Portola Valley, CA

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Portola Valley Overview

4,397
TOTAL POPULATION
1,954
MALE POPULATION
2,443
FEMALE POPULATION
79.98
MALES / 100 FEMALES
125.03
FEMALES / 100 MALES
57.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$180,793
PER CAPITA INCOME
$250,001
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$250,001
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,537
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
42.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Portola Valley Zip Codes

Race in Portola Valley

The most populous races in Portola Valley are White / Caucasian (3,528 | 80.2%), Hispanic or Latino (527 | 12.0%), and Two or more Races (436 | 9.9%).
Race in Portola Valley
Race# Population% Population
Asian3317.5%
Black / African American40.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino52712.0%
Native / Alaskan100.2%
White / Caucasian3,52880.2%
Two or more Races4369.9%
Some other Race882.0%
Total4,397100.0%

Ancestry in Portola Valley

The most populous ancestries reported in Portola Valley are German (844 | 19.2%), English (610 | 13.9%), Mexican (479 | 10.9%), Italian (368 | 8.4%), and Irish (351 | 8.0%), together accounting for 60.3% of all Portola Valley residents.
Ancestry in Portola Valley
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1112.5%
Austrian320.7%
Belgian200.4%
Bhutanese150.3%
British1042.4%
Burmese380.9%
Canadian140.3%
Croatian120.3%
Czech400.9%
Danish952.2%
Dutch1232.8%
Eastern European571.3%
English61013.9%
European2706.1%
French1764.0%
French Canadian140.3%
German84419.2%
Greek260.6%
Hungarian691.6%
Indian (Asian)1333.0%
Irish3518.0%
Iroquois100.2%
Italian3688.4%
Korean1373.1%
Lithuanian561.3%
Mexican47910.9%
Northern European300.7%
Norwegian631.4%
Polish711.6%
Portuguese140.3%
Puerto Rican140.3%
Russian2064.7%
Scandinavian1012.3%
Scotch-Irish270.6%
Scottish1503.4%
Slovak130.3%
Spanish340.8%
Swedish2535.8%
Swiss912.1%
Thai942.1%
Ukrainian300.7%
Welsh150.3%
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Immigrants in Portola Valley

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Portola Valley came from Europe (231 | 5.2%), Asia (218 | 5.0%), Philippines (137 | 3.1%), South Eastern Asia (137 | 3.1%), and Eastern Europe (101 | 2.3%), together accounting for 18.8% of all Portola Valley residents.
Immigrants in Portola Valley
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia2185.0%
Austria410.9%
Belgium200.4%
Canada561.3%
Central America761.7%
China561.3%
Eastern Asia561.3%
Eastern Europe1012.3%
England130.3%
Europe2315.2%
France130.3%
Hong Kong100.2%
Hungary250.6%
India250.6%
Latin America761.7%
Mexico611.4%
Northern Europe561.3%
Panama150.3%
Philippines1373.1%
Poland300.7%
Russia461.1%
South Central Asia250.6%
South Eastern Asia1373.1%
Sweden310.7%
Taiwan130.3%
Western Europe741.7%
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Sex and Age in Portola Valley

Sex and Age in Portola Valley

The most populous age groups in Portola Valley are 65 to 69 Years (207 | 10.6%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (228 | 9.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Portola Valley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years71 (3.6%)169 (6.9%)
5 to 9 Years100 (5.1%)154 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Years162 (8.3%)22 (0.9%)
15 to 19 Years99 (5.1%)144 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Years25 (1.3%)123 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.4%)
30 to 34 Years49 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years34 (1.7%)83 (3.4%)
40 to 44 Years90 (4.6%)118 (4.8%)
45 to 49 Years135 (6.9%)131 (5.4%)
50 to 54 Years178 (9.1%)101 (4.1%)
55 to 59 Years174 (8.9%)162 (6.6%)
60 to 64 Years143 (7.3%)189 (7.7%)
65 to 69 Years207 (10.6%)194 (7.9%)
70 to 74 Years111 (5.7%)228 (9.3%)
75 to 79 Years106 (5.4%)177 (7.2%)
80 to 84 Years76 (3.9%)224 (9.2%)
85 Years and over194 (9.9%)214 (8.8%)
Total1,954 (100.0%)2,443 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Portola Valley

