Sunnyvale, CA Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Overview for Sunnyvale, CA

153,455 people live in Sunnyvale, where the median age is 35.1 and the average individual income is $95,752. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

153,455

Total Population

35.1 years

Median Age

High

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

$95,752

Average individual Income

Welcome to Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale is a bustling hub of hi-tech employers in the heart of Silicon Valley. Major local employers include Google, Apple, and LinkedIn campuses alongside aerospace and defense companies such as Lockheed Martin. Several major highways run through Sunnyvale and most tech employers are located north of Highway 237 near the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Neighborhoods south of Highway 237 feature mid-century and contemporary single-family homes with luxury apartment and condominium buildings located close to downtown stores and restaurants.

Sunnyvale has many great dining choices. Specialty’s Café & Bakery opens Monday through Friday, offering freshly-prepared breakfast and lunch dishes and delicious baked goods. Madras Café serves authentic vegetarian cuisine from South India. Merit Vegan Cuisine is a Pan-Asian eatery with meat-free dishes inspired by Chinese, Indian, Thai, and Vietnamese cooking. Historic Murphy Avenue runs through the heart of Downtown Sunnyvale and is lined with lots of cafés, restaurants, and Irish pubs. Head to the Murphy Avenue outpost of Bay Area mini-chain Dishdash for flavorful Middle Eastern cuisine served in a colorful space decorated with artwork. Other popular spots along Murphy Avenue include Fibbar Magees for after-work drinks, Bean Scene Café for freshly-brewed coffee and teas, Taverna Bistro for Mediterranean eats and cigars, and Lucky Shot Billiards for beer and pool tables.

Lively Murphy Avenue hosts a farmers’ market every Saturday morning and a Summer Series Music & Market with diverse live performances. Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival has been a summertime highlight since the 1970s. This popular annual event features two days of live music, food, drinks, and over 350 talented artists. Outdoor recreation space in Sunnyvale includes the 18-hole Sunnyvale Municipal Golf Course and the leafy Ortega Park with basketball and tennis courts, a cricket pitch, rose gardens, and a children’s playground with a splash pad.

Public schools in Sunnyvale are operated by the Cupertino Union, Fremont Union High, Santa Clara Unified, and Sunnyvale school districts.

Around Sunnyvale, CA

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

75

Very Walkable

Walking Score

82

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

46

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Silicon Valley Fencing Center, Santa Clara Meditation, and Sky Family Taekwondo.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Silicon Valley Fencing Center page on Yelp Search 1265 W El Camino Real Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.92 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Santa Clara Meditation page on Yelp Search 3216 Humbolt Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.5 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sky Family Taekwondo page on Yelp Search 248 Main St on Google Maps	Active	4.96 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Euroskill Aquatics page on Yelp Search 1283 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.23 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hanh Beauty page on Yelp Search 403 E Arques Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.3 miles	43 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sam Hair Stylist page on Yelp Search 200 W McKinley Avenue on Google Maps	Beauty	0.85 miles	23 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elaine Wong Hair Design page on Yelp Search 141 Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.86 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Sunnyvale, CA

Population Households Employment

Sunnyvale has 58,791 households, with an average household size of 2.59. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sunnyvale do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 153,455 people call Sunnyvale home. The population density is 6,956.19 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

153,455

Total Population

High

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

35.1

Median Age

52.13 / 47.87%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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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

58,791

Total Households

2.59

Average Household Size

$95,752

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Sunnyvale, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Sunnyvale. 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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