Aerial view of San Jose’s downtown buildings and clock tower, with dry hills in the distance.

West San Jose

Made vibrant by its rich cultural diversity and distinct, historic neighborhoods.

Overview for West San Jose, CA

95,619 people live in West San Jose, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $76,063. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

95,619

Total Population

41 years

Median Age

High

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

$76,063

Average individual Income

Schools in West San Jose, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby West San Jose. 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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Around West San Jose, CA

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

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Very Walkable
Walking Score
74
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
41
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Choco Bakery, Two for one falafel wraps, and 7-Eleven.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Choco Bakery Logo
Dining 0.23 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Two for one falafel wraps Logo
Dining 0.55 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
7-Eleven Logo
Dining · $ 0.7 miles 31 reviews 2.6/5 stars
Dining 0.84 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
K.Minamoto Logo
Dining 0.93 miles 5 reviews 3.2/5 stars
Murdock Park Logo
Active 0.92 miles 27 reviews 4.2/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for West San Jose, CA

Population Households Employment

West San Jose has 34,657 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West San Jose do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 95,619 people call West San Jose home. The population density is 14,103 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

95,619

Total Population

High

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

41 years

Median Age

50 / 50%

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
34,657

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$76,063

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

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Property Listings

Three-story townhouses with stone accents line a San Jose street with parked cars and cyclists.
For Sale
MLS® ML82054389

$12,000,000

7246 Sharon DR, San Jose, CA 95129
5 Beds 4 Baths 2,400 Sq.Ft.
Modern two-story home with a stone-faced garage, wood accents, and a landscaped front yard.
Pending
MLS® ML82021510

$5,080,000

6757 Devonshire DR, San Jose, CA 95129
6 Beds 7 Baths 4,164 Sq.Ft.
Two-story house with a brick entry surround and dark garage beneath a pink-and-blue dusk sky.
For Sale
MLS® ML82046764

$4,750,000

12763 Lantana Avenue, SAN JOSE, CA 95130
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,839 Sq.Ft.
Modern living room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a landscaped backyard.
For Sale
MLS® ML82057614

$3,848,000

11841 Southwood DR, Saratoga, CA 95070
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,715 Sq.Ft.
6374 Wisteria Way
Pending
MLS® ML82063911

$3,680,000

6374 Wisteria WAY, San Jose, CA 95129
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,615 Sq.Ft.
Two-story gray apartment building with a large leafy tree beside the sidewalk.
For Sale
MLS® ML82042695

$3,580,000

3047 David AVE, San Jose, CA 95128
8,076 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to West San Jose

Red classic convertible parked outside a hotel, with pedestrians and pink flowers in the foreground.
 

West San Jose Communities

Broadway – Palmhaven, Cambrian, West San Jose, and Willow Glen
 

West San Jose Lifestyle

West San Jose has the charms of both urban and suburban life merging into a unique medley. It’s easy to have a memorable day out in a district where many small and large businesses can be found so close to each other. Like any urban region, West San Jose is made vibrant by its rich cultural diversity and distinct, historic neighborhoods. West San Jose is also frequently noted as a good place for families since living in the area provides access to quality education, options for recreation, and comfort akin to a small-town feel. These suburban qualities are especially prevalent in communities such as Willow Glen and Cambrian.
 
West San Jose is also home to the world-famous mansion of the wealthy heiress Sarah Pardee Winchester. The estate, now known as the Winchester Mystery House, was constructed over thirty-eight years and only stopped with Mrs. Winchester’s death in 1922. More recently, another wonder has sprung up in West San Jose: Santana Row, a 42-acre mixed retail and residential neighborhood. The project was considered highly ambitious when it opened in 2002.
 
Tree-lined pedestrian shopping street with storefronts, outdoor café seating, and people walking.
 
Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128
 

West San Jose’s History

West San Jose rests upon historic land, most of it consisting of old ranches and horticulture. Cambrian and Willow Glen are two communities that have remained distinct despite San Jose’s rapid sprawling in the mid-twentieth century. Cambrian started as a name given to a school district in 1863. The name grew to encompass the neighborhood as agriculture and later retail stabilized the community. Willow Glen started as Mexican land grants in 1844, with the bounty of the orchards and the coveted, fertile land enabling the town to incorporate in 1927. Nine years later, economic challenges led Willow Glen to become unincorporated and rejoin San Jose.
 
West San Jose is also home to the world-famous mansion of the wealthy heiress Sarah Pardee Winchester. The estate, now known as the Winchester Mystery House, was constructed over thirty-eight years and only stopped with Mrs. Winchester’s death in 1922. More recently, another wonder has sprung up in West San Jose: Santana Row, a 42-acre mixed retail and residential neighborhood. The project, considered highly ambitious when it opened in 2002.
 

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Aerial view of San Jose’s downtown buildings and clock tower, with dry hills in the distance.

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San Jose CA 95124