Median Family Size in Portola Valley

The median family size in Portola Valley is 2.96 persons per family, with single female/mother families (19 | 1.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.74 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (1,151 | 97.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.89 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Portola Valley
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,151 (97.6%)2.89
Single Male/Father9 (0.8%)5.56
Single Female/Mother19 (1.6%)5.74
Total Families1,179 (100.0%)2.96

Median Household Size in Portola Valley

The median household size in Portola Valley is 2.57 persons per household, with single female/mother households (19 | 1.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 10.53 persons per household. non-family households (513 | 30.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Portola Valley
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,151 (68.0%)3.07
Single Male/Father9 (0.5%)5.56
Single Female/Mother19 (1.1%)10.53
Non-family513 (30.3%)1.12
Total Households1,692 (100.0%)2.57

Household Size by Marriage Status in Portola Valley

Out of a total of 1,692 households in Portola Valley, 1,179 (69.7%) are family households, while 513 (30.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 603, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 459.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Portola Valley
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-459 (27.1%)
2-Person Households603 (35.6%)54 (3.2%)
3-Person Households201 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households249 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households96 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households22 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households8 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,179 (69.7%)513 (30.3%)

Female Fertility in Portola Valley

Fertility by Age in Portola Valley

Female Fertility by Age in Portola Valley
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Portola Valley

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Portola Valley
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Portola Valley

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Portola Valley
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Portola Valley

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Portola Valley
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Portola Valley

Income Overview in Portola Valley

Per Capita Income in Portola Valley is $180,793, while median incomes of families and households are $250,001 and $250,001 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,397$180,793
Median Family Income1,179$250,001
Mean Family Income1,179$593,652
Median Household Income1,692$250,001
Mean Household Income1,692$462,935
Income Deficit1,179$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,3970.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,397100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,3970.51

Earnings by Sex in Portola Valley

Earnings by Sex in Portola Valley
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male949 (58.3%)$236,827
Female679 (41.7%)$0
Total1,628 (100.0%)$178,702

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Portola Valley

The most common earnings brackets in Portola Valley are $100,000+ for men (739 | 77.9%) and $100,000+ for women (298 | 43.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Portola Valley
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)33 (4.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)47 (6.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)12 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49915 (1.6%)39 (5.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)69 (10.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)27 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)29 (4.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)15 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99925 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99916 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99916 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99926 (2.7%)32 (4.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)14 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)13 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99946 (4.9%)29 (4.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99934 (3.6%)12 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99932 (3.4%)10 (1.5%)
$100,000+739 (77.9%)298 (43.9%)
Total949 (100.0%)679 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Portola Valley

Average earnings in Portola Valley are $249,231 for men and $117,568 for women, a difference of 52.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $250,001, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $195,880. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $150,268, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $150,268.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Portola Valley
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$195,880$0
Bachelor's Degree$233,929$0
Graduate Degree$250,001$150,268
Total$249,231$117,568

Family Income in Portola Valley

Family Income Brackets in Portola Valley

According to the Portola Valley family income data, there are 869 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 73.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Portola Valley
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999151.3%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999191.6%
$50,000 to $74,999221.9%
$75,000 to $99,999655.5%
$100,000 to $149,999403.4%
$150,000 to $199,99914912.6%
$200,000+86973.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Portola Valley

2-person families (723 | 61.3%) account for the highest median family income in Portola Valley with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (723 | 61.3%) have the highest median income of $125,000 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Portola Valley
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families723 (61.3%)$250,001
3-Person Families94 (8.0%)$250,001
4-Person Families247 (20.9%)$250,001
5-Person Families96 (8.1%)$250,001
6-Person Families19 (1.6%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,179 (100.0%)$250,001

Family Income by Number of Earners in Portola Valley

Family Income by Number of Earners in Portola Valley
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners340 (28.8%)$250,001
1 Earner385 (32.7%)$250,001
2 Earners434 (36.8%)$250,001
3+ Earners20 (1.7%)$0
Total1,179 (100.0%)$250,001

Household Income in Portola Valley

Household Income Brackets in Portola Valley

With 992 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Portola Valley, accounting for 58.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Portola Valley
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000291.7%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999684.0%
$25,000 to $34,999372.2%
$35,000 to $49,999422.5%
$50,000 to $74,999221.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991297.6%
$100,000 to $149,99919011.2%
$150,000 to $199,99918310.8%
$200,000+99258.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Portola Valley

The median household income in Portola Valley is $250,001, with the highest median household income of $250,001 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 134 households (7.9%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Portola Valley
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years134 (7.9%)$250,001
45 to 64 Years554 (32.7%)$250,001
65+ Years1,004 (59.3%)$172,727
Total1,692 (100.0%)$250,001

