San Jose, CA
SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.9.20)
AGE IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 67,253 | 6.5% |
| 25 to 29 years | 79,851 | 7.8% |
| 30 to 34 years | 81,845 | 7.9% |
| 35 to 39 years | 82,979 | 8.1% |
| 40 to 44 years | 70,921 | 6.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 72,908 | 7.1% |
| 50 to 54 years | 68,768 | 6.7% |
| 55 to 59 years | 63,806 | 6.2% |
| 60 to 64 years | 57,528 | 5.6% |
| 65 to 69 years | 44,139 | 4.3% |
| 70 to 74 years | 32,998 | 3.2% |
| 75 to 79 years | 23,726 | 2.3% |
| 80 to 84 years | 16,231 | 1.6% |
| 85+ years | 16,959 | 1.6% |
The median age in San Jose is 37.0 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 411,976 | 40.0% |
| Black or African American | 30,835 | 3.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 5,762 | 0.6% |
| Asian | 369,178 | 35.8% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 5,545 | 0.5% |
| Other | 149,274 | 14.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 62,158 | 8.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 41,424 | 5.8% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 117,419 | 16.5% |
| Some college, no degree | 117,489 | 16.5% |
| Associate’s degree | 52,781 | 7.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 183,254 | 25.8% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 136,515 | 19.2% |
| High school graduate or higher | 607,458 | 85.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 319,769 | 45.0% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 391,271 | 55.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 3.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 12.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.7% |
| $200,000 or more | 20.4% |
Median household income: $104,234
Mean household income: $133,334
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $25,921 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $32,826 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $44,055 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $77,437 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $109,390 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 836,697 | NA |
| Never married | 303,857 | 36.3% |
| Now married (except separated) | 414,880 | 49.6% |
| Separated | 12,876 | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 35,178 | 4.2% |
| Divorced | 69,906 | 8.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 92,585 | 9.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 184,182 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 137,653 |
| Single-family detached units | 177,219 |
| Homeownership rate | 57.2% |
| Vacancy rate | 3.7% |
| Renters rate | 42.8% |
| Average housing value | $844,856 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $2,329 |
| Average rent | $1,898 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Average income | $133,334 |
| Average household size | 3.14 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 68.1% |
| Percent disabled | 8.5% |
| Percent with health coverage | 94.3% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 30.2 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 4.4% |
| Percent veterans | 3.4% |
| Percent foreign born | 39.5% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 9.2% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $119,715.61 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $1,037.25 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $602.39 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $167.86 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $107.55 |
| Apparel & services | $3,520.68 |
| Men’s apparel | $675.50 |
| Women’s apparel | $1,221.09 |
| Children’s apparel | $492.48 |
| Boys’ apparel | $172.25 |
| Girls’ apparel | $191.88 |
| Footwear | $798.11 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $5,997.24 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $612.80 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,815.04 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $2,836.66 |
| Education | $2,873.25 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $5,096.56 |
| Club membership fees | $421.17 |
| Dating services | $1.35 |
| Pet food | $372.87 |
| Pet services | $113.30 |
| Food consumed at home | $8,126.37 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $1,051.85 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $841.01 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $1,674.52 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,813.06 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $751.11 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $2,745.92 |
| Health care | $8,544.01 |
| Medical services | $1,619.78 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $198.62 |
| Household Services | $3,328.13 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $106.05 |
| Lawn and garden services | $702.68 |
| Housekeeping services | $329.77 |
| PC repair | $10.19 |
| Housing | $39,082.05 |
| Home improvements | $4,150.17 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $7,134.60 |
| Phone services | $2,682.32 |
| Water | $1,128.66 |
| Life and other insurance | $657.51 |
| Pensions and social security | $13,460.97 |
| Personal care products and services | $1,395.99 |
| Hair care products | $177.16 |
| Personal care products | $600.20 |
| Local transportation | $12,639.49 |
| Gasoline | $3,357.75 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,697.83 |
| Travel | $3,794.26 |
| Airline fares | $1,007.58 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $47.25 |
| Lodging on trips | $1,015.25 |
| Food and drink on trips | $906.01 |
| Entertainment on trips | $310.32 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN SANTA CLARA COUNTY (home to SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA)
| % with any debt in collections | 14% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,338 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 4% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $524 |
| % with student loan debt | 8% |
| Average student loan debt | $17,013 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $196 |
| % with auto debt | 24% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 16,811 | 3.0% |
| February 2019 | 15,406 | 2.8% |
| March 2019 | 15,808 | 2.8% |
| April 2019 | 13,122 | 2.4% |
| May 2019 | 12,786 | 2.3% |
| June 2019 | 15,578 | 2.8% |
| July 2019 | 16,445 | 2.9% |
| August 2019 | 15,664 | 2.8% |
| September 2019 | 13,425 | 2.4% |
| October 2019 | 13,997 | 2.5% |
| November 2019 | 13,678 | 2.4% |
| December 2019 | 12,878 | 2.3% |
| January 2020 | 15,379 | 2.8% |
| February 2020 | 15,123 | 2.7% |
| March 2020 | 19,618 | 3.6% |
| April 2020 | 75,417 | 13.8% |
| May 2020 | 71,603 | 13.1% |
| June 2020 | 68,973 | 12.4% |
| July 2020 | 60,631 | 10.9% |
| August 2020 | 46,005 | 8.4% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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