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104,165
TOTAL POPULATION
51,998
MALE POPULATION
52,167
FEMALE POPULATION
99.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.33
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$78,990
PER CAPITA INCOME
$182,227
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$149,152
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,079
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
60,081
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

San Mateo Zip Codes

San Mateo Area Codes

Race in San Mateo

The most populous races in San Mateo are White / Caucasian (46,128 | 44.3%), Asian (28,109 | 27.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (25,743 | 24.7%).
Race in San Mateo
Race# Population% Population
Asian28,10927.0%
Black / African American1,9541.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific1,5051.4%
Hispanic or Latino25,74324.7%
Native / Alaskan9961.0%
White / Caucasian46,12844.3%
Two or more Races12,05211.6%
Some other Race13,42112.9%
Total104,165100.0%

Ancestry in San Mateo

The most populous ancestries reported in San Mateo are Indian (Asian) (14,566 | 14.0%), Mexican (13,078 | 12.6%), Irish (7,559 | 7.3%), Central American (7,278 | 7.0%), and Italian (6,340 | 6.1%), together accounting for 46.9% of all San Mateo residents.
Ancestry in San Mateo
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan1430.1%
African550.1%
Albanian70.0%
American2,5252.4%
Apache370.0%
Arab1,5371.5%
Argentinean1650.2%
Armenian3910.4%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac290.0%
Australian770.1%
Austrian4000.4%
Basque250.0%
Belgian160.0%
Belizean920.1%
Bhutanese2,8862.8%
Blackfeet1050.1%
Bolivian1050.1%
Brazilian3200.3%
British6140.6%
Bulgarian350.0%
Burmese2,1492.1%
Canadian2510.2%
Central American7,2787.0%
Central American Indian2560.3%
Cherokee2620.3%
Chickasaw110.0%
Chilean3040.3%
Chinese100.0%
Chippewa40.0%
Choctaw100.0%
Colombian3370.3%
Costa Rican420.0%
Cree140.0%
Croatian2460.2%
Cuban3550.3%
Czech2260.2%
Czechoslovakian340.0%
Danish3690.4%
Delaware80.0%
Dominican700.1%
Dutch6940.7%
Eastern European5670.5%
Ecuadorian510.1%
Egyptian1940.2%
English5,2845.1%
Estonian180.0%
European2,1532.1%
Filipino8260.8%
Finnish650.1%
French2,0942.0%
French American Indian80.0%
French Canadian2510.2%
German6,3266.1%
German Russian100.0%
Greek9770.9%
Guamanian / Chamorro580.1%
Guatemalan3,2343.1%
Guyanese220.0%
Haitian290.0%
Honduran830.1%
Hungarian3360.3%
Icelander90.0%
Indian (Asian)14,56614.0%
Indonesian1600.2%
Inupiat200.0%
Iranian6700.6%
Iraqi260.0%
Irish7,5597.3%
Israeli720.1%
Italian6,3406.1%
Jamaican1370.1%
Japanese1100.1%
Jordanian1120.1%
Korean6,2086.0%
Laotian1460.1%
Latvian240.0%
Lebanese3640.4%
Lithuanian1040.1%
Macedonian160.0%
Malaysian130.0%
Maltese1820.2%
Mexican13,07812.6%
Mexican American Indian6690.6%
Moroccan640.1%
Native Hawaiian1990.2%
Navajo320.0%
New Zealander130.0%
Nicaraguan8470.8%
Nigerian2850.3%
Northern European4960.5%
Norwegian1,3341.3%
Okinawan820.1%
Ottawa30.0%
Pakistani1180.1%
Palestinian1210.1%
Panamanian1020.1%
Pennsylvania German110.0%
Peruvian1,4441.4%
Polish1,5741.5%
Portuguese8970.9%
Pueblo180.0%
Puerto Rican4960.5%
Romanian2340.2%
Russian1,5611.5%
Salvadoran2,9472.8%
Samoan1800.2%
Scandinavian3250.3%
Scotch-Irish5230.5%
Scottish1,7871.7%
Seminole520.1%
Serbian1140.1%
Sioux130.0%
Slavic560.1%
Slovak520.1%
Slovene230.0%
South American2,5462.4%
South American Indian180.0%
Spaniard7000.7%
Spanish1960.2%
Spanish American320.0%
Sri Lankan1,0801.0%
Subsaharan African5220.5%
Sudanese1210.1%
Swedish7800.7%
Swiss3710.4%
Syrian230.0%
Thai4,9674.8%
Tlingit-Haida140.0%
Tohono O'Odham140.0%
Tongan1,1971.1%
Turkish1280.1%
Ukrainian4040.4%
Uruguayan650.1%
Venezuelan610.1%
Welsh4180.4%
West Indian410.0%
Yugoslavian620.1%
Zimbabwean150.0%
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Immigrants in San Mateo