Poverty in Portola Valley

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Portola Valley

With 1.5% poverty level for males and 6.8% for females among the residents of Portola Valley, 65 to 74 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 30 males (9.5%) and 137 females (32.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Portola Valley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years30 (9.5%)137 (32.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (2.4%)
Total30 (1.5%)163 (6.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Portola Valley

According to the poverty statistics in Portola Valley, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Portola Valley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years71 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)74 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years145 (100.0%)80 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years117 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
15 Years13 (100.0%)47 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years15 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years96 (100.0%)159 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years49 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years124 (100.0%)199 (99.0%)
45 to 54 Years313 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years317 (100.0%)341 (97.2%)
65 to 74 Years286 (90.5%)285 (67.5%)
75 Years and over371 (100.0%)573 (97.6%)
Total1,917 (98.5%)2,242 (93.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Portola Valley

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Portola Valley
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children835 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Portola Valley

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Portola Valley
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Portola Valley

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Portola Valley
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Portola Valley

Employment by Class of Employer in Portola Valley

Among the 1,494 employed individuals in Portola Valley, private company employees (918 | 61.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (234 | 15.7%), and self-employed (incorporated) (165 | 11.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Portola Valley
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees91861.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)16511.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)23415.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations1238.2%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees171.1%
Federal Government Employees161.1%
Unpaid Family Workers211.4%
Total1,494100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Portola Valley

According to the labor force statistics for Portola Valley, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,659), 42.0% or 1,537 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 41 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 10 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 32.7% or 16 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Portola Valley
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years79 (53.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years49 (100.0%)16 (32.7%)
35 to 44 Years232 (71.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years438 (80.4%)16 (3.7%)
55 to 59 Years292 (86.9%)10 (3.4%)
60 to 64 Years168 (50.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years226 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over42 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,537 (42.0%)41 (2.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Portola Valley

According to labor force statistics for Portola Valley, 74.5% of individuals (1,190) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,597) are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 42 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 79.3% or 1,059 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.7% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Portola Valley
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School12 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma44 (69.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree73 (42.0%)24 (13.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,059 (79.3%)40 (3.0%)
Total1,190 (74.5%)56 (3.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Portola Valley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Portola Valley are Management (531 | 35.5%), Community & Social Service (232 | 15.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (176 | 11.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (144 | 9.6%), and Health Technologists (144 | 9.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Portola Valley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Portola Valley, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (78.9%), Business & Financial (74.2%), and Legal Services & Support (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (70.6%), Architecture & Engineering (69.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (54.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Portola Valley
OccupationMaleFemale
Management419 (78.9%)112 (21.1%)
Business & Financial92 (74.2%)32 (25.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science91 (51.7%)85 (48.3%)
Computers & Mathematics62 (62.6%)37 (37.4%)
Architecture & Engineering14 (30.4%)32 (69.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science15 (48.4%)16 (51.6%)
Community & Social Service 107 (46.1%)125 (53.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support30 (71.4%)12 (28.6%)
Education Instruction & Library47 (53.4%)41 (46.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment30 (29.4%)72 (70.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating66 (45.8%)78 (54.2%)
Health Technologists66 (45.8%)78 (54.2%)
Total (Category)775 (64.2%)432 (35.8%)
Total (Overall)924 (61.9%)570 (38.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Portola Valley are Security & Protection (58 | 3.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (41 | 2.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (28 | 1.9%), and Law Enforcement (17 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Portola Valley

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Portola Valley
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)924 (61.9%)570 (38.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Portola Valley are Sales & Related (138 | 9.2%), and Office & Administration (42 | 2.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Portola Valley

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Portola Valley
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related39 (28.3%)99 (71.7%)
Office & Administration15 (35.7%)27 (64.3%)
Total (Category)54 (30.0%)126 (70.0%)
Total (Overall)924 (61.9%)570 (38.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Portola Valley are , and Construction & Extraction (9 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Portola Valley

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Portola Valley
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)924 (61.9%)570 (38.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Portola Valley are , and Transportation (12 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Portola Valley

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Portola Valley
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)924 (61.9%)570 (38.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Portola Valley

Employment Industries in Portola Valley

The major employment industries in Portola Valley include Professional & Scientific (392 | 26.2%), Information (179 | 12.0%), Manufacturing (151 | 10.1%), Educational Services (125 | 8.4%), and Finance & Insurance (119 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Portola Valley

