Santa Clara, CA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 114,288
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income Low

Geography

The city is at the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay.

Cultural Attractions

The Intel Museum, Mission College, Triton Museum of Art, and de Saisset Museum are a few of Santa Clara’s points of interest.

Recreation

Recreational opportunities include the Santa Clara Golf & Tennis Club and George F. Haines International Swim Center.

Historical

Santa Clara University is the state’s oldest institution of higher learning.

Economy

Santa Clara is home to Intel’s worldwide corporate headquarters, the city’s largest employer.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
114,288
Population under 55:
77.7%
Population over 55:
22.3%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
San Jose

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
95°F July High, 37°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$63,590
Median home price:
$495,000
Average property tax:
$4,937

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
10.4%
High
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
25
Middle schools:
12
High schools:
7

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
1
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
12
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
28

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
25/2
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
58/5

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
218

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