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in San Mateo came from Asia (18,193 | 17.5%), Latin America (12,025 | 11.5%), Central America (9,657 | 9.3%), Eastern Asia (9,264 | 8.9%), and China (7,872 | 7.6%), together accounting for 54.7% of all San Mateo residents.
Immigrants in San Mateo
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan1550.2%
Africa8680.8%
Albania1840.2%
Argentina2410.2%
Asia18,19317.5%
Australia1630.2%
Austria390.0%
Azores140.0%
Bangladesh180.0%
Belarus2780.3%
Belgium350.0%
Bolivia590.1%
Bosnia and Herzegovina300.0%
Brazil5010.5%
Bulgaria930.1%
Cambodia170.0%
Canada8330.8%
Caribbean630.1%
Central America9,6579.3%
Chile1480.1%
China7,8727.6%
Colombia1470.1%
Costa Rica320.0%
Croatia290.0%
Cuba430.0%
Denmark360.0%
Eastern Africa730.1%
Eastern Asia9,2648.9%
Eastern Europe1,8651.8%
Ecuador390.0%
Egypt1640.2%
El Salvador1,8201.8%
England1380.1%
Eritrea200.0%
Europe4,2174.1%
Fiji4450.4%
France2670.3%
Germany3030.3%
Ghana50.0%
Greece1050.1%
Guatemala2,3392.2%
Honduras600.1%
Hong Kong1,0841.0%
India2,8832.8%
Indonesia1600.2%
Iran5700.5%
Iraq370.0%
Ireland2240.2%
Israel1470.1%
Italy1840.2%
Jamaica200.0%
Japan6290.6%
Jordan600.1%
Kazakhstan160.0%
Kenya200.0%
Korea7630.7%
Kuwait240.0%
Laos170.0%
Latin America12,02511.5%
Latvia330.0%
Lebanon2140.2%
Lithuania350.0%
Malaysia1280.1%
Mexico4,8984.7%
Moldova330.0%
Morocco730.1%
Nepal2080.2%
Netherlands1090.1%
Nicaragua4820.5%
Northern Africa6980.7%
Northern Europe9570.9%
Oceania1,2071.2%
Pakistan790.1%
Panama260.0%
Peru1,0191.0%
Philippines2,9952.9%
Poland1690.2%
Portugal1150.1%
Romania1480.1%
Russia4810.5%
Saudi Arabia400.0%
Scotland320.0%
Singapore1400.1%
South Africa430.0%
South America2,3052.2%
South Central Asia3,9803.8%
South Eastern Asia4,2624.1%
Southern Europe5840.6%
Spain1520.2%
Sudan450.0%
Sweden810.1%
Switzerland270.0%
Syria150.0%
Taiwan1,2991.3%
Thailand590.1%
Turkey950.1%
Ukraine1980.2%
Uruguay590.1%
Venezuela620.1%
Vietnam4490.4%
Western Africa540.1%
Western Asia6770.6%
Western Europe7800.7%
Zimbabwe100.0%
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Sex and Age in San Mateo

Sex and Age in San Mateo

The most populous age groups in San Mateo are 30 to 34 Years (5,619 | 10.8%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (4,616 | 8.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in San Mateo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,364 (6.5%)2,836 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Years2,730 (5.2%)2,724 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Years2,983 (5.7%)2,890 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Years2,261 (4.3%)2,356 (4.5%)
20 to 24 Years3,108 (6.0%)2,464 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Years4,199 (8.1%)3,959 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Years5,619 (10.8%)4,616 (8.8%)
35 to 39 Years5,029 (9.7%)4,370 (8.4%)
40 to 44 Years2,972 (5.7%)3,518 (6.7%)
45 to 49 Years3,552 (6.8%)3,111 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years3,033 (5.8%)3,147 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years3,077 (5.9%)3,381 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years2,942 (5.7%)2,872 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years2,408 (4.6%)2,267 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years1,717 (3.3%)2,413 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years1,008 (1.9%)1,813 (3.5%)
80 to 84 Years946 (1.8%)1,491 (2.9%)
85 Years and over1,050 (2.0%)1,939 (3.7%)
Total51,998 (100.0%)52,167 (100.0%)

Families and Households in San Mateo

Median Family Size in San Mateo

The median family size in San Mateo is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (3,485 | 13.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.28 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,814 | 7.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.81 persons per family.
Median Family Size in San Mateo
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple19,706 (78.8%)3.21
Single Male/Father1,814 (7.2%)2.81
Single Female/Mother3,485 (13.9%)3.28
Total Families25,005 (100.0%)3.19

Median Household Size in San Mateo

The median household size in San Mateo is 2.56 persons per household, with single female/mother households (3,485 | 8.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.61 persons per household. non-family households (14,911 | 37.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
Median Household Size in San Mateo
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple19,706 (49.4%)3.26
Single Male/Father1,814 (4.5%)3.07
Single Female/Mother3,485 (8.7%)3.61
Non-family14,911 (37.4%)1.33
Total Households39,916 (100.0%)2.56

Household Size by Marriage Status in San Mateo

Out of a total of 39,916 households in San Mateo, 25,005 (62.6%) are family households, while 14,911 (37.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 10,378, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 11,633.
Household Size by Marriage Status in San Mateo
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-11,633 (29.1%)
2-Person Households10,378 (26.0%)2,735 (6.9%)
3-Person Households6,166 (15.4%)359 (0.9%)
4-Person Households5,496 (13.8%)75 (0.2%)
5-Person Households1,738 (4.3%)67 (0.2%)
6-Person Households776 (1.9%)42 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households451 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total25,005 (62.6%)14,911 (37.4%)

Female Fertility in San Mateo

Fertility by Age in San Mateo

Average fertility rate in San Mateo is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 59.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in San Mateo
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years10 (0.6%)4.0
20 to 34 years934 (59.6%)85.0
35 to 50 years624 (39.8%)54.0
Total1,568 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in San Mateo

90.6% of women with births (1,568) in San Mateo are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 7.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in San Mateo
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years868 (92.9%)66 (7.1%)
35 to 50 years552 (88.5%)72 (11.5%)
Total1,421 (90.6%)147 (9.4%)