Employment Industries by Sex in Portola Valley

The Portola Valley industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Educational Services (80.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (89.7%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (70.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Portola Valley
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction49 (75.4%)16 (24.6%)
Manufacturing122 (80.8%)29 (19.2%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade17 (30.9%)38 (69.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information110 (61.5%)69 (38.6%)
Finance & Insurance83 (69.8%)36 (30.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing41 (62.1%)25 (37.9%)
Professional & Scientific266 (67.9%)126 (32.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support39 (75.0%)13 (25.0%)
Educational Services101 (80.8%)24 (19.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance12 (10.3%)105 (89.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation26 (29.9%)61 (70.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)
Total924 (61.9%)570 (38.2%)

Education in Portola Valley

School Enrollment in Portola Valley

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,001 students in Portola Valley are high school (221 | 22.1%), college / undergraduate (211 | 21.1%), and elementary school (170 | 17.0%).
School Enrollment in Portola Valley
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool16716.7%
Kindergarten232.3%
Elementary School17017.0%
Middle School15515.5%
High School22122.1%
College / Undergraduate21121.1%
Graduate / Professional545.4%
Total1,001100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Portola Valley

Out of a total of 1,001 students who are enrolled in schools in Portola Valley, 513 (51.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 488 (48.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 96 (78.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 15 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Portola Valley
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds26 (24.5%)80 (75.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old164 (64.6%)90 (35.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds134 (72.8%)50 (27.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds61 (44.9%)75 (55.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds24 (22.4%)83 (77.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds27 (22.0%)96 (78.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over37 (48.7%)39 (51.3%)
Total488 (48.8%)513 (51.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Portola Valley

Social sciences (499 | 16.8%), engineering (402 | 13.5%), business (304 | 10.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (292 | 9.8%), and literature & languages (280 | 9.4%) are the most common fields of study among 2,972 individuals in Portola Valley who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Portola Valley
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2458.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2929.8%
Physical & Health Sciences1776.0%
Psychology1735.8%
Social Sciences49916.8%
Engineering40213.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology702.4%
Business30410.2%
Education933.1%
Literature & Languages2809.4%
Liberal Arts & History2107.1%
Visual & Performing Arts822.8%
Communications893.0%
Arts & Humanities561.9%
Total2,972100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Portola Valley

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Portola Valley

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Portola Valley are males with 2 vehicles (311, accounting for 33.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (151, making up 54.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Portola Valley
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle83 (9.0%)82 (14.4%)
2 Vehicles311 (33.7%)151 (26.5%)
3 Vehicles294 (31.8%)204 (35.8%)
4 Vehicles180 (19.5%)72 (12.6%)
5 or more Vehicles56 (6.1%)61 (10.7%)
Total924 (100.0%)570 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Portola Valley

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Portola Valley are 20 to 24 minutes (194 commuters, 26.7%), 35 to 39 minutes (132 commuters, 18.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (105 commuters, 14.4%).
Commute Time in Portola Valley
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes304.1%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes7310.0%
15 to 19 Minutes8611.8%
20 to 24 Minutes19426.7%
25 to 29 Minutes496.7%
30 to 34 Minutes10514.4%
35 to 39 Minutes13218.1%
40 to 44 Minutes111.5%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes314.3%
90 or more Minutes172.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Portola Valley

The most common commute times in Portola Valley are 35 to 39 minutes (119 commuters, 25.9%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (90 commuters, 33.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Portola Valley
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)30 (11.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes31 (6.8%)42 (15.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes72 (15.7%)14 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes104 (22.7%)90 (33.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes38 (8.3%)11 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes64 (13.9%)41 (15.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes119 (25.9%)13 (4.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (4.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes14 (3.0%)17 (6.3%)
90 or more Minutes17 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Portola Valley

The most frequent times of departure to work in Portola Valley are 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (92, 20.0%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (81, 30.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Portola Valley
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM17 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM47 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM29 (6.3%)33 (12.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM40 (8.7%)70 (26.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM75 (16.3%)13 (4.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM89 (19.4%)29 (10.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM55 (12.0%)81 (30.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM92 (20.0%)43 (16.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM15 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total459 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Portola Valley

Occupancy by Ownership in Portola Valley

Of the total 1,692 dwellings in Portola Valley, owner-occupied units account for 1,385 (81.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 307 (18.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Portola Valley
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,38581.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units30718.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,692100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Portola Valley

