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Los Altos
#9 in Best Suburbs to Live in San Francisco Bay Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of San Jose, CA
  • 52 reviews
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    Los Altos Residents

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    30,527
    Unemployment Rate
    2.3%
    Poverty Rate
    3.2%
    Non-Citizens
    9.1%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 5 responses
    Report
    • Technically minded
      80%
    • Progressive
      20%

    Los Altos Demographics

    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      49%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      33%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      12%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      4%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      1%
      13%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      61%
    • Asian
      28%
    • Two or more races
      5%
    • Hispanic
      4%
    • Other race
      0%
    • African American
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      53%
    • Male
      47%
    Age
    • <10 years
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      13%
    • 18-24 years
      4%
    • 25-34 years
      6%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      16%
    • 55-64 years
      15%
    • 65+ years
      20%

    Income

    Median Household Income
    $208,309
    National
    $55,322
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      6%
    • $25-$44k
      4%
    • $45-$74k
      7%
    • $75-$149k
      21%
    • $150k+
      61%
    Median Individual Income
    $81,266
    National
    $27,419
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      18%
    • $15-$34k
      13%
    • $35-$64k
      13%
    • $65k+
      56%

    Community

    Poll
    50%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community.8 responses
    Poll
    50%
    of people say LGBT residents are somewhat accepted.6 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 5 responses
    Report
    • It's socially dead for young people.
      60%
    • Get involved in the community
      20%
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