Fertility by Education in San Mateo

Average fertility rate in San Mateo is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 113.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 50.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in San Mateo
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School106 (6.8%)35.0
High School Diploma99 (6.3%)44.0
College or Associate's Degree120 (7.6%)27.0
Bachelor's Degree449 (28.6%)54.0
Graduate Degree794 (50.6%)113.0
Total1,568 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in San Mateo

9.4% of women with births in San Mateo are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 97.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 51.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in San Mateo
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School82 (77.4%)24 (22.6%)
High School Diploma48 (48.5%)51 (51.5%)
College or Associate's Degree108 (90.0%)12 (10.0%)
Bachelor's Degree437 (97.3%)12 (2.7%)
Graduate Degree745 (93.8%)49 (6.2%)
Total1,421 (90.6%)147 (9.4%)

Income in San Mateo

Income Overview in San Mateo

Per Capita Income in San Mateo is $78,990, while median incomes of families and households are $182,227 and $149,152 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income104,165$78,990
Median Family Income25,005$182,227
Mean Family Income25,005$236,395
Median Household Income39,916$149,152
Mean Household Income39,916$201,146
Income Deficit25,005$11,079
Wage / Income Gap (%)104,16520.17%
Wage / Income Gap ($)104,16579.83¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index104,1650.47

Earnings by Sex in San Mateo

Average Earnings in San Mateo are $80,498, $90,459 for men and $72,211 for women, a difference of 20.2%.
Earnings by Sex in San Mateo
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male33,955 (54.7%)$90,459
Female28,153 (45.3%)$72,211
Total62,108 (100.0%)$80,498

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in San Mateo

The most common earnings brackets in San Mateo are $100,000+ for men (15,937 | 46.9%) and $100,000+ for women (10,067 | 35.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in San Mateo
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less982 (2.9%)1,263 (4.5%)
$2,500 to $4,999672 (2.0%)582 (2.1%)
$5,000 to $7,499676 (2.0%)1,060 (3.8%)
$7,500 to $9,999534 (1.6%)574 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499512 (1.5%)876 (3.1%)
$12,500 to $14,999657 (1.9%)535 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $17,499436 (1.3%)780 (2.8%)
$17,500 to $19,999323 (0.9%)346 (1.2%)
$20,000 to $22,499445 (1.3%)323 (1.1%)
$22,500 to $24,999969 (2.9%)671 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,101 (3.2%)687 (2.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,366 (4.0%)1,054 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999718 (2.1%)595 (2.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,148 (3.4%)671 (2.4%)
$45,000 to $49,999860 (2.5%)837 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999754 (2.2%)743 (2.6%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,534 (4.5%)1,453 (5.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,334 (3.9%)1,347 (4.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,997 (8.8%)3,689 (13.1%)
$100,000+15,937 (46.9%)10,067 (35.8%)
Total33,955 (100.0%)28,153 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in San Mateo

Average earnings in San Mateo are $106,132 for men and $80,573 for women, a difference of 24.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $173,929, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,179. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $123,807, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,737.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in San Mateo
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,179$11,737
High School Diploma$55,000$38,370
College or Associate's Degree$64,611$51,442
Bachelor's Degree$127,374$86,760
Graduate Degree$173,929$123,807
Total$106,132$80,573

Family Income in San Mateo

Family Income Brackets in San Mateo

According to the San Mateo family income data, there are 11,152 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 44.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 150 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in San Mateo
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004001.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991500.6%
$15,000 to $24,9998253.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996252.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991,2755.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991,6006.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991,6506.6%
$100,000 to $149,9993,82615.3%
$150,000 to $199,9993,50114.0%
$200,000+11,15244.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in San Mateo

4-person families (5,508 | 22.0%) account for the highest median family income in San Mateo with $236,773 per family, while 2-person families (11,212 | 44.8%) have the highest median income of $73,296 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in San Mateo
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families11,212 (44.8%)$146,593
3-Person Families5,770 (23.1%)$197,054
4-Person Families5,508 (22.0%)$236,773
5-Person Families1,584 (6.3%)$184,737
6-Person Families583 (2.3%)$176,917
7+ Person Families348 (1.4%)$152,115
Total25,005 (100.0%)$182,227

Family Income by Number of Earners in San Mateo

The median family income in San Mateo is $182,227, with families comprising 2 earners (12,249) having the highest median family income of $231,722, while families with no earners (2,467) have the lowest median family income of $79,158, accounting for 49.0% and 9.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in San Mateo
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2,467 (9.9%)$79,158
1 Earner6,850 (27.4%)$132,802
2 Earners12,249 (49.0%)$231,722
3+ Earners3,439 (13.8%)$189,654
Total25,005 (100.0%)$182,227

Household Income in San Mateo

Household Income Brackets in San Mateo

With 14,490 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in San Mateo, accounting for 36.3% of all households. In contrast, only 599 households (1.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in San Mateo
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,2773.2%
$10,000 to $14,9995991.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991,3973.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991,3173.3%
$35,000 to $49,9992,5156.3%
$50,000 to $74,9993,4338.6%
$75,000 to $99,9993,1938.0%
$100,000 to $149,9996,30715.8%
$150,000 to $199,9995,34913.4%
$200,000+14,49036.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in San Mateo

The median household income in San Mateo is $149,152, with the highest median household income of $189,502 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 15,633 households (39.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $55,237, with 857 households (2.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in San Mateo
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years857 (2.1%)$55,237
25 to 44 Years15,633 (39.2%)$189,502
45 to 64 Years13,297 (33.3%)$164,714
65+ Years10,129 (25.4%)$82,364
Total39,916 (100.0%)$149,152

