Los Altos

Welcome to Los Altos

Los Altos is a city located in the San Francisco Bay Area in the state of California, United States. It is located in Santa Clara County and is considered a suburb of the larger city of San Francisco. The city has a population of approximately 31,000 people and covers an area of 6.48 square miles. Los Altos is known for its high-income residents, excellent schools, and high property values.

The city has a strong sense of community and is home to many community events and activities throughout the year. There are many parks, trails, and open spaces in and around the city, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exercise. The city also has a vibrant downtown area, with a variety of shops, restaurants, and other businesses. Additionally, Los Altos is home to many high-tech companies and is considered a technology hub in the region.

Things To Do

Visit the Los Altos History Museum: This museum features exhibits on the history of Los Altos and the surrounding area.
Explore the Los Altos Art Walk: This annual event features a variety of art exhibits and performances in the downtown area.
Take a hike in the foothills: The foothills surrounding Los Altos offer many hiking trails with beautiful views of the Bay Area.
Visit the J. Gilbert Smith House: This historic home was built in 1894 and is now a museum, showcasing the lifestyle of the late 1800s and early 1900s
Visit the Los Altos Farmers' Market: This market features a variety of fresh produce, baked goods, and artisanal crafts, and is open on Saturdays.
Visit the Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve: This preserve offers miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as a variety of wildlife and beautiful scenery.
Visit the Los Altos Community Garden: This community garden features a variety of plants and flowers, as well as a playground and picnic areas.
Visit the Los Altos History Walk: This walk features a variety of historical markers and plaques throughout the city, highlighting its history and landmarks.
Visit the Los Altos Art and Wine Festival: This annual event features a variety of art exhibits, wine tastings, and live music.
Visit the Los Altos History Museum: This museum features exhibits on the history of Los Altos and the surrounding area.

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Los Altos Resources

City of Los Altos

Los Altos Town Crier

Los Altos Chamber of Commerce

Los Altos School District

Los Altos Visitors Bureau

Los Altos History Museum

Overview for Los Altos, CA

31,562 people live in Los Altos, where the median age is 45.8 and the average individual income is $124,369. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,562

Total Population

45.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$124,369

Average individual Income

Around Los Altos, CA

There's plenty to do around Los Altos, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

49

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

85

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

24

Minimal Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mountain View Us And Foreign Coins, Nijikko Dance School, and Aikido Kokikai Silicon Valley.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Mountain View Us And Foreign Coins page on Yelp Search 200 E Dana St on Google Maps	Shopping	2.07 miles	39 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nijikko Dance School page on Yelp Search 10268 Bandley Dr on Google Maps	Active	4.46 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Aikido Kokikai Silicon Valley page on Yelp Search 548 S Murphy Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.54 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Marna Schwartz page on Yelp	Active	3.77 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the DFitLife page on Yelp Search 298 San Antonio Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.74 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Altos Mobile Massage page on Yelp	Active	1.04 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Free Yourself Training page on Yelp Search 2741 Middlefield Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.83 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fit4Life Athletics page on Yelp Search 1398 W El Camino Real on Google Maps	Active	1.47 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hanh Beauty page on Yelp Search 403 E Arques Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.19 miles	39 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Facials By Pearl page on Yelp Search 180 2nd St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.35 miles	25 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Vivian Nails Bar page on Yelp Search 20540 Stevens Creek Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.73 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Los Altos, CA

Population Households Employment

Los Altos has 10,805 households, with an average household size of 2.9. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Los Altos do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 31,562 people call Los Altos home. The population density is 4,826.14 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,562

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

45.8

Median Age

50.33 / 49.67%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

10,805

Total Households

2.9

Average Household Size

$124,369

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Los Altos, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Los Altos. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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