Santa Clara ZIP Code List — Santa Clara County, CA

There are 7 unique ZIP codes in Santa Clara, California. Area code: 408.

ZIP codes

18.62

sq mi land

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sq mi water

408

area code

Santa Clara, CA ZIP code map

About Santa Clara, CA

Santa Clara, California, is a vibrant city located in the heart of Silicon Valley. With a rich history and a diverse community, it serves as a hub for technology and innovation. Known for its picturesque parks and family-friendly atmosphere, Santa Clara has become an attractive destination for residents and visitors alike.

Location & geography

Santa Clara is situated in Santa Clara County, in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area. It is bordered by several neighboring cities, including San Jose, which is just 5 miles to the southeast, Cupertino 6 miles to the west, Sunnyvale 3 miles to the north, and Milpitas 4 miles to the northeast. The city covers a land area of 18.62 square miles and has no significant water area, offering a mostly flat terrain that is conducive to urban development.

Community & economy

The character of Santa Clara is defined by its multicultural population and strong sense of community. It is home to several major industries, including technology, education, and telecommunications, contributing to a vibrant local economy. Daily life in Santa Clara offers a mix of suburban comforts and urban amenities, with numerous shopping centers, restaurants, and recreational facilities available for residents.

Transportation

Santa Clara is served by several major highways, including U.S. Route 101 and State Route 82, facilitating easy access to the greater Bay Area. The nearest airport is San Jose International Airport, located approximately 4 miles to the southeast. Local transit services, including the VTA Light Rail and bus system, provide convenient options for commuting and travel within the city.

History

Santa Clara was first established in 1777 as Mission Santa Clara de Asís, one of the original California missions. Over the years, the area has transformed from an agricultural center into a significant tech hub, coinciding with the rise of Silicon Valley in the late 20th century. Notable events in Santa Clara's history include the growth of companies like Intel and the establishment of Levi's Stadium, home to the San Francisco 49ers.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Santa Clara is that it is home to the Santa Clara University, the oldest institution of higher education in California. Additionally, the city is known for its rich agricultural history, which is reflected in its early development before the tech boom.

ZIP codes for Santa Clara, CA (7)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
95050	Santa Clara	Santa Clara	View map
95051	Santa Clara	Santa Clara	View map
95052	Santa Clara	Santa Clara	View map
95053	Santa Clara	Santa Clara	View map
95054	Santa Clara	Santa Clara	View map
95055	Santa Clara	Santa Clara	View map
95056	Santa Clara	Santa Clara	View map

Demographics & statistics

124,848

Population

35.0

Median age

$162,142

Median household income

$79,910

Per capita income

$1,420,800

Median home value

$2,865

Median monthly rent

40.6%

Home ownership

8.4%

Poverty rate

4.5%

Unemployment

23,232

Housing units

63.8%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

4,033

Under 5

3,649

3,445

5–9

3,117

2,793

10–14

2,527

3,003

15–19

2,718

4,431

20–24

4,010

15,011

25–34

13,585

10,422

35–44

9,432

7,657

45–54

6,929

3,842

55–59

3,476

3,281

60–64

2,969

4,090

65–74

3,701

2,401

75–84

2,172

1,131

85+

1,023

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Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	22,982	18.6%
18 and over	101,866	81.4%
65 and over	14,518	11.3%
Median age	35.0 years

Race & ethnicity

Asian 43.2%

White 30.7%

Hispanic or Latino 9.8%

Two or more races 6.9%

Other race 6.3%

Black or African American 2%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.7%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%

Group	Count	%
Asian	59,804	43.2%
White	42,462	30.7%
Hispanic or Latino	13,635	9.8%
Two or more races	9,623	6.9%
Other race	8,767	6.3%
Black or African American	2,764	2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	1,036	0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native	392	0.3%

Household income

Under $10k 3.9%

$10k–$15k 1.0%

$15k–$25k 3.2%

$25k–$35k 3.9%

$35k–$50k 3.8%

$50k–$75k 7.2%

$75k–$100k 8.5%

$100k–$150k 14.7%

$150k–$200k 13.6%

$200k+ 40.3%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	3.9%
$10k–$15k	1.0%
$15k–$25k	3.2%
$25k–$35k	3.9%
$35k–$50k	3.8%
$50k–$75k	7.2%
$75k–$100k	8.5%
$100k–$150k	14.7%
$150k–$200k	13.6%
$200k+	40.3%
Median income	$162,142

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 0.7%

$50k–$100k 0.1%

$100k–$150k 1.1%

$150k–$200k 0.1%

$200k–$300k 0.5%

$300k–$500k 1.1%

$500k–$1M 14.1%

$1M+ 82.2%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$1,420,800
Median rent / month	$2,865
Owner occupied	40.6%
Renter occupied	59.4%
Vacant	6.7%
Single-family detached	35.9%
Large apartment buildings	29.9%
Mobile homes	0.2%
Median rooms	4.1
Avg household size (owned)	2.87