Poverty in San Mateo

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in San Mateo

With 6.1% poverty level for males and 8.5% for females among the residents of San Mateo, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 137 males (12.9%) and 154 females (16.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in San Mateo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years201 (6.0%)192 (6.8%)
5 Years19 (4.9%)50 (9.4%)
6 to 11 Years133 (3.8%)144 (4.5%)
12 to 14 Years194 (12.1%)165 (9.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)25 (5.2%)
16 and 17 Years137 (12.9%)154 (16.5%)
18 to 24 Years387 (10.1%)546 (16.1%)
25 to 34 Years433 (4.4%)493 (5.8%)
35 to 44 Years297 (3.7%)696 (8.8%)
45 to 54 Years304 (4.6%)398 (6.4%)
55 to 64 Years345 (5.7%)382 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years329 (8.0%)515 (11.0%)
75 Years and over361 (12.3%)633 (12.4%)
Total3,140 (6.1%)4,393 (8.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in San Mateo

According to the poverty statistics in San Mateo, males aged 15 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 95.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in San Mateo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,145 (94.0%)2,618 (93.2%)
5 Years371 (95.1%)481 (90.6%)
6 to 11 Years3,403 (96.2%)3,054 (95.5%)
12 to 14 Years1,412 (87.9%)1,609 (90.7%)
15 Years448 (100.0%)457 (94.8%)
16 and 17 Years925 (87.1%)782 (83.6%)
18 to 24 Years3,464 (89.9%)2,855 (84.0%)
25 to 34 Years9,385 (95.6%)8,081 (94.3%)
35 to 44 Years7,693 (96.3%)7,192 (91.2%)
45 to 54 Years6,264 (95.4%)5,860 (93.6%)
55 to 64 Years5,665 (94.3%)5,856 (93.9%)
65 to 74 Years3,770 (92.0%)4,157 (89.0%)
75 Years and over2,578 (87.7%)4,469 (87.6%)
Total48,523 (93.9%)47,471 (91.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in San Mateo

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in San Mateo show that 2.9% or 575 of the total 19,706 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 54.9%, comprising of 28 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.6%, which includes 209 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in San Mateo
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children10,747 (97.1%)318 (2.9%)
1 or 2 Children7,695 (97.4%)209 (2.6%)
3 or 4 Children666 (97.1%)20 (2.9%)
5 or more Children23 (45.1%)28 (54.9%)
Total19,131 (97.1%)575 (2.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in San Mateo

According to the poverty data in San Mateo, 9.0% or 163 single-father households and 10.2% or 354 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (46.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 126 households (48.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in San Mateo
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children103 (10.9%)71 (4.0%)
1 or 2 Children17 (2.2%)157 (11.0%)
3 or 4 Children43 (46.2%)126 (48.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total163 (9.0%)354 (10.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in San Mateo

The poverty data for San Mateo shows that 575 of the married-couple family households (2.9%) and 517 of the single-parent households (9.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (54.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 169 household (47.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in San Mateo
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children318 (2.9%)174 (6.4%)
1 or 2 Children209 (2.6%)174 (7.9%)
3 or 4 Children20 (2.9%)169 (47.7%)
5 or more Children28 (54.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total575 (2.9%)517 (9.8%)

Employment Characteristics in San Mateo

Employment by Class of Employer in San Mateo

Among the 56,127 employed individuals in San Mateo, private company employees (41,031 | 73.1%), not-for-profit organizations (4,097 | 7.3%), and local government employees (3,816 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in San Mateo
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees41,03173.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,0663.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3,3876.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations4,0977.3%
Local Government Employees3,8166.8%
State Government Employees9891.8%
Federal Government Employees6111.1%
Unpaid Family Workers1300.2%
Total56,127100.0%

Employment Status by Age in San Mateo

According to the labor force statistics for San Mateo, out of the total population over 16 years of age (85,707), 70.1% or 60,081 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 2,824 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 91.3% or 7,448 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.4% or 212 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in San Mateo
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,290 (35.0%)212 (16.4%)
20 to 24 Years4,146 (74.4%)357 (8.6%)
25 to 29 Years7,448 (91.3%)283 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years9,171 (89.6%)385 (4.2%)
35 to 44 Years13,823 (87.0%)553 (4.0%)
45 to 54 Years11,071 (86.2%)465 (4.2%)
55 to 59 Years5,276 (81.7%)311 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years4,262 (73.3%)170 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years3,082 (35.0%)114 (3.7%)
75 Years and over544 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total60,081 (70.1%)2,824 (4.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in San Mateo

According to labor force statistics for San Mateo, 86.0% of individuals (51,081) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (59,397) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 2,196 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 88.4% or 32,727 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.6% or 327 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in San Mateo
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3,592 (81.7%)268 (6.1%)
High School Diploma4,956 (78.0%)419 (6.6%)
College / Associate Degree9,777 (84.1%)651 (5.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher32,727 (88.4%)1,222 (3.3%)
Total51,081 (86.0%)2,554 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in San Mateo

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in San Mateo are Computers, Engineering & Science (10,248 | 17.9%), Management (9,542 | 16.7%), Computers & Mathematics (6,575 | 11.5%), Community & Social Service (5,829 | 10.2%), and Business & Financial (4,572 | 8.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in San Mateo

