters with pets, so we prioritize these reports. File a priority lost pet report
Santa Maria Shelter (805) 934-6119|SB Humane Society (805) 964-4777 ext. 310|Santa Barbara County Lost & Found|File Missing Animal Report
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Getting Ahead Helps
The sooner you report a loss, the sooner we can begin watching for it. Once your report is filed, you don't need to do anything else—our system takes it from there.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Santa Maria can feel scattered. The police department handles reports one way, City Hall another, transit has its own system, and the airport manages its own lost items. Meanwhile, you're juggling phone calls and scrolling through social posts, hoping someone found your belongings and thought to post about it.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One submission triggers a coordinated response across all the places that matter in Santa Maria, and our automated monitoring takes over the hardest part: the continuous search. Once your report is filed, you can focus on other things while our system watches the web for any sign of your item.
Common Places to Lose Things in Santa Maria
We monitor all of these and more.
Downtown & Cook Street
Retail shops, restaurants, and municipal offices along the main commercial corridor are frequent stops where items are left behind.
Santa Maria Regional Transit Network
Bus stops and vehicles throughout the city; drivers and staff turn in found items regularly.
Santa Maria Public Airport
Waiting areas, terminals, and parking areas where travelers often misplace bags, wallets, and personal electronics.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Local parks, sports fields, and community spaces where items go missing during outdoor activities.
Shopping & Business Districts
Retail centers and service businesses where customers frequently leave belongings behind.
Community Networks That Help
People in Santa Maria actively share found items here.
Facebook group for lost and found animals in the Santa Maria area
Community-run Facebook group for missing and found pets
PawBoost database tracking lost animals in the region
Reddit community including Santa Maria residents sharing local lost item posts
Neighborhood app where Santa Maria residents post found items and lost alerts
Questions About Lost & Found in Santa Maria
How long does the Santa Maria Police Department hold lost property?
The police department keeps lost items on file and searchable. Contact the Communications Center at (805) 928-3781 ext. 2277 (Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) to check if your item has been turned in.
What should I do if I lost something at Santa Maria Public Airport?
Contact Airport Police at (805) 925-4086 or the main airport office at (805) 922-1726. They maintain a lost and found. ReportLost coordinates with both to search their records.
How do I report a lost item on Santa Maria Regional Transit?
Call the SMRT office at (805) 928-5624 (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). Items are held at 1303 Fairway Drive. We contact them directly on your behalf.
Where do I look for a lost pet in Santa Maria?
Start with the Santa Barbara County Animal Services Santa Maria Shelter at (805) 934-6119 (548 West Foster Road) or the SB Humane Society at (805) 964-4777 ext. 310. Check Facebook groups like 'Santa Maria Lost and Found Pets' and the County's interactive lost pet map. File a missing animal report at readysbc.org.
Can I file a lost property report online in Santa Maria?
Yes, the Santa Maria Police Department offers online reporting at their website. ReportLost can help you prepare the details or file on your behalf through our service.
Is ReportLost.org official or affiliated with the Santa Maria Police Department?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that coordinates with official local agencies on your behalf. We are not part of any government body but work to streamline communication between you and the departments that handle lost items. All the offices we connect you with are real municipal or local services.
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Ready to Find Your Lost Item?
Start your report now. Tell us what you lost, where, and when. Within minutes, we'll alert the right Santa Maria offices and begin monitoring the web for matches. You've got this.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost item reporting service and is not affiliated with the City of Santa Maria, Santa Maria Police Department, Santa Maria Public Airport, Santa Maria Regional Transit, Santa Barbara County Animal Services, Santa Barbara County, or any other official government or municipal entity mentioned on this page. All phone numbers, addresses, and links are current as of publication but may change. Always verify contact details on official websites before calling. ReportLost monitors public web channels and community platforms to help locate lost items, but we do not guarantee recovery.