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San Jose

San Jose is a city proud of the cultural and ethnic diversity of its population and workforce.

Welcome to San Jose

Founded November 29, 1777 (as Pueblo de San Jose), San Jose is California’s first civilian settlement and the site of the first state capitol. As the hub of Silicon Valley, San Jose has become a popular destination for tourists and business travelers as it offers a wide variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. San Jose is a city proud of the cultural and ethnic diversity of its population and workforce. The city sponsors numerous cultural festivals, and numerous ethnic chambers of commerce are active in the community. As the third largest city in California, the population is approximately 894,000.

There are endless things to do and places to visit in various pockets of San Jose. The Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Museum of Innovation, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose, Santana Row, and HP Pavilion are just some of the sites to see. The variety of food and dining experiences is also abundant. For an all-around nice place to hang out, definitely check out San Pedro Square Market (SPSM) in downtown San Jose. This public market has over 25 unique vendors selling a variety of food, coffees, beers and cocktails.
 
The Peralta Adobe is the oldest building in San Jose and offers outdoor seating for a relaxing evening. If you're looking for a show, you can catch a performance at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts or a comedy show at the San Jose Improv. Before heading to a fan-favorite Sharks hockey game, definitely be sure to grab dinner at Henry's World Famous Hi-Life for some of the best ribs in the area.

Overview for San Jose, CA

1,013,340 people live in San Jose, where the median age is 37.5 and the average individual income is $53,574. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,013,340

Total Population

37.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$53,574

Average individual Income

Around San Jose, CA

There's plenty to do around San Jose, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

62
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
56
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tulip Lolly Catering, Copacabana Fresh Fruit, and Misfit Taco.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Tulip Lolly Catering Logo
Dining · $$ 2.23 miles 35 reviews 5/5 stars
Copacabana Fresh Fruit Logo
Dining · $ 3.82 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Misfit Taco Logo
Dining 1.82 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Cathryn Lam Beauty Logo
Beauty 0.42 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
The Painted Parlor Logo
Beauty 3.71 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Pixie Cut Barber Shop Logo
Beauty 4.52 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for San Jose, CA

Population Households Employment

San Jose has 324,376 households, with an average household size of 3.08. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in San Jose do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,013,340 people call San Jose home. The population density is 5,683 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,013,340

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.5

Median Age

50.88 / 49.12%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
324,376

Total Households

3.08

Average Household Size

$53,574

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in San Jose, CA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby San Jose. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Name
Category
Grades
School rating

Property Listings

Active Under Contract
MLS® ML81897205

$36,900,000

0 Chester AVE, SARATOGA, CA 95070
For Sale
MLS® ML81947129

$29,800,000

20600 Aldercroft HTS, LOS GATOS, CA 95033
3,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® ML81947431

$29,800,000

20600 Aldercroft HTS, LOS GATOS, CA 95033
37 Beds 22 Baths 24,062 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® ML81962495

$20,000,000

70 N 27th ST, SAN JOSE, CA 95116
Active Under Contract
MLS® ML81936703

$16,000,000

0 Twin Oaks DR, LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Active Under Contract
MLS® ML81937235

$16,000,000

170 Twin Oaks DR, LOS GATOS, CA 95032
6 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,600 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® ML81972439

$14,888,000

15400 Madrone Hill RD, SARATOGA, CA 95070
For Sale
MLS® ML81982288

$13,888,888

105 Forrest AVE, LOS GATOS, CA 95032
26,241 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® ML81966020

$12,980,000

239 Forrester RD, Los Gatos, CA 95032
7 Beds 6.5 Baths 8,570 Sq.Ft.
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