Climate
The city's Bay Area geography leads to its moderate temperatures throughout the year.
Geography
Easily accessible to the whole of the San Francisco Bay Area, Mountain View sits in the heart of the Silicon Valley.
Cultural Attractions
The city's Chamber of Commerce hosts an annual Arts and Wine festival.
Recreation
Shoreline Park fills a variety of recreational niches with its boating amenities, golf course, wildlife areas, and paved trails.
Economy
A technological powerhouse, Mountain View is home to Google, Microsoft, and Intuit.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 74,221
- Population under 55:
- 78.1%
- Population over 55:
- 21.9%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- San Jose
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 104°F July High, 38°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $65,928
- Median home price:
- $673,000
- Average property tax:
- N/A
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 10.4%
- High
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 15
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 30
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 30/2
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 59/5
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 140
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