Santa Clara, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Santa Clara County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Santa Clara based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
129,239
2023 ACS
Median Income
$173,670
2023
Median Home Value
$1,527,900
2023
Median Rent
$2,985
2023
Median Age
34.5
Unemployment
4.4%
Cost of Living Index
267.0
100 = national avg
Santa Clara is a city in Santa Clara County, California, with a population of 129,239 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Santa Clara is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Santa Clara is $173,670, and the median home value is $1,527,900. The cost of living index is 267.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,985 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, and the median age is 34.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
129,239
Male
67,370
52.1%
Female
61,869
47.9%
Median Age
34.5
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
47.0%
High School or Higher
54.7%
Foreign Born
45.4%
Veterans
1.9%
Married
44.2%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.631
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Asian
47.6%
Foreign Born
45.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
16.1%
20,756 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
83.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
122,029
English Only
43.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Indo-European
15,448 speakers
Limited English
16.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
83.5%
Limited English Proficiency
16.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,512
1.9% of population
Disability Rate
14.4%
361 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$69,872
Unemployment Rate
8.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,321
92.4%
Female Veterans
191
7.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$69,872
Non-Veteran Income
$82,656
Difference
-$12,784
-15.5% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
361
Without Disability
2,151
Disability Rate
14.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
42,787
#1 Ancestry
German
5.2% (6,762)
#2 Ancestry
English
4.3% (5,581)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
4.0% (5,227)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
48,601
Family Households
30,793
63.4%
Married Couples
24,710
50.8%
Non-Family Households
17,808
36.6%
Single Mother Households
3,490
7.2%
Single Father Households
2,593
5.3%
Living Alone
11,924
24.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
21,379
In Married Couple
18,319
85.7%
With Single Mother
1,944
9.1%
With Single Father
1,116
5.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$198,616
Married Couple Income
$221,653
Single Mother Income
$96,060
Single Father Income
$115,625
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,935
Grandparents Responsible
260
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$173,670
+137% vs national
Per Capita Income
$84,533
+127% vs national
Poverty Rate
7.8%
-42% vs national
Gini Index
0.4478
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.4%
-16% vs national
SNAP Recipients
3.8%
of households
How Santa Clara Compares
Santa Clara vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Santa Clara is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Santa Clara, CA has a median household income of $173,670, making it the 766th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Santa Clara has a higher median household income than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Santa Clara, CA has a per capita income of $84,533, making it the 902nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Santa Clara has a higher per capita income than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Santa Clara, CA has a poverty rate of 7.8%, making it the 19,625th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Santa Clara has a higher poverty rate than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Santa Clara, CA has a unemployment rate of 4.4%, making it the 13,360th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Santa Clara has a higher unemployment rate than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Santa Clara. The median household income here is $173,670.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.4%
-42% vs CA avg
Labor Force
77,974
Employed
74,313
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
47.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
54.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.5
Work from Home
23.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Top Median Wage
—
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
267.0
100 = national avg
+167.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$117,461
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$277,635
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,982
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,483
per month
The median household income in Santa Clara, CA is $173,670, which is 137.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $84,533. The poverty rate of 7.8% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4478, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 77,974. 47.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 23.7% working from home. About 61.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 267.0, which is 167.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $117,461 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$1,721,800
Median List Price
$1,599,800
Price Per Sq Ft
$1,205
Days on Market
23
Active Inventory
64
Months of Supply
2.1
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$1,704,009
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$3,598
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
64.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
53.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
105.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
31
New Listings
69
Pending Sales
47
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$1,205
Median List $/SF
$907
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Santa Clara, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area, home prices have risen 822.0% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 81.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 58.8%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 33.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 2.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA housing market rather than Santa Clara alone.
