Median Age
52 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
28%
Saratoga, CA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,449
Population
28,794
Renter Mix
15% Rent
A swanky suburban enclave offering prime access to all of Silicon Valley
Suburb
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Commuter
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Mountains
Saratoga is a southwest San Jose suburb, located adjacent to Cupertino where the cityscape begins to give way to the surrounding hills and forests. As a cozy residential community in the heart of Silicon Valley, Saratoga serves as a popular home base for tech sector commuters, and the superb schools and low crime rate boost the appeal for families as well. The majority of the city is filled by neighborhoods, with the rental market primarily offering upscale single-family homes.
The compact yet thriving Downtown area along Big Basin Way is packed with coffeehouses, bars, unique bistros, and specialty shops, with a network of tree-shaded sidewalks creating a highly popular walking district. Sanborn County Park and Castle Rock State Park are just outside the city, allowing you to hit the trails and explore the region’s rugged natural beauty anytime.
Explore the City
A couple of locals checking out the guitar shop in Saratoga.
Hakone Estate and Gardens is a great place to visit in Saratoga.
A local walking his dog in Wildwood Park in Saratoga.
Fresh flowers, vegetables, and more await you at West Valley College Farmers Market.
Saratoga offers upscale townhomes with a natural aesthetic and elegant design.
Westgate Mall offers many retail options in The Golden Triangle area in Saratoga.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$234,672
Average: $228,043
Education
17,736
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
13,635
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Saratoga has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
15%
Non-Renters
85%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
60%
Other Education
40%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Saratoga, CA is $1,449 for one bedroom, $2,877 for two bedrooms, and $4,720 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Saratoga has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,449/month
692 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Saratoga, CA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
427 Students
Marshall Lane Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
427 Students
Public
Grades K-5
424 Students
Public
Grades K-5
367 Students
Public
Grades K-8
358 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
709 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
709 Students
Public
Grades K-8
358 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,161 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,161 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,460 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,460 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hakone Gardens
- Villa Montalvo
- Jack Fischer Park
- Sanborn Science and Nature Center
- Fremont Older Open Space Preserve
Transit / Subway
Airports
- Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
- San Francisco 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.