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in San Mateo, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (77.8%), Computers & Mathematics (74.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (69.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (67.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (65.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (64.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in San Mateo
OccupationMaleFemale
Management5,459 (57.2%)4,083 (42.8%)
Business & Financial1,758 (38.5%)2,814 (61.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7,154 (69.8%)3,094 (30.2%)
Computers & Mathematics4,885 (74.3%)1,690 (25.7%)
Architecture & Engineering1,440 (77.8%)411 (22.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science829 (45.5%)993 (54.5%)
Community & Social Service 2,429 (41.7%)3,400 (58.3%)
Education, Arts & Media373 (51.0%)358 (49.0%)
Legal Services & Support400 (47.7%)438 (52.3%)
Education Instruction & Library969 (35.3%)1,774 (64.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment687 (45.3%)830 (54.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,143 (34.9%)2,134 (65.1%)
Health Technologists791 (32.8%)1,624 (67.2%)
Total (Category)17,943 (53.6%)15,525 (46.4%)
Total (Overall)31,561 (55.1%)25,698 (44.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in San Mateo are Food Preparation & Serving (2,333 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,900 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (1,598 | 2.8%), Healthcare Support (1,310 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (494 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in San Mateo

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in San Mateo, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (94.2%), Security & Protection (91.1%), and Law Enforcement (86.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (83.4%), Personal Care & Service (71.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (49.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in San Mateo
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support217 (16.6%)1,093 (83.4%)
Security & Protection450 (91.1%)44 (8.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention277 (94.2%)17 (5.8%)
Law Enforcement173 (86.5%)27 (13.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,427 (61.2%)906 (38.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance957 (50.4%)943 (49.6%)
Personal Care & Service460 (28.8%)1,138 (71.2%)
Total (Category)3,511 (46.0%)4,124 (54.0%)
Total (Overall)31,561 (55.1%)25,698 (44.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in San Mateo are Sales & Related (4,515 | 7.9%), and Office & Administration (4,504 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in San Mateo

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in San Mateo
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,681 (59.4%)1,834 (40.6%)
Office & Administration1,311 (29.1%)3,193 (70.9%)
Total (Category)3,992 (44.3%)5,027 (55.7%)
Total (Overall)31,561 (55.1%)25,698 (44.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in San Mateo are Construction & Extraction (1,982 | 3.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,152 | 2.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (313 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in San Mateo

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in San Mateo
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry313 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,982 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3,447 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)31,561 (55.1%)25,698 (44.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in San Mateo are Production (1,307 | 2.3%), Transportation (1,281 | 2.2%), and Material Moving (1,102 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in San Mateo

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in San Mateo
OccupationMaleFemale
Production890 (68.1%)417 (31.9%)
Transportation1,063 (83.0%)218 (17.0%)
Material Moving715 (64.9%)387 (35.1%)
Total (Category)2,668 (72.3%)1,022 (27.7%)
Total (Overall)31,561 (55.1%)25,698 (44.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in San Mateo

Employment Industries in San Mateo

The major employment industries in San Mateo include Professional & Scientific (11,549 | 20.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (6,515 | 11.4%), Retail Trade (4,714 | 8.2%), Manufacturing (4,500 | 7.9%), and Educational Services (4,402 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in San Mateo

Employment Industries by Sex in San Mateo

The San Mateo industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (90.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (90.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (71.0%), Educational Services (61.1%), and Public Administration (56.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in San Mateo
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting190 (90.0%)21 (10.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction2,572 (90.3%)276 (9.7%)
Manufacturing2,646 (58.8%)1,854 (41.2%)
Wholesale Trade923 (74.4%)318 (25.6%)
Retail Trade2,825 (59.9%)1,889 (40.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,713 (70.5%)716 (29.5%)
Utilities195 (84.1%)37 (16.0%)
Information1,974 (56.6%)1,514 (43.4%)
Finance & Insurance1,887 (59.2%)1,301 (40.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing723 (67.1%)355 (32.9%)
Professional & Scientific6,712 (58.1%)4,837 (41.9%)
Enterprise Management85 (48.6%)90 (51.4%)
Administrative & Support1,470 (54.9%)1,205 (45.1%)
Educational Services1,713 (38.9%)2,689 (61.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,892 (29.0%)4,623 (71.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation692 (64.5%)380 (35.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,562 (55.9%)1,232 (44.1%)
Public Administration679 (43.5%)881 (56.5%)
Total31,561 (55.1%)25,698 (44.9%)

Education in San Mateo

School Enrollment in San Mateo

The most common levels of schooling among the 23,071 students in San Mateo are college / undergraduate (5,541 | 24.0%), elementary school (4,565 | 19.8%), and high school (4,451 | 19.3%).
School Enrollment in San Mateo
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,4836.4%
Kindergarten9314.0%
Elementary School4,56519.8%
Middle School4,41919.2%
High School4,45119.3%
College / Undergraduate5,54124.0%
Graduate / Professional1,6817.3%
Total23,071100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in San Mateo

Out of a total of 23,071 students who are enrolled in schools in San Mateo, 4,983 (21.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 18,088 (78.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 790 (61.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,543 (87.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in San Mateo
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds493 (38.4%)790 (61.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old4,076 (78.3%)1,127 (21.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds4,550 (80.2%)1,126 (19.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2,543 (87.2%)375 (12.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,053 (84.5%)193 (15.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds2,237 (86.2%)357 (13.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1,919 (79.4%)499 (20.6%)
35 Years and over1,222 (70.5%)511 (29.5%)
Total18,088 (78.4%)4,983 (21.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in San Mateo