Metro area: San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Santa Clara is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Santa Clara, CA has a median home value of $1,527,900, making it the 240th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Santa Clara has a higher median home value than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Santa Clara, CA has a median rent of $2,985, making it the 332nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Santa Clara has a higher median rent than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Santa Clara, CA has a price per square foot of $1,205, making it the 118th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Santa Clara has a higher price per square foot than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Santa Clara, CA has a rent burden of 20.6%, making it the 7,930th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Santa Clara has a higher rent burden than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$1,527,900
Median Rent
$2,985
Total Housing Units
51,886
Vacancy Rate
6.3%
Owner Occupied
41.2%
Renter Occupied
58.8%
Median Property Tax
$8,939
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$3,323
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$8,939
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
of home value
Median Home Value
$1,527,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$10,378
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($8,939) by the median home value ($1,527,900). In Santa Clara, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.58%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Santa Clara, CA is $1,721,800 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 23 days on the market. 64.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.1 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $1,205. Zillow's observed rent index is $3,598/month. About 41.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1973. There are 51,886 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $8,939. The effective tax rate is 0.58%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.82
per 1,000 residents
-30% vs national
Property Crime Rate
25.02
per 1,000 residents
+45% vs national
Total Crimes
3,540
2024
Violent Clearance
58%
cases solved
Property Clearance
10%
cases solved
YoY Change
-13.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Santa Clara Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Santa Clara vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Santa Clara is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Santa Clara police solve 150% of murder cases but only 4% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 2 | 0.02 | 150.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 26 | 0.20 | 19.2% |
| Robbery | Violent | 76 | 0.58 | 43.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 136 | 1.03 | 72.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 445 | 3.37 | 8.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,336 | 17.71 | 11.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 519 | 3.93 | 3.9% |
Santa Clara, CA reported 240 violent crimes and 3,300 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.82 per 1,000 residents is 30.0% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 58% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,336 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 8.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 240 | 3,300 | 1.82 | 25.02 |
| 2023 | 265 | 3,701 | 2.10 | 29.27 |
| 2022 | 397 | 4,590 | 3.13 | 36.18 |
| 2021 | 136 | 1,428 | 1.03 | 10.77 |
| 2020 | 206 | 3,301 | 1.56 | 25.01 |
| 2019 | 214 | 4,748 | 1.63 | 36.20 |
| 2018 | 208 | 3,741 | 1.62 | 29.07 |
| 2017 | 214 | 3,618 | 1.68 | 28.37 |
| 2016 | 159 | 2,814 | 1.24 | 21.95 |
| 2015 | 156 | 3,579 | 1.26 | 28.97 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.7
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
17.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
72.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
25
Public Assistance
$497.7M
Individual Assistance
$6.2M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 31 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,630
Total Claims Paid
$24,608,736
Avg Claim Payout
$15,097
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
31
Federal Funding
$18,993,856
Properties Protected
869
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
8.34
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 19 | $10,991,472 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $336,724 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 1 | $0 |
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic; 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 1 | $2,720,383 |
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $164,532 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Santa Clara has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, landslide, drought. The area has had 25 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (6 declarations). 1,630 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $497,717,689 in public assistance recovery funding. $6,190,668 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 31 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
