Santa Clara County's 2026 population is estimated at 1,984,701, reflecting a 1.49% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Santa Clara County is the 6th largest county in California. The 2010 population was 1,786,001 and has grown 11.13% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.1 years
Female: 39.2 years
Male: 37.1 years
There are 1,511,971 adults, (282,010 of whom are seniors) in Santa Clara County.
Female: 932,654 (49%)
Male: 969,393 (51%)
The racial composition of Santa Clara County includes 40.5% Asian, 29.87% White, 10.98% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Asian | 770,311 | 40.5% |
| White | 568,135 | 29.87% |
| Two or more races | 286,941 | 15.09% |
| Other race | 208,773 | 10.98% |
| Black or African American | 43,917 | 2.31% |
| Native American | 16,500 | 0.87% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 7,470 | 0.39% |
Santa Clara County 's average per capita income is $90,197. Household income levels show a median of $164,281. The poverty rate stands at 7.11%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $220,570 | $288,167 |
| Families | $187,890 | $254,457 |
| Households | $164,281 | $227,007 |
| Non Families | $103,902 | $151,487 |
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