Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
16%
Redwood City, CA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$3,065
Population
79,974
Renter Mix
55% Rent
Technology and nature meet in this Bay Area city
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Commuter
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High-Tech
Redwood City, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, combines coastal living with a thriving tech economy. The downtown centers around the historic glass-domed courthouse and Courthouse Square, where residents enjoy entertainment at the Fox Theatre and community events throughout the year. The city offers diverse housing options, from established neighborhoods like Mount Carmel and Farm Hills to waterfront living in Redwood Shores. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,890 per month and two-bedroom units at $3,748 monthly.
Outdoor recreation abounds at Bair Island Ecological Preserve and Edgewood County Park, home to seasonal wildflower displays. The mild Mediterranean climate makes outdoor activities possible year-round. Major employers include Oracle, Electronic Arts, and Box, while Stanford Hospital provides healthcare services and Cañada College offers higher education opportunities. Downtown features an array of restaurants, a weekly farmers' market, and summer concerts in Courthouse Square. The Port of Redwood City, established in 1867, remains the only deepwater port south of San Francisco.
Explore the City
Performing arts fans can see live shows at Club Fox.
McKinley Institute of Technology is located in Redwood City.
Stroll through Stafford Park's garden tunnel, a hidden gem in Redwood City.
Go for a walk through the redwoods in Huddart Park.
Residents enjoy a leisurely stroll through downtown Redwood City.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$139,001
Average: $167,905
Education
34,540
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
45,613
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Redwood City has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
55%
Non-Renters
45%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
39%
Other Education
61%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Redwood City, CA is $2,434 for a studio, $3,070 for one bedroom, $4,069 for two bedrooms, and $5,255 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Redwood City has increased by 4.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,070/month
671 Sq Ft
House
$25,627/month
3,378 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,280/month
1,319 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Redwood City, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
527 Students
Public
Grades K-8
636 Students
Public
Grades K-8
636 Students
Public
Grades K-8
534 Students
Redwood Shores Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
404 Students
Public
Grades K-8
527 Students
Public
Grades K-8
636 Students
Public
Grades K-8
636 Students
Public
Grades K-8
534 Students
Public
Grades K-8
534 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
567 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,854 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,854 Students
Summit Preparatory Charter High School
Public
Grades 9-12
293 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
224 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Red Morton Park
- Stulsaft Park
- Holbrook-Palmer Park
- Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
- Bayfront Park
Airports
- San Francisco International
- Metro Oakland International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.