California · Metropolitan Area
Los Gatos is a mid-size city in California with a population of 32,773. Residents earn $207,891 per year, which is 177% above the national average.
Based on current data, Los Gatos receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Los Gatos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Los Gatos is $207,891, which is significantly higher than the national average — 177% above $75,149. This places Los Gatos among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Los Gatos is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,969 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Los Gatos is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,012 per 100,000, near the national average.
Los Gatos is a highly educated community — 74.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Los Gatos enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 70.4% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 29.6% |
| 121% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $207,891 |
| 177% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $125,734 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $3,789 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $213,141 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 83,418 |
| County GDP | $438,483M |
| Restaurants | 5,045 |
| Healthcare | 6,193 |
| Retail | 4,290 |
| Manufacturing | 2,026 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $16,066 |
| 359% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.80% |
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 29.8% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $2,554,572 |
| Median List Price | $2,199,888 |
| Median List Price | $2,199,888 |
| $/Sq Ft | $1,161 |
| Homes Sold | 35 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.0% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 44 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,969 |
| 155% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,749 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $16,066 |
| 359% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.80% |
| Obesity | 22.4% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 3.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 23.8% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 3.0% |
| Stroke | 1.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.0% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.4% |
| Physical Distress | 8.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,125/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,193 |
| Total Violent | 75.1/100K |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Murder | 3.3/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Rape | 19.6/100K |
| Robbery | 9.8/100K |
| Assault | 42.5/100K |
| Total Property | 2,012.2/100K |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 591.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,270.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 150.3/100K |
| Arson | 3.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 108 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.2 inches |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Area | 11.6 sq mi (29.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,837/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2299°N, 121.9568°W |
| County FIPS | 06085 |
Winner: Democrat by 40 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 74.9% |
| 122% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,837/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 22 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 25 |
| Public Libraries | 49 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,193 |
| Restaurants | 5,045 |
| Retail Stores | 4,290 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 108 |
| Avg Commute | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 29.8% |