Business (8,335 | 17.3%), engineering (6,601 | 13.7%), social sciences (5,610 | 11.7%), computers & mathematics (4,647 | 9.7%), and bio, nature & agricultural (3,693 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 48,141 individuals in San Mateo who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in San Mateo
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics4,6479.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3,6937.7%
Physical & Health Sciences1,8853.9%
Psychology2,4505.1%
Social Sciences5,61011.7%
Engineering6,60113.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies5501.1%
Science & Technology2,8846.0%
Business8,33517.3%
Education2,1194.4%
Literature & Languages2,3024.8%
Liberal Arts & History1,9654.1%
Visual & Performing Arts1,9274.0%
Communications1,8623.9%
Arts & Humanities1,3112.7%
Total48,141100.0%

Transportation & Commute in San Mateo

Vehicle Availability by Sex in San Mateo

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in San Mateo are males with 2 vehicles (13,376, accounting for 43.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (10,233, making up 53.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in San Mateo
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle849 (2.8%)743 (3.0%)
1 Vehicle7,538 (24.4%)6,925 (27.9%)
2 Vehicles13,376 (43.3%)10,233 (41.2%)
3 Vehicles5,314 (17.2%)3,766 (15.2%)
4 Vehicles2,780 (9.0%)2,368 (9.5%)
5 or more Vehicles1,046 (3.4%)811 (3.3%)
Total30,903 (100.0%)24,846 (100.0%)

Commute Time in San Mateo

The most frequently occuring commute durations in San Mateo are 15 to 19 minutes (6,420 commuters, 14.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (6,191 commuters, 13.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (6,012 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in San Mateo
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5331.2%
5 to 9 Minutes3,2337.2%
10 to 14 Minutes5,95213.2%
15 to 19 Minutes6,42014.3%
20 to 24 Minutes6,19113.8%
25 to 29 Minutes2,5575.7%
30 to 34 Minutes6,01213.4%
35 to 39 Minutes1,4503.2%
40 to 44 Minutes2,8956.4%
45 to 59 Minutes5,13611.4%
60 to 89 Minutes3,6728.2%
90 or more Minutes9342.1%

Commute Time by Sex in San Mateo

The most common commute times in San Mateo are 20 to 24 minutes (3,863 commuters, 15.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (3,113 commuters, 16.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in San Mateo
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes308 (1.2%)225 (1.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,702 (6.7%)1,531 (7.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,839 (11.1%)3,113 (16.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes3,404 (13.3%)3,016 (15.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes3,863 (15.1%)2,328 (12.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,445 (5.7%)1,112 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes3,587 (14.1%)2,425 (12.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes896 (3.5%)554 (2.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes1,706 (6.7%)1,189 (6.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes3,204 (12.6%)1,932 (9.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes2,031 (8.0%)1,641 (8.4%)
90 or more Minutes537 (2.1%)397 (2.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in San Mateo

The most frequent times of departure to work in San Mateo are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (4,460, 17.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (3,839, 19.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in San Mateo
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM751 (2.9%)303 (1.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM534 (2.1%)133 (0.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM905 (3.5%)309 (1.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,465 (5.7%)849 (4.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,632 (6.4%)1,132 (5.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM2,813 (11.0%)2,312 (11.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM3,316 (13.0%)3,133 (16.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4,460 (17.5%)3,839 (19.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2,279 (8.9%)2,226 (11.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM3,865 (15.1%)2,547 (13.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM921 (3.6%)1,074 (5.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM564 (2.2%)376 (1.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM828 (3.2%)613 (3.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,189 (4.7%)617 (3.2%)
Total25,522 (100.0%)19,463 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in San Mateo

Occupancy by Ownership in San Mateo

Of the total 39,916 dwellings in San Mateo, owner-occupied units account for 20,579 (51.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 19,337 (48.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in San Mateo
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units20,57951.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units19,33748.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units39,916100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in San Mateo

Occupancy by Household Size in San Mateo
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household11,63329.1%
2-Person Household13,11332.9%
3-Person Household6,52516.4%
4+ Person Household8,64521.7%
Total Housing Units39,916100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in San Mateo

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in San Mateo
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household5,422 (46.6%)6,211 (53.4%)
2-Person Household6,485 (49.4%)6,628 (50.5%)
3-Person Household3,548 (54.4%)2,977 (45.6%)
4+ Person Household5,124 (59.3%)3,521 (40.7%)
Total Housing Units20,579 (51.6%)19,337 (48.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in San Mateo

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in San Mateo
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School905 (36.6%)1,566 (63.4%)
High School Diploma1,946 (46.4%)2,246 (53.6%)
College/Associate Degree4,069 (49.8%)4,094 (50.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13,659 (54.4%)11,431 (45.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in San Mateo

Occupancy by Age of Householder in San Mateo
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8,65021.7%
35 to 44 Years7,84019.6%
45 to 54 Years6,75816.9%
55 to 64 Years6,53916.4%
65 to 74 Years4,98712.5%
75 to 84 Years3,2438.1%
85 Years and Over1,8994.8%
Total39,916100.0%

Housing Finances in San Mateo

Median Income by Occupancy in San Mateo

Median Income by Occupancy in San Mateo
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied20,579 (51.6%)$177,686
Renter-Occupied19,337 (48.4%)$127,025
Average39,916 (100.0%)$149,152

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in San Mateo

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in San Mateo
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000320 (1.5%)545 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999120 (0.6%)294 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999244 (1.2%)365 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99985 (0.4%)299 (1.5%)
$20,000 to $24,999289 (1.4%)722 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999620 (3.0%)696 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,004 (4.9%)1,514 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,695 (8.2%)1,743 (9.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,410 (6.9%)1,791 (9.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,158 (15.3%)3,139 (16.2%)
$150,000 or more11,634 (56.5%)8,229 (42.6%)
Total20,579 (100.0%)19,337 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in San Mateo