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.7%
2010–2019	9.7%
2000–2009	16.3%
1990–1999	6.7%
1980–1989	10.2%
1970–1979	14.8%
1960–1969	16.2%
1950–1959	18.3%
1940–1949	3.7%
1939 or earlier	3.5%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	6.6%
1 bedroom	21.0%
2 bedrooms	30.8%
3 bedrooms	27.4%
4 bedrooms	11.9%
5+ bedrooms	2.3%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	6.5%
1 vehicle	36.3%
2 vehicles	41.1%
3 or more	16.1%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	56.3%
Electricity	40.4%
Propane / LP gas	1.6%
Solar	0.1%
No fuel used	1.6%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	24,849	52.0%
Cohabiting couple	2,747	6.2%
Male householder, no spouse	10,023	21.2%
Female householder, no spouse	9,762	20.7%
Households with children under 18	14,056	30.0%
Households with seniors (65+)	9,918	20.3%
Average household size	2.61

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	39.5%	31.4%
Married	53.2%	53.5%
Separated	1.1%	1.9%
Widowed	1.0%	5.4%
Divorced	5.2%	7.8%

Education

Less than 9th grade 3.0%

Some HS, no diploma 2.9%

HS graduate 11.7%

Some college, no degree 11.9%

Associate's degree 6.7%

Bachelor's degree 30.3%

Graduate / professional 33.5%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	94.1%
Bachelor's or higher	63.8%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	2,489	8.8%
Kindergarten	1,765	6.1%
Elementary school	8,917	31.2%
High school	4,479	15.4%
College / grad school	11,082	38.5%

Employment

Industry of employment

Professional & management 25.4%

Education & healthcare 17.4%

Manufacturing 17.0%

Information 8.7%

Retail trade 7.4%

Arts, food & hospitality 6.6%

Construction 3.6%

Finance & real estate 3.6%

Transportation & utilities 3.1%

Public administration 2.7%

Other services 2.6%

Wholesale trade 1.6%

Agriculture & mining 0.3%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	65.4%
Service	10.7%
Sales & office	14.1%
Natural resources & construction	3.9%
Production & transportation	6.0%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	88.1%
Government	8.9%
Self-employed	3.0%
Unpaid family workers	0.0%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	62.5%
Carpool	7.3%
Public transit	2.3%
Walk	2.0%
Other means	3.8%
Avg commute (minutes)	23.7

Poverty

All people 8.4%

Under 18 years 7.8%

18 and over 8.5%

Married-couple families 3.5%

Female-led households 10.6%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	17.5%
Retirement income	13.9%
Supplemental Security	3.1%
Cash public assistance	2.3%
Food stamps / SNAP	3.5%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	20.3%
High cholesterol	23.9%
Heart disease	3.4%
Stroke	1.7%
Asthma	7.7%
Arthritis	13.6%
Kidney disease	1.8%
Pulmonary disease	3.2%
Cancer	4.3%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	18.0%
No physical activity	16.3%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	27.8%
Fair or poor health	8.9%
Poor mental health	11.7%
Poor physical health	6.4%
No health insurance	8.5%
Visited doctor (checkup)	62.4%
Visited dentist	67.4%
Cholesterol screening	90.2%
Teeth loss	6.6%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	2,668	2.6%

Disability	%
Any disability	7.5%
Under 18	2.7%
18–64 years	5.3%
65 and over	29.5%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	84.0%
Public insurance	20.0%
Uninsured under 19	2.5%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	117,166	93.8%
Spanish	19,675	16.8%
Other Indo-European	2,929	2.7%
Asian & Pacific Islander	4,116	3.5%
Other languages	12,247	10.3%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	67,334	53.3%
Born in same state	65,553	51.9%
Born in different state	48,431	38.4%
Foreign born	1,781	1.4%
Naturalized citizen	57,514	46.7%
Not a US citizen	22,893	40.9%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	5,298	4.2%
Italian	5,094	4.1%
Arab	2,571	2.1%
Polish	850	0.7%
English	763	0.6%

Ancestry	Count	%
Dutch	295	0.2%
Irish	271	0.2%
Norwegian	219	0.2%
German	209	0.2%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	37.7%
Internet access	98.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Santa Clara, CA have?

Santa Clara, CA has 4 ZIP codes: 95050, 95051, 95053, 95054. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Santa Clara, CA?

The primary ZIP code for Santa Clara, CA is 95050. The city uses area code 408 for phone service.

What county is Santa Clara, CA in?

Santa Clara is located in Santa Clara County, California.

How many ZIP codes are in Santa Clara, CA?

Santa Clara, CA has 4 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code is Santa Clara University located in?

Santa Clara University's main campus is located in ZIP code 95053, in the central part of the city near the historic Mission Santa Clara de Asís.

Which ZIP codes serve the downtown Santa Clara area and civic center?

Downtown Santa Clara and the Civic Center district are primarily served by ZIP codes 95050 and 95051, where you'll find City Hall, the Convention Center, and the central business district.