Occupancy by Household Size in Portola Valley
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household45927.1%
2-Person Household65738.8%
3-Person Household20111.9%
4+ Person Household37522.2%
Total Housing Units1,692100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Portola Valley

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Portola Valley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household232 (50.5%)227 (49.5%)
2-Person Household643 (97.9%)14 (2.1%)
3-Person Household201 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household309 (82.4%)66 (17.6%)
Total Housing Units1,385 (81.9%)307 (18.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Portola Valley

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Portola Valley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
College/Associate Degree73 (71.6%)29 (28.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,295 (82.8%)270 (17.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Portola Valley

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Portola Valley
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years1347.9%
45 to 54 Years21412.7%
55 to 64 Years34020.1%
65 to 74 Years33119.6%
75 to 84 Years36721.7%
85 Years and Over30618.1%
Total1,692100.0%

Housing Finances in Portola Valley

Median Income by Occupancy in Portola Valley

Median Income by Occupancy in Portola Valley
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,385 (81.9%)$250,001
Renter-Occupied307 (18.1%)$122,697
Average1,692 (100.0%)$250,001

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Portola Valley

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Portola Valley
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)29 (9.5%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)41 (13.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99927 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99937 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (2.2%)12 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999101 (7.3%)28 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99967 (4.8%)123 (40.1%)
$150,000 or more1,101 (79.5%)74 (24.1%)
Total1,385 (100.0%)307 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Portola Valley

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Portola Valley
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30011 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79914 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99949 (3.5%)13 (4.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49972 (5.2%)42 (13.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99988 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499161 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99994 (6.8%)12 (3.9%)
$3,000 or more896 (64.7%)180 (58.6%)
Total1,385 (100.0%)307 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Portola Valley

Housing Structures in Portola Valley

Housing Structures in Portola Valley
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,40082.7%
Single Unit, Attached281.7%
2 Unit Apartments120.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments140.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1488.7%
10 or more Apartments905.3%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,692100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Portola Valley

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Portola Valley
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,319 (94.2%)81 (5.8%)
Single Unit, Attached15 (53.6%)13 (46.4%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments11 (7.4%)137 (92.6%)
10 or more Apartments40 (44.4%)50 (55.6%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,385 (81.9%)307 (18.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Portola Valley

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Portola Valley
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)15 (4.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms51 (3.7%)226 (73.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms126 (9.1%)27 (8.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms413 (29.8%)31 (10.1%)
8 or more Rooms795 (57.4%)8 (2.6%)
Total1,385 (100.0%)307 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Portola Valley

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Portola Valley
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,106 (79.9%)143 (46.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity256 (18.5%)151 (49.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene10 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels13 (0.9%)13 (4.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,385 (100.0%)307 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Portola Valley

Household Vehicle Usage in Portola Valley
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle77 (5.6%)39 (12.7%)
1 Vehicle154 (11.1%)188 (61.2%)
2 Vehicles498 (36.0%)45 (14.7%)
3 or more Vehicles656 (47.4%)35 (11.4%)
Total1,385 (100.0%)307 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Portola Valley

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Portola Valley

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units657728
Median Property Value$2,000,001$2,000,001
Median Household Income$228,885$668
Monthly Housing Costs$1,501$653
Real Estate Taxes$10,001$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Portola Valley

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Portola Valley
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99911 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)17 (2.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more646 (98.3%)711 (97.7%)
Total657 (100.0%)728 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Portola Valley

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Portola Valley
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)34 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99927 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (4.6%)37 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999101 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99944 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more433 (65.9%)23 (3.2%)
Total657 (100.0%)728 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Portola Valley

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Portola Valley
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x8 (1.2%)250,001 (34,340.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x45 (6.9%)17 (2.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x31 (4.7%)62 (8.5%)
4.0x or more573 (87.2%)26 (3.6%)
Total657 (100.0%)728 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Portola Valley

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Portola Valley
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499646 (98.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total657 (100.0%)728 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Portola Valley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Portola Valley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Portola Valley
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years314 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years527 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years238 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years261 (80.3%)64 (19.7%)
45 to 54 Years545 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years668 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years724 (98.1%)14 (1.9%)
75 Years and older958 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,284 (98.2%)78 (1.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Portola Valley

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Portola Valley
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born314 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen527 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen238 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Portola Valley