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in San Mateo
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300198 (1.0%)102 (0.5%)
$300 to $499531 (2.6%)182 (0.9%)
$500 to $7991,726 (8.4%)225 (1.2%)
$800 to $9991,207 (5.9%)117 (0.6%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,661 (8.1%)1,118 (5.8%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,346 (6.5%)1,865 (9.6%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,557 (7.6%)2,929 (15.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,619 (7.9%)3,164 (16.4%)
$3,000 or more10,734 (52.2%)9,339 (48.3%)
Total20,579 (100.0%)19,337 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in San Mateo

Housing Structures in San Mateo

Housing Structures in San Mateo
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached17,36243.5%
Single Unit, Attached4,00310.0%
2 Unit Apartments7701.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,8324.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3,1037.8%
10 or more Apartments12,71931.9%
Mobile Home / Other1270.3%
Total39,916100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in San Mateo

Housing Structures by Occupancy in San Mateo
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached14,287 (82.3%)3,075 (17.7%)
Single Unit, Attached2,206 (55.1%)1,797 (44.9%)
2 Unit Apartments139 (18.0%)631 (82.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments388 (21.2%)1,444 (78.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments394 (12.7%)2,709 (87.3%)
10 or more Apartments3,103 (24.4%)9,616 (75.6%)
Mobile Home / Other62 (48.8%)65 (51.2%)
Total20,579 (51.6%)19,337 (48.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in San Mateo

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in San Mateo
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room259 (1.3%)2,133 (11.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms1,560 (7.6%)7,249 (37.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms7,254 (35.2%)6,952 (35.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms7,326 (35.6%)2,324 (12.0%)
8 or more Rooms4,180 (20.3%)679 (3.5%)
Total20,579 (100.0%)19,337 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in San Mateo

Housing Structure by Heating Type in San Mateo
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas14,497 (70.5%)8,492 (43.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas496 (2.4%)388 (2.0%)
Electricity5,178 (25.2%)9,445 (48.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene19 (0.1%)86 (0.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels163 (0.8%)114 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used226 (1.1%)812 (4.2%)
Total20,579 (100.0%)19,337 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in San Mateo

Household Vehicle Usage in San Mateo
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle887 (4.3%)1,586 (8.2%)
1 Vehicle5,871 (28.5%)8,952 (46.3%)
2 Vehicles8,661 (42.1%)6,735 (34.8%)
3 or more Vehicles5,160 (25.1%)2,064 (10.7%)
Total20,579 (100.0%)19,337 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in San Mateo

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in San Mateo

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6,37314,206
Median Property Value$1,419,900$1,546,300
Median Household Income$112,219$9,273
Monthly Housing Costs$945$10,607
Real Estate Taxes$5,806$84

Property Value by Mortgage Status in San Mateo

Property Value by Mortgage Status in San Mateo
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000104 (1.6%)58 (0.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99972 (1.1%)27 (0.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99988 (1.4%)123 (0.9%)
$300,000 to $499,999157 (2.5%)202 (1.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999535 (8.4%)760 (5.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999624 (9.8%)1,858 (13.1%)
$1,000,000 or more4,793 (75.2%)11,178 (78.7%)
Total6,373 (100.0%)14,206 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in San Mateo

Household Income by Mortgage Status in San Mateo
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000259 (4.1%)187 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999499 (7.8%)181 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999215 (3.4%)119 (0.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999402 (6.3%)405 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999888 (13.9%)602 (4.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999600 (9.4%)807 (5.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,149 (18.0%)810 (5.7%)
$150,000 or more2,361 (37.0%)2,009 (14.1%)
Total6,373 (100.0%)14,206 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in San Mateo

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in San Mateo
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x314 (4.9%)206,782 (1,455.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x275 (4.3%)392 (2.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x368 (5.8%)828 (5.8%)
4.0x or more5,320 (83.5%)1,621 (11.4%)
Total6,373 (100.0%)14,206 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in San Mateo

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in San Mateo
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80086 (1.3%)43 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,499177 (2.8%)65 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,4995,922 (92.9%)64 (0.4%)
Total6,373 (100.0%)14,206 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in San Mateo

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in San Mateo

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in San Mateo
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years7,058 (99.1%)63 (0.9%)
6 to 18 Years14,165 (98.0%)289 (2.0%)
19 to 25 Years6,709 (91.6%)617 (8.4%)
26 to 34 Years16,496 (95.9%)701 (4.1%)
35 to 44 Years15,079 (95.0%)799 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years12,356 (96.3%)470 (3.7%)
55 to 64 Years11,667 (95.3%)581 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years8,732 (99.6%)39 (0.4%)
75 Years and older8,030 (99.9%)11 (0.1%)
Total100,292 (96.6%)3,570 (3.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in San Mateo

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in San Mateo
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born7,058 (99.1%)63 (0.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen14,165 (98.0%)289 (2.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6,709 (91.6%)617 (8.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in San Mateo

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in San Mateo
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0004,794 (89.0%)591 (11.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9997,488 (92.0%)648 (8.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,852 (97.2%)198 (2.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,561 (93.8%)435 (6.2%)
$100,000 and over72,986 (97.8%)1,653 (2.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in San Mateo

