Mountain View, CA
Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$2.0M
Median Price
77/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
49 min
to San Francisco
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Mountain View is a high‑income tech hub with excellent schools and walkability, but the cost of living is extreme. If your budget can handle it, you’ll enjoy a vibrant, safe community; otherwise, consider more affordable suburbs.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools
- ✓Very walkable streets with many cafés and shops
- ✓Strong local tech economy
- ✓Low traffic during off‑peak hours
Real Talk
- !Sky‑high housing prices and rents
- !Longer commute times during rush hour
- !Limited parking and high parking fees
- !High cost of groceries and utilities
- $Parking and HOA fees
- $Property taxes that are above state average
- $Elevated costs for outdoor recreation and dining
Best For
Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Mountain View, CA
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.
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