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Portola Valley
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99997 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99946 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999214 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over3,805 (98.0%)76 (2.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Portola Valley

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Portola Valley
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)314 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)527 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)238 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)261 (80.3%)
45 to 54 Years16 (2.9%)529 (97.1%)
55 to 64 Years10 (1.5%)658 (98.5%)
65 to 74 Years666 (90.2%)368 (49.9%)
75 Years and over921 (96.1%)758 (79.1%)
Total1,613 (37.0%)3,702 (84.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Portola Valley

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Portola Valley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (4.8%)43 (15.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)24 (14.2%)
35 to 64 Years68 (9.0%)65 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years15 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over59 (15.9%)297 (50.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Portola Valley

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Portola Valley: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (4.5%)16 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over47 (12.7%)147 (25.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Portola Valley: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)13 (2.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Portola Valley: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)43 (15.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)24 (14.2%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)39 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)157 (26.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Portola Valley: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)10 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (3.2%)93 (15.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Portola Valley: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Portola Valley

Computing Device Access in Portola Valley

Computing Device Access in Portola Valley
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,64197.0%
Smartphone1,55591.9%
Tablet1,46786.7%
No Computing Device221.3%
Total1,692100.0%

Internet Access in Portola Valley

Internet Access in Portola Valley
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,56492.4%
Cellular Data Only241.4%
Satellite Internet17710.5%
No Internet794.7%
Total1,692100.0%

Portola Valley Summary

Portola Valley is a small town located in San Mateo County, California. It is situated in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, about 20 miles south of San Francisco. The town has a population of about 4,500 people and covers an area of about 9.5 square miles.

History

Portola Valley was originally inhabited by the Ohlone people, who lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The first Europeans to settle in the area were Spanish missionaries, who established a mission in nearby San Francisco in 1776. The area was later part of the Rancho San Antonio land grant, which was granted to the family of José de la Cruz Sánchez in 1839.
In the late 19th century, the area was developed as a rural retreat for wealthy San Franciscans. The town was officially incorporated in 1964, and the name “Portola Valley” was chosen to honor the Spanish explorer Gaspar de Portolá, who led the first European expedition into the area in 1769.

Geography

Portola Valley is located in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, about 20 miles south of San Francisco. The town is situated at an elevation of about 1,000 feet above sea level. The town is surrounded by open space preserves, including Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve, and Coal Creek Open Space Preserve.
The town is located in a Mediterranean climate zone, with mild, wet winters and dry, warm summers. The average annual precipitation is about 24 inches, and the average annual temperature is about 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Portola Valley is a wealthy community, with a median household income of about $200,000. The town is home to many high-tech companies, including Oracle, Hewlett-Packard, and Sun Microsystems. The town is also home to several venture capital firms, including Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Sequoia Capital.
The town is also home to several wineries, including Thomas Fogarty Winery and Vineyards and Picchetti Winery. The town is also home to several equestrian centers, including the Portola Valley Training Center and the Portola Valley Equestrian Center.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Portola Valley was 4,353. The racial makeup of the town was 87.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 8.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median age in Portola Valley was 45.2 years. About 24.3% of residents were under the age of 18, and 8.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The median income for a household in Portola Valley was $200,000, and the median income for a family was $212,500. About 2.2% of families and 3.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.2% of those under age 18 and 0.0% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Portola Valley?
Total Population of Portola Valley is 4,397.
What is the Total Male Population of Portola Valley?
Total Male Population of Portola Valley is 1,954.
What is the Total Female Population of Portola Valley?
Total Female Population of Portola Valley is 2,443.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Portola Valley?
There are 79.98 Males per 100 Females in Portola Valley.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Portola Valley?
There are 125.03 Females per 100 Males in Portola Valley.
What is the Median Population Age in Portola Valley?
Median Population Age in Portola Valley is 57.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Portola Valley
Average Family Size in Portola Valley is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Portola Valley
Average Household Size in Portola Valley is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Portola Valley?
Per Capita income in Portola Valley is $180,793.
What is the Median Family Income in Portola Valley?
Median Family Income in Portola Valley is $250,001.
What is the Median Household income in Portola Valley?
Median Household Income in Portola Valley is $250,001.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Portola Valley?
Inequality or Gini Index in Portola Valley is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Portola Valley?
There are 1,537 People in the Labor Forcein in Portola Valley.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Portola Valley?
42.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Portola Valley.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Portola Valley?
Unemployment Rate in Portola Valley is 2.7%.