20.4%
15.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
18.1%
5.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.2%
3.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.5%
5.1pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
30.7%
Arthritis
13.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
5.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.1%
Loneliness
38.8%
Lack of Support
28.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
20.9%
Mobility
7.6%
Cognitive
10.1%
Hearing
4.0%
Vision
3.2%
Self-Care
2.0%
Independent Living
4.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Santa Clara has an obesity rate of 20.4%, which is 15.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 18.1%, 5.4pp below the national average. About 5.5% of adults lack health insurance. 69.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.4 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital-Santa Clara | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Permanente Psychiatric Health Facility-Sant | 1.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Santa Clara Valley Medical Center | 3.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Regional Medical Center Of San Jose | 6.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| El Camino Hospital | 6.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
131,092
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SANTA CLARA | 130,746 | 0 |
| CHEMEKETA PARK MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 346 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
434.2K MT
Top Emitter
Donald Von Raesfeld
379.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Donald Von Raesfeld City Of Santa Clara California | Power Plants | 379,656 |
ALL PURPOSE LANDFILL City Of Santa Clara California | Waste | 39,544 |
Santa Clara Cogen City Of Santa Clara California | Power Plants | 15,017 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 434.2K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-24% vs national
Drive Alone
61.0%
-22% vs national
Public Transit
2.5%
+177% vs national
Work From Home
23.7%
+155% vs national
Carpool
7.4%
Walk / Bike
3.6%
combined
How Santa Clara's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
9
2023
6-Year Avg
7
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
3
Nighttime
5
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Santa Clara, CA is 18 minutes, which is 24.4% below the national average of 23 minutes. 61.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 23.7% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 2.5% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.4% of workers carpool. 2.7% walk to work. 0.9% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 9 traffic fatalities from 8 fatal crashes. 3 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
95.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
87.8%
of households
No Internet
2.8%
of households
Total Households
48,601
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.2%
of households
Smartphone
95.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
92.5%
of households
Tablet
76.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+87% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+89% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+119% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Santa Clara vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Population Served
131,092
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SANTA CLARA | Community | Purchased surface water | 130,746 | 0 |
| CHEMEKETA PARK MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Surface water | 346 | 0 |
95.8% of households in Santa Clara have broadband internet access. 87.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.8% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 131,092 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Santa Clara is located in Santa Clara County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Santa Clara.
Election Overview
Source: Santa Clara County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
510,744
68.1%
GOP Votes
210,924
28.1%
Total Votes
750,433
Margin
D+40.0%
Shift from 2020
R+7.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 510,744 | 210,924 | 750,433 | 68.1% | 28.1% | D+40.0 |
| 2020 | 617,967 | 214,612 | 850,522 | 72.7% | 25.2% | D+47.4 |
| 2016 | 483,472 | 137,452 | 659,148 | 73.4% | 20.8% | D+52.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Santa Clara County recorded 750,433 total votes. Democrats won the county with 68.1% of the vote compared to 28.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+40.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+7.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Santa Clara County has shifted 12.6 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
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Source: santaclaraca.gov
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
616
Total Assets
$3.7B
Total Income
$1.3B
