San Carlos

Welcome to San Carlos

Situated between Belmont and Redwood City, San Carlos is a residential city located on the San Francisco Peninsula in the heart of Silicon Valley. It is an ideal location for commuters as well as families with school-aged children looking to take advantage of top-rated public schools. Its many amenities and convenient location ensure it lives up to its literal translation as the “City of Good Living.”

Situated between Belmont and Redwood City, San Carlos is located on the San Francisco Peninsula in the heart of Silicon Valley. Located halfway between San Jose and San Francisco (about a 45 minute drive), it is an attractive place for commuters to set their roots. The city is primarily residential and approximately five and a half square miles in size with a population of just over 28,000. San Carlos contains a wide range of homes, from quaint two bedrooms all the way up to larger hillside estates boasting incredible views of the surrounding Bay. It’s range of real estate and convenient Penninsula location help San Carlos live up to its literal translation as “The City of Good Living.”

Like much of the San Francisco Peninsula, San Carlos enjoys temperate weather year-round. Winters are mild with temperatures averaging in the mid-50s, with summer temperatures hovering pleasantly in the mid-70s. San Carlos boasts a bustling historic downtown area centered around Laurel Avenue with has many retail shops, entertainment options, and trendy bars and restaurants to choose from.

The city of San Carlos has a long and rich history. Originally home to the Lamchin Indian tribe, the area was settled by Spanish explorers in the late 1700s. The California gold rush in the late 19th century brought a new wave of settlers. Disenchanted Sierra Nevada prospectors parceled and settled much of the Peninsula land including Belmont, Redwood City, and San Carlos.

San Carlos is home to a small craft airport as well as the Hiller Aviation Museum located on Skyway Road. The high-ranking San Carlos public education system is a huge draw for families with school-aged children. Education options include a choice of four elementary schools (Arundel, Brittan Acres, Heather, and White
Oaks), three middle schools (Central, Tierra Linda, and Charter), as well as St. Charles K-8 private school. San Carlos does not have its own high school, with the majority of students attending nearby Carlmont High School in Belmont or Sequoia in Redwood City.

Overview for San Carlos, CA

31,477 people live in San Carlos, where the median age is 40.9 and the average individual income is $104,942. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,477

Total Population

40.9 years

Median Age

High

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

$104,942

Average individual Income

Around San Carlos, CA

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

10

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

27

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Maureen McVerry's Musical Theatre Camp, L.I.T. Fitness, and ParrFit.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Maureen McVerry's Musical Theatre Camp page on Yelp Search 225 Clifford Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.04 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the L.I.T. Fitness page on Yelp Search 175 S Blvd on Google Maps	Active	4.58 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the ParrFit page on Yelp	Active	4.5 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Dd Pilates page on Yelp	Active	3.22 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hair By Kimberly Verber page on Yelp Search 1197 Laurel St on Google Maps	Beauty	1 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Haircuts by Angie Singh page on Yelp Search 148 W 25th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.81 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Beauty Ink Studio page on Yelp Search 2115 Broadway St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.4 miles	21 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Simply Elegant page on Yelp	Beauty	4.22 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for San Carlos, CA

Population Households Employment

San Carlos has 11,611 households, with an average household size of 2.7. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in San Carlos do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 31,477 people call San Carlos home. The population density is 5,142.47 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,477

Total Population

High

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

40.9

Median Age

48.79 / 51.21%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

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

11,611

Total Households

2.7

Average Household Size

$104,942

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in San Carlos, CA

All ()

Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby San Carlos. 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.

Type

Name

Current Listings

Sold
$2,895,000

1819 Cordilleras RD, REDWOOD CITY, CA 94062
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,650 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,665,000

918 Laurelwood DR, SAN MATEO, CA 94403
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,557 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,421,000

1533 Cedarwood DR, SAN MATEO, CA 94403
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,900 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,350,000

1891 Timberlane RD, SAN MATEO, CA 94402
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,740 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,700,000

1142 Hollyburne AVE, MENLO PARK, CA 94025
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,330 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,650,000

2301 Whitecliff WAY, SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,564 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,598,000

630 Redwood AVE, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,369 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,575,000

217 Alta Loma AVE, DALY CITY, CA 94015
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,057 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,265,000

170 Los Robles DR, BURLINGAME, CA 94010
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,100 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,250,000

395 Skyline DR, DALY CITY, CA 94015
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,470 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,200,000

447 Hemlock AVE, SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 960 Sq.Ft.
Leased
$7,000/mo

604 San Nicholas LN, FOSTER CITY, CA 94404
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,880 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$1,604/mo

35 N DR, SAN MATEO, CA 94401
- 450 Sq.Ft.