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Redwood City, CA

Redwood City is a city on the San Francisco Peninsula in Northern California's Bay Area, approximately 27 miles (43 km) south of San Francisco, and 24 miles (39 km) northwest of San Jose. Redwood City's history spans its earliest inhabitation by the Ohlone people to being a port for lumber and other goods. The county seat of San Mateo County in the heart of Silicon Valley, Redwood City is home to several global technology companies including Oracle, Electronic Arts, Evernote, Box, and Informatica. The city's population was 84,292 according to the 2020 census. The Port of Redwood City is the only deepwater port on San Francisco Bay south of San Francisco.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 34.7 square miles (90 km2), of which 19.4 square miles (50 km2) is land and 15.2 square miles (39 km2) (44.34%) is water. A major watercourse draining much of Redwood City is Redwood Creek, to which several significant river deltas connect, the largest of which is Westpoint Slough.

Redwood City stretches from the San Francisco Bay towards the Santa Cruz Mountains between San Carlos to the northwest and Atherton to the southeast with Woodside to the southwest. It is divided by Highway 101 and further inland El Camino Real on the northwest-southeast axis and Woodside Road on the north-northeast/south-southwest axis. Locally, the former two are regarded as north-south and the latter east/west, as 101 and El Camino connects Redwood City to San Francisco and San Jose and Woodside Road runs from San Francisco Bay to the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Neighborhoods include Bair Island to the northeast of Highway 101. The northern planned community of Redwood Shores, also to the northeast of Highway 101, is part of Redwood City, although it is not possible to travel by road from one to the other without passing through the neighboring city of San Carlos, or Belmont via San Mateo County. Stretching along Highway 101 to the southeast of Woodside Road is Friendly Acres, further inland and still to the southeast of Woodside Road are Redwood Village and then Redwood Oaks. Most neighborhoods are to the northwest of Woodside Road and southwest of Highway 101. Centennial, Downtown, and Stambaugh Heller are adjacent to 101. Next inland are Edgewood, Mt. Carmel, Central and Palm then Canyon, Eagle Hill, Roosevelt, and Woodside Plaza. The furthest inland is Farm Hills (or Farm Hill).

Neighborhoods associated with Redwood City but not part of the incorporated city include Emerald Lake Hills and Kensington Square inland and to the north and North Fair Oaks to the southeast. Palomar Park, just north of Emerald Hills and east of San Carlos' Crestview area, is another Redwood City neighborhood that is formally part of unincorporated San Mateo County. Although Redwood City has a large middle class, the southeastern section of Redwood City strongly resembles working-class North Fair Oaks in both demographic makeup and income level.

Redwood City focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by Redwood City’s Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Orange Theory, and Powerhouse Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Redwood City, such as the Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve and the Pulgas Ridge Preserve. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Redwood City CA are Filoli Historic House & Garden, Hiller Aviation Museum, and Pulgas Water Temple. 

Population: 80,996 (2023). ZIP codes: 94059, 94061–94065. Area code: 650. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Area: 34.74 sq mi (90.0 km2).

FAQs

Is Redwood City, CA expensive?

The median home price in Redwood City is $2,350,000 with a median price per sqft of $995. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Redwood City to be 286.6% of the national average. This makes it one of the most expensive cities in the US.

Is Redwood City, CA a wealthy area?

The per capita income in Redwood City in 2018 was $77,982, which is wealthy relative to California and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $311,928 for a family of four. However, Redwood City contains both very wealthy and poor people as well. Redwood City is an extremely ethnically diverse city.

Is Redwood City, CA good to live in?

Redwood City is in San Mateo County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Redwood City offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Redwood City, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Redwood City and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Redwood City are above average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Redwood City

Redwood City’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Planet Fitness

Orange Theory 

Powerhouse Gym

Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve

Pulgas Ridge Preserve

Filoli Historic House & Garden

Hiller Aviation Museum

Pulgas Water Temple

Zero Down

Neighborhoodscout

Niche

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