Per 10K Residents
47.7
nonprofits
-17.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
45
Median Assets
$174K
Oldest Active
1937
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $3.5B of $3.7B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Santa Clara
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSanta Clara, CA has 616 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $3.7B. The most common category is Education, with 91 organizations. 45 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 47.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1937.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,371
Total Approved
$696.5M
Jobs Supported
14,355
Per 10K Residents
106.1
SBA loans
+33.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
135
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
268 loans
Top Industry
Manufacturing
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,092
Total Amount
$419.0M
Avg Loan
$383,708
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$309.6M(74%)
Jobs Supported
9,916
Loans
279
Total Amount
$277.5M
Avg Loan
$994,452
Median Loan
$714,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
153
11% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$135.9M
20% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$888,317
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chef's Choice Produce | 6 | $18.4M |
| Calmax Technology, Inc. #6 | 4 | $6.9M |
| Fruit 330, Llc | 1 | $5.5M |
| Santa Clara Suites Partners, Lp | 1 | $5.5M |
| Lnt Machining Inc | 5 | $5.1M |
| Ryzlink Corp. | 2 | $5.1M |
| Cheng-i and Marie Lin Family Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Fcl Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Peopleone Inc. | 2 | $5.0M |
| Aharoni & Steele Inc. | 2 | $5.0M |
Santa Clara, CA has received 1,371 SBA loans totaling $696.5M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,092 loans (80% of the total), supporting 9,916 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 279 loans totaling $277.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Manufacturing. The most active SBA lender in Santa Clara is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 268 loans. That works out to 106.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
41
Total Population
1,503,187
Avg Median Income
-$16,102,443
Avg Home Value
-$14,892,740
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94022 | 19,993 | $250,001 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 17.7 |
| 94024 | 23,673 | $250,001 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 8.3 |
| 94040 | 35,581 | $184,494 | $2,000,001 | $3,017 | 3.7 |
| 94041 | 15,841 | $168,980 | $2,000,001 | $2,927 | 1.6 |
| 94043 | 32,042 | $180,781 | $1,647,500 | $2,965 | 8.5 |
| 94085 | 23,159 | $183,563 | $1,534,500 | $3,187 | 3.5 |
| 94086 | 48,956 | $180,217 | $1,784,200 | $2,923 | 4.4 |
| 94087 | 58,126 | $200,778 | $2,000,001 | $3,222 | 6.6 |
| 94089 | 23,214 | $153,725 | $392,000 | $3,351 | 6.1 |
| 94306 | 27,527 | $186,479 | $2,000,001 | $2,927 | 4.1 |
| 94538 | 67,704 | $144,451 | $1,104,800 | $2,860 | 16.5 |
| 95002 | 1,639 | $89,861 | $1,023,400 | $2,366 | 9.6 |
| 95008 | 48,415 | $142,841 | $1,578,800 | $2,694 | 6.5 |
| 95014 | 61,109 | $229,074 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 24.9 |
| 95030 | 12,969 | $250,001 | $2,000,001 | $2,858 | 10.5 |
| 95035 | 78,479 | $176,723 | $1,180,700 | $3,110 | 22.4 |
| 95050 | 39,827 | $130,051 | $1,420,500 | $2,522 | 5.5 |
| 95051 | 61,345 | $185,632 | $1,623,600 | $3,054 | 6.6 |
| 95053 | 3,153 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 95054 | 25,196 | $204,052 | $1,475,400 | $3,413 | 6.4 |
| 95070 | 31,383 | $240,980 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 28.3 |
| 95110 | 19,444 | $132,800 | $947,900 | $2,629 | 4.5 |
| 95111 | 58,885 | $97,162 | $826,200 | $1,954 | 5.8 |
| 95112 | 56,766 | $89,649 | $956,300 | $2,095 | 7.3 |
| 95113 | 2,443 | $140,938 | $953,100 | $2,914 | 0.3 |
| 95116 | 48,816 | $83,428 | $842,700 | $2,049 | 3.6 |
| 95117 | 27,798 | $115,778 | $1,425,200 | $2,367 | 2.3 |
| 95118 | 31,831 | $148,438 | $1,377,000 | $2,488 | 4.1 |
| 95121 | 35,722 | $133,700 | $1,024,700 | $2,912 | 4.5 |
| 95122 | 52,206 | $103,406 | $838,900 | $2,424 | 4.8 |
| 95124 | 51,991 | $188,433 | $1,596,700 | $2,936 | 6.6 |
| 95125 | 53,934 | $148,422 | $1,646,000 | $2,394 | 7.3 |
| 95126 | 38,239 | $127,297 | $1,195,700 | $2,544 | 3.3 |
| 95127 | 61,091 | $120,548 | $995,100 | $2,549 | 19.0 |
| 95128 | 33,585 | $122,647 | $1,214,500 | $2,505 | 3.9 |
| 95129 | 40,896 | $182,662 | $2,000,001 | $2,746 | 4.6 |
| 95130 | 13,491 | $155,787 | $1,774,900 | $2,273 | 1.4 |
| 95131 | 30,745 | $170,128 | $1,134,200 | $3,182 | 5.8 |
| 95133 | 28,561 | $132,069 | $1,074,300 | $2,275 | 3.3 |
| 95134 | 30,255 | $196,847 | $371,200 | $3,272 | 10.8 |
| 95136 | 47,157 | $143,696 | $1,104,300 | $2,750 | 5.2 |
Santa Clara, CA has 41 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,503,187. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$16,102,443. The average median home value is -$14,892,740. The average median monthly rent is -$16,257,415.
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