San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA Metro Area

San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA · Metro Area

1,969,337Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying), part of the San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $162,111
Median home value: $1,447,800
Land area: 2,680 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Santa Clara County, CA	Central	1,902,047	$164,281	$1,490,600
San Benito County, CA	Outlying	67,290	$114,394	$793,400

Largest cities and towns

28 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
San Jose, CA	City	990,138	$146,427
Sunnyvale, CA	City	154,236	$186,170
Santa Clara, CA	City	130,256	$178,958
Mountain View, CA	City	83,732	$189,917
Milpitas, CA	City	78,578	$178,798
Palo Alto, CA	City	67,237	$231,101
Gilroy, CA	City	59,004	$133,107
Cupertino, CA	City	58,566	$234,707
Morgan Hill, CA	City	45,425	$163,920
Hollister, CA	City	43,811	$111,834
Campbell, CA	City	42,781	$145,268
Los Gatos, CA	Town	32,786	$217,554
Los Altos, CA	City	30,698	$250,000+
Saratoga, CA	City	30,319	$250,000+
Stanford, CA	CDP	18,662	$75,208
Alum Rock, CA	CDP	10,440	$126,705
Los Altos Hills, CA	Town	8,377	$250,000+
East Foothills, CA	CDP	7,139	$199,375
San Martin, CA	CDP	6,954	$158,250
Burbank, CA	CDP	5,333	$134,518
Cambrian Park, CA	CDP	3,494	$192,731
Monte Sereno, CA	City	3,461	$250,000+
Loyola, CA	CDP	3,430	$250,000+
Ridgemark, CA	CDP	3,403	$129,744
Lexington Hills, CA	CDP	2,692	$248,750

Also in the San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA combined area

San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA · metro · 4,645,029 Stockton-Lodi, CA · metro · 797,334 Modesto, CA · metro · 553,990 Vallejo, CA · metro · 451,918 Merced, CA · metro · 290,201 Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA · metro · 264,926 Napa, CA · metro · 134,869

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Unemployment

4.9%

College Educated

55.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$162,111

Mean Household Income

$224,487

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

50.9%

Female

49.1%

Population Split

Male50.9%

Female49.1%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican21.2%

German5.5%

English5.0%

Irish4.5%

Italian3.4%

French1.2%

Polish1.0%

Scottish0.9%

African0.7%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

40.8%Foreign Born

59.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized52.1%

Non-Citizen47.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later35.3%

Before 201064.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

720,159

Median Rent

$2,840/mo

Median Home Value

$1,447,800

Median Year Built

1976

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

494,280

College Enrollment

24.4%

High School

20.7%

College Educated

55.5%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

26.6 min

Drive Alone Rate

60.3%

Public Transit

2.3%

Work From Home

23.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.7%

18-34 Years

24.7%

35-64 Years

39.8%

65+ Years

14.8%

Population Composition

Under 1820.7%

18-3424.7%

35-6439.8%

65+14.8%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

54.6%

Single Parent

4.3%

Living Alone

21.9%

Avg Size

2.84

Household Types

Married Couples54.6%

Single Parent4.3%

Living Alone21.9%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$79,109

SNAP Usage

6.7%

Health Insurance

96.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k7.7%

$25k - $50k7.6%

$50k - $100k16.4%

$100k+68.2%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

16.0%

Retail Trade

8.1%

Education & Health Care

19.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

9.0%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

95.6%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

98.0%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

110.4

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

51.4

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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