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Santa Clara is a city located in Santa Clara County in the U.S. state of California. As of 2020, the population of Santa Clara was 129,488 according to the Wikipedia page on Santa Clara. It is part of the San Jose metropolitan area and lies at the southern end of San Francisco Bay.

History

Santa Clara was founded in 1777 with the establishment of Mission Santa Clara de Asís, the eighth of 21 California missions. The city was later incorporated in 1852. For more information on the history of Santa Clara, visit the City of Santa Clara history page.

Some key moments in Santa Clara's history include:

Population

According to the 2020 Census, the population of Santa Clara is 129,488. This makes it the 248th most populous city in California.

Santa Clara has grown rapidly in recent decades. Here are some key population figures from past censuses:

The population is projected to continue growing in the coming years, likely surpassing 150,000 by 2030.

Economy

Santa Clara has a robust and thriving economy centered around the high-tech industry. Many major tech companies are headquartered in Santa Clara, including Intel, Nvidia, Applied Materials, Agilent Technologies, and more. The city is home to Silicon Valley's largest concentration of high-tech companies and innovation centers.

For more details on the major employers and industries in Santa Clara, visit the City of Santa Clara's page on major employers. Some of the top employers include:

In addition to tech, top industries in Santa Clara include:

Attractions

Santa Clara has many great attractions and things to do for visitors and residents alike. Popular attractions include:

In addition, Santa Clara has a vibrant performing arts scene, several museums, shopping centers, plenty of parks, and much more to enjoy.

Sports

Santa Clara is home to several professional and collegiate sports teams. The most notable team is the NFL's San Francisco 49ers, who play at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. Other teams include:

In addition, Levi's Stadium hosts the annual Pac-12 Football Championship Game and has hosted Super Bowl 50, the 2019 College Football Playoff National Championship, and other major sporting events.

Transportation

Santa Clara enjoys excellent transportation infrastructure, being located in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Air: Nearby airports include San Jose International Airport and San Francisco International Airport.

Public Transit: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) operates buses, light rail, and paratransit services in Santa Clara. Major transit hubs include the Santa Clara Transit Center and Great America Station.

Rail: Amtrak and Caltrain commuter rail have stations located in Santa Clara.

Highways: Key highways include US-101, I-880, SR-237, SR-82, and SR-87.

In 2016, Santa Clara received a Platinum ranking by the League of American Bicyclists, recognizing it as one of the most bicycle-friendly communities in the United States.

Education

Outstanding education options are available in Santa Clara for K-12 students as well as those pursuing higher education.

The primary public school district serving Santa Clara is the Santa Clara Unified School District, headquartered at 1889 Lawrence Road, Santa Clara, CA 95051. Phone: (408) 423-2000.

In addition, there are numerous private and charter school options. For higher education, Santa Clara is home to Santa Clara University, a top-ranked private Jesuit university.

County Information

Santa Clara is located in Santa Clara County in California. The county seat and largest city is San Jose.

Learn more about Santa Clara County at the official county website or visit the County Government Center at:

70 W Hedding St
San Jose, CA 95110
(408) 299-5001

Local Resources

Here are some additional useful local resources and websites for Santa Clara residents and visitors:

Santa Clara Landmarks

Here are some of the most famous landmarks in Santa Clara:

Levi's Stadium

4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 562-4949

Home stadium of the San Francisco 49ers NFL team. Opened in 2014 and hosted Super Bowl 50 in 2016.

Santa Clara University

500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053
(408) 554-4000

Private Jesuit university founded in 1851. Highly ranked for undergraduate education.

Mission Santa Clara de Asís

500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053
(408) 554-4023

Historical Spanish mission founded in 1777, the 8th of the 21 missions in California.




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