San Mateo

Overview for San Mateo, CA

112,215 people live in San Mateo, where the median age is 40.3 and the average individual income is $68,500.49. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

112,215

Total Population

40.3 years

Median Age

High

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

$68,500.49

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for San Mateo, CA

San Mateo has 42,076 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in San Mateo do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 112,215 people call San Mateo home. The population density is 7,079.76 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

112,215

Total Population

High

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

40.3

Median Age

49.87 / 50.13%

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
42,076

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$68,500.49

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in San Mateo, CA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby San Mateo. 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.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Bay Meadows Kindercare
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
George Hall Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
College Park Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
North Shoreview Montessori
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
Beresford Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 5th
No rating available
Centennial Montessori School
PRIVATE
PreK - 5th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
Fiesta Gardens International Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
2/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
3/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
PUBLIC
K - 5th
2/5
San Mateo Park Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5
Compass High School
PRIVATE
8th - 12th
No rating available
Pacific Rim Int'l School
PRIVATE
PreK - 10th
No rating available
St Matthew Catholic School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5
Meadow Heights Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Junipero Serra High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
Tulane Montessori Children's House
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
St Matthew's Episcopal Day School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
2nd - 12th
No rating available

Around San Mateo, CA

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

82
Very Walkable
Walking Score
91
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score
43
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sweet E Bakeshoppe, Baker Billy, and World Cup Soccer Camps & Clinics.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.23 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.5 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.6 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.24 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.44 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.13 miles 20 reviews 5/5 stars
From its delightful downtown to its local parks, shops and diverse neighborhoods, San Mateo offers a large amount of variety when it comes to living in the Bay Area. While its amenities are generous, the city still retains a relatively small-town feel, nearly halfway between San Francisco and San Jose. From its starter homes to its downtown condos, its family-friendly neighborhoods close to schools to its more architecturally unique homes and exclusive neighborhoods, San Mateo presents a little of everything for those looking for a new home in the region. This richly diverse city is known for its great schools, a large range of housing styles and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities.
 
From its original estates to its pre-war homes, post-war homes, mid-century homes and even newer designs, San Mateo is known for having an impressive selection of home styles for buyers to consider. First-time buyers in San Mateo are often attracted to the modest homes and condos of Bowie Estates, the mid-century homes of San Mateo Village or the more affordable, two- and three-bedroom cottages of Shoreview. With a rich diversity in neighborhoods, buyers are also left to explore the vintage homes of Hayward Park or modern Eichler homes in The Highlands. Some of the largest and most desirable homes sit in neighborhoods like Aragon, where tree-line streets give way to large homes and family-friendly appeal. Prestigious Baywood offers some elegant Mediterranean-style homes, while ultra-exclusive San Mateo Park is known for its oversized lots and exceptional home designs. There are also some condos and apartments to choose from in San Mateo.
 
Vibrant Downtown San Mateo, in particular, is filled with hundreds of restaurants, shops and even entertainment options. It’s also the place to find popular Central Park with its tennis courts, peaceful Japanese Garden, miniature train and countless community events. Coyote Point, meanwhile, offers a place for windsurfing, sailing, a castle-like playground, science museum and zoo. For a more peaceful experience, head to the trails and open space of Laurelwood/Sugarloaf Park. Commuting from San Mateo is made easier with convenient access to three major freeways and the downtown Caltrain.
 

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