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San Jose

Welcome to San Jose

San Jose is the largest city in Northern California and the urban anchor of Silicon Valley, stretching from the southern edge of the Bay to the foothills of the Diablo and Santa Cruz mountain ranges. With a population just under one million residents and a metro-area population just under two million, it’s a city of remarkable scale and diversity, yet one that’s often more nuanced and neighborhood-driven than outsiders expect.
 
Founded in 1777 as California’s first civilian settlement, San Jose has deep historical roots that predate statehood. It served as California’s first state capital and spent much of the 19th and early 20th centuries as an agricultural center known as the “Valley of Heart’s Delight,” defined by orchards and canneries. The postwar rise of technology transformed the city dramatically, reshaping both its economy and physical footprint.
 
Today, San Jose is inseparable from the global tech industry, hosting major employers and innovation hubs, but it’s far from a single-note city. Downtown San Jose has seen renewed investment, with cultural institutions like the San Jose Museum of Art, theaters, sports venues, and an expanding restaurant scene adding energy and density. At the same time, many of the city’s strongest identities live in its neighborhoods—places like Willow Glen, Japantown, and Almaden Valley, each with its own rhythm and character.
 
Parks, trails, and open space are woven throughout the city, offering access to foothill hikes, reservoirs, and baylands. Housing ranges from historic bungalows to high-rise condos and suburban tracts. San Jose appeals to residents who want opportunity, diversity, and scale—paired with the ability to find community on a very local, human level.
 
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Overview for San Jose, CA

1,014,813 people live in San Jose, where the median age is 38.7 and the average individual income is $63,249.247. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,014,813

Total Population

38.7 years

Median Age

High

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

$63,249.247

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for San Jose, CA

San Jose has 333,751 households, with an average household size of 83.59. 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. 1,014,813 people call San Jose home. The population density is 7,364.443 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,014,813

Total Population

High

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

38.673997475396945

Median Age

50.95 / 49.05%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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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
333,751

Total Households

83.59

Average Household Size

$63,249.247

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in San Jose, CA

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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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