San Jose, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
990,054 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$141,565 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,187,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,027 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,455 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Clara County
4
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara Metro Area
4
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Clara County
5
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara Metro Area
5
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 48
Feb 5 0 50
Mar 3 0 52
Apr 1 0 54
May 1 0 59
Jun 0 0 64
Jul 0 0 68
Aug 0 0 68
Sep 0 0 66
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 2 0 53
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (69%) (27%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 19%
Hillary Clinton 76%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, CA State Senate District 15, CA Assembly District 25, CA
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Schools

Ramblewood Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Dove Hill Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Scholars Academy
<1 miles, E
Sylvandale Middle
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Evergreen Valley College
3 miles, E • 1.9 star
Carrington College-San Jose
4 miles, S • 1.4 star
CET-San Jose
4 miles, NW • 1 star
San Jose State University
5 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
7 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

San Francisco International Airport
38 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Monterey Regional Airport
49 miles, SW • 1 star
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