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All About

Living in Redwood City, CA

Redwood City is a town in California with a population of approximately 84,000. The city's population, at an average age of just under 38, skews younger than most cities in California. In terms of housing, residents are fairly evenly split between owning (51%) and renting (49%) their residence despite paying substantially more per month in rent than the state average.

Redwood City has a large percentage of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 12% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Additionally, 17% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. Redwood City residents have a plethora of industries from which to choose, the most common four of which are scientific, retail, healthcare, and entertainment. Together, these industries make up 26% of the city's labor force. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's workers are in management, which ranks as the top career path in the city. Redwood City workers bring in an average annual income of just under $114K, around $28,000 more than the average California resident. Redwood City's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

Redwood City has an average commute time of about 28 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the most common means of commuting to work, opted for by 44% of workers, while public transit is used by just 3% of the city. Few residents (2%) commute to work on foot, though the number is greater than the national average.

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Redwood City

Nothing. It's where I live. That's all. The rest of what I like is that what is here is here, and not there. What all is all is that where I am is good.

Schools and grocery store are closed by. As well as fast food restaurants. Makes it easy for me to go for walk and enjoy sunny days

There is nice scenery. Stores accept ebt and food stamps,. There are parks in the neighborhood. There are also stores that have what I need and want.

It is very pet friendly, I feel safe walking around even at night. My neighbors all seem like very nice people. The houses are all very clean and nice, typical suburbs style.

The close proximity of free way is convenient. Close to local retailers and also like mostly residential.

To the park. To the stores. and restaurants. The malls movies etc. any lance that is fun. Like the beach

Who Lives Here

Redwood City Demographics

Education

High School

32%

Associate's

25%

Bachelor's

26%

Master's

14%

Doctorate

4%

Family Size

2 people

35%

3 people

26%

4 people

23%

5 people

10%

6+ people

6%

Household Income

0-50k

26%

50-100k

25%

100-150k

16%

150-200k

12%

200k+

21%

Age

0-10

13%

10-20

11%

20-45

38%

45-65

26%

65+

12%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Redwood City?

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23$2772$3258$4197$6110
Aug '23$2956$3264$4249$5786
Jul '23$2954$3370$4009$5462
Jun '23$3019$3425$4098$5646
May '23$2992$3390$4136$5829
Apr '23$2972$3333$4240$5829
Mar '23$2765$3092$4250$5799
Feb '23$2709$3087$4192$5939
Jan '23$2694$2877$4097$5739
Dec '22$2694$2882$4105$5799
Nov '22$2694$2976$4112$5857
Oct '22$2862$3147$4119$5916
Sep '22$3085$3272$4362$5975

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Redwood City

Redwood City Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

24%

15-30 Mins

38%

30-40 Mins

18%

40-60 Mins

13%

60+ Mins

7%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 7878

Walk Score®

Percentage: 7575

Bike Score®

Top Scores: Parks, Retail, Gas

Things To Do In Redwood City

Top Score

Parks

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Redwood City is prime for park lovers.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. Significantly more parks than average
  3. 9% more parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You can shop till you drop in Redwood City.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. Significantly more shops than average
  3. 32% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Filling stations in Redwood City are at full-throttle!

  1. A high number of gas stations per resident
  2. Significantly more gas stations than average
  3. A standard number of gas stations compared to areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are looking up, there's supermarkets to be found 'round here.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. Significantly more grocery stores than average
  3. 21% more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Happy hour starts at six around here.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. Significantly more bars and clubs than average
  3. A standard number of bars and clubs compared to areas of a similar size

Pet Services

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's pawsible that your pets will fall in love with Redwood City.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more pet facilities than average
  3. 21% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

More of a gem than germ, this Redwood City is not too bad for medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more medical facilities than average
  3. Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An average foodie scene: not too cold and not too hot.

  1. A high number of restaurants per resident
  2. Significantly more restaurants than average
  3. A standard number of restaurants compared to areas of a similar size

Coffee

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too cold, not too hot. An average town for coffee.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. Significantly more coffee shops than average
  3. 47% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Cardio is hale and hardy in Redwood City.

  1. A high number of gyms per resident
  2. Significantly more gyms than average
  3. 7% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's just about fine for fine art. An average score.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 49% more fine art centers than average
  3. 30% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Redwood City Education

Schools

Top Schools in Redwood City

6/10

Orion Alternative

Grades K-5 • Public

NRNo Rating

John Gill Elementary School

Public

NRNo Rating

Hawes Community School

Public

NRNo Rating

White Oaks Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

NRNo Rating

Fair Oaks Elementary School

Public

NRNo Rating

Arroyo Upper Elementary

Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Redwood City, CA

Redwood City is a town in California with a population of approximately 84,000. The city's population, at an average age of just under 38, skews younger than most cities in California. In terms of housing, residents are fairly evenly split between owning (51%) and renting (49%) their residence despite paying substantially more per month in rent than the state average.

Redwood City has a large percentage of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 12% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Additionally, 17% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. Redwood City residents have a plethora of industries from which to choose, the most common four of which are scientific, retail, healthcare, and entertainment. Together, these industries make up 26% of the city's labor force. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's workers are in management, which ranks as the top career path in the city. Redwood City workers bring in an average annual income of just under $114K, around $28,000 more than the average California resident. Redwood City's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

Redwood City has an average commute time of about 28 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the most common means of commuting to work, opted for by 44% of workers, while public transit is used by just 3% of the city. Few residents (2%) commute to work on foot, though the number is greater than the national average.