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Santa Clara County

#1 in Best Counties to Live in California
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • County in California
  • 95 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A
    2. Crime & Safety
      C+
    3. Housing
      C-
    4. Nightlife
      A
    5. Good for Families
      A+
    6. Diversity
      A+
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      A+
    9. Cost of Living
      D-
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A+
    12. Commute
      B
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    Santa Clara County is located in California with a population of 1,911,226. Santa Clara County is one of the best places to live in California. In Santa Clara County, most residents own their homes. In Santa Clara County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Santa Clara County and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Santa Clara County are highly rated.
    Population
    1,911,226

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $829,600
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,955
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    —
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      43%
    • Own
      57%
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    Santa Clara County Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C+
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      153.8
      282.7
    • Murder
      2.4
      6.1
    • Rape
      40
      40.7
    • Robbery
      97.7
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      354.2
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,427.8
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      537.2
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      9%
    • 25-34 years
      16%
    • 35-44 years
      15%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      11%
    • 65+ years
      13%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      23%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      27%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      23%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      15%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      12%
      13%

    Working in Santa Clara County

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $106,761
    National
    $55,322
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      Santa Clara County Reviews

      95 reviews
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      Santa Clara County is filled with a lot of really intelligent people. That being said, because so many smart people work here, the house affordability is very much not affordable. However, the schools and other educational institutions are some of the best! They definitely prepare students for college and beyond.
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      I love the diversity along with the enormous array of food choices to eat. Living on the east coast was a complete 360 degree. People were mostly white or black, no diversity where I was living.
      In addition, restaurant choices were not abundant. I love California! When I came out here due to my father retiring from the army I was shocked at how different life was opposed to Virginia living. Furthermore the weather is fantastic. In Virginia summer meant humidity, very sticky and gross is what I remember. California weather is perfect, I love the sun beaming on my skin.
      Santa Clara County is all about amazing opportunities! We are in the heart of the Silicon Valley which has established many great companies such as Google, Yahoo, Facebook, and so much more! The community is friendly, outgoing, and safe! We are an approachable community and always willing to help others when needed.