Portola Valley

Welcome to Portola Valley

 
In Portola Valley, named for the Spanish explorer Gaspar de Portola, oak-studded meadows open onto vistas of San Francisco Bay and the unspoiled coast range. The area's first settlement was the logging town of Searsville, founded in the 19th century. Farming and cattle ranching were the primary industries until the 1920s. After World War II, the valley began to be developed, typically with modest, ranch-style homes on large lots. Long a preferred address of Stanford University professors, Portola Valley has made well-staffed and well-equipped public schools a top priority. The town was incorporated in 1964, with the goal of maintaining the world ambiance of the community and preserving open space. Today, Portola Valley is known for its unpretentious lifestyle and small-town atmosphere.
 
City Website: www.portolavalley.net
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Overview for Portola Valley, CA

7,743 people live in Portola Valley, where the median age is 53 and the average individual income is $138,869.87. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,743

Total Population

53 years

Median Age

High

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

$138,869.87

Average individual Income

Around Portola Valley, CA

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

5
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
7
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Ready To Play, Jake Hutt Golf, and Levity Fit.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shopping 2.42 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.97 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.38 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.32 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Portola Valley, CA

Portola Valley has 2,904 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Portola Valley do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,743 people call Portola Valley home. The population density is 406.35 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,743

Total Population

High

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

53

Median Age

48.75 / 51.25%

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
2,904

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$138,869.87

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Portola Valley, CA

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Primary Schools ()
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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Portola Valley. 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
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
K - 3rd
No rating available
Woodside Priory School
PRIVATE
6th - 12th
No rating available
PUBLIC
4th - 8th
5/5
PRIVATE
4th - 5th
No rating available

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