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in San Mateo
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,348 (18.9%)5,995 (84.2%)
6 to 18 Years3,142 (21.7%)11,549 (79.9%)
19 to 25 Years1,364 (18.6%)5,479 (74.8%)
25 to 34 Years1,821 (10.6%)14,991 (87.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,508 (9.5%)13,722 (86.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,469 (11.5%)11,224 (87.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,695 (13.8%)10,413 (85.0%)
65 to 74 Years7,882 (89.9%)5,239 (59.7%)
75 Years and over7,927 (98.6%)4,941 (61.5%)
Total28,156 (27.1%)83,553 (80.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in San Mateo

Disability Status by Sex by Age in San Mateo
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years49 (1.5%)10 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years439 (6.1%)357 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years516 (3.8%)570 (4.8%)
35 to 64 Years924 (4.5%)1,528 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years817 (19.9%)987 (21.1%)
75 Years and over1,175 (40.0%)2,547 (49.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in San Mateo

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in San Mateo: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years49 (1.5%)10 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years24 (0.3%)26 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years61 (0.4%)21 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years297 (1.4%)377 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years240 (5.9%)203 (4.3%)
75 Years and over613 (20.9%)989 (19.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in San Mateo: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years151 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (0.2%)87 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years92 (0.4%)286 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years49 (1.2%)68 (1.5%)
75 Years and over220 (7.5%)659 (12.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in San Mateo: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years286 (4.0%)315 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years319 (2.3%)334 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years364 (1.8%)602 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years171 (4.2%)454 (9.7%)
75 Years and over382 (13.0%)666 (13.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in San Mateo: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (0.2%)16 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years103 (0.7%)120 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years245 (1.2%)573 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years393 (9.6%)705 (15.1%)
75 Years and over753 (25.6%)1,644 (32.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in San Mateo: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (0.2%)27 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years88 (0.6%)86 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years58 (0.3%)222 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years136 (3.3%)287 (6.1%)
75 Years and over396 (13.5%)946 (18.5%)

Technology Access in San Mateo

Computing Device Access in San Mateo

Computing Device Access in San Mateo
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop35,97090.1%
Smartphone37,40993.7%
Tablet29,42773.7%
No Computing Device9682.4%
Total39,916100.0%

Internet Access in San Mateo

Internet Access in San Mateo
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1090.3%
Broadband Home34,17785.6%
Cellular Data Only3,0657.7%
Satellite Internet2,1995.5%
No Internet1,9955.0%
Total39,916100.0%

San Mateo Summary

San Mateo is a city located in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. It is the county seat of San Mateo County and is situated between the cities of San Francisco and San Jose. The city has a population of approximately 103,000 people and is part of the larger San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont metropolitan area.

History

The area that is now San Mateo was originally inhabited by the Ohlone people, who were the first inhabitants of the San Francisco Bay Area. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1776, when the Spanish established a mission in the area. The mission was named after Saint Matthew, and the area became known as San Mateo.
In 1856, the county of San Mateo was established, and the city of San Mateo was incorporated in 1894. The city grew rapidly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and by the 1950s it had become a major suburban center.

Geography

San Mateo is located in the San Francisco Bay Area of California, about 20 miles south of San Francisco and 30 miles north of San Jose. The city is situated on the San Francisco Peninsula, between the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
The city has a total area of 22.2 square miles, of which 21.2 square miles is land and 1.0 square mile is water. The city is located at an elevation of 52 feet above sea level.

Economy

San Mateo is a major economic center in the San Francisco Bay Area. The city is home to a number of major corporations, including Oracle, Visa, and Sony. The city is also home to a number of smaller businesses, including tech startups, restaurants, and retail stores.
The city’s economy is also supported by its proximity to San Francisco and Silicon Valley. Many people who work in San Francisco and Silicon Valley live in San Mateo, and the city is home to a number of commuters who travel to and from the two cities for work.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of San Mateo was 103,536. The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 11.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 24.3% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 3.3% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.2% of the population.
The median household income in San Mateo was $90,837 in 2019, and the median home value was $1,092,000. The city has a high cost of living, with the median rent for a two-bedroom apartment being $3,400 in 2019.
San Mateo is a diverse city, with a variety of cultures and backgrounds represented. The city is home to a large Asian population, with the largest ethnic groups being Chinese, Filipino, and Indian. The city also has a large Hispanic population, with the largest ethnic groups being Mexican, Salvadoran, and Guatemalan.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of San Mateo?
Total Population of San Mateo is 104,165.
What is the Total Male Population of San Mateo?
Total Male Population of San Mateo is 51,998.
What is the Total Female Population of San Mateo?
Total Female Population of San Mateo is 52,167.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in San Mateo?
There are 99.68 Males per 100 Females in San Mateo.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in San Mateo?
There are 100.33 Females per 100 Males in San Mateo.
What is the Median Population Age in San Mateo?
Median Population Age in San Mateo is 38.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in San Mateo
Average Family Size in San Mateo is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in San Mateo
Average Household Size in San Mateo is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in San Mateo?
Per Capita income in San Mateo is $78,990.
What is the Median Family Income in San Mateo?
Median Family Income in San Mateo is $182,227.
What is the Median Household income in San Mateo?
Median Household Income in San Mateo is $149,152.
What is Income or Wage Gap in San Mateo?
Income or Wage Gap in San Mateo is 20.2%.
Women in San Mateo earn 79.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in San Mateo?
Family Income Deficit in San Mateo is $11,079.
Families that are below poverty line in San Mateo earn $11,079 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in San Mateo?
Inequality or Gini Index in San Mateo is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in San Mateo?
There are 60,081 People in the Labor Forcein in San Mateo.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in San Mateo?
70.1% of People are in the Labor Force in San Mateo.
What is the Unemployment Rate in San Mateo?
Unemployment Rate in San Mateo is 4.7%.