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San Jose, CA
San Jose · CA 95110
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$1.3M
Median Price
70/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
60 min
to Downtown San Francisco, CA
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
DQuietness
40/100
D+Commute
55/100
B-Walkability
70/100
WYLT Score48/100
Our Take
San Jose 95110 offers a vibrant, walkable urban experience with strong economic opportunities and highly-rated high schools. While the cost of living is steep, for those who can afford it, it provides access to the best of Silicon Valley living with minimal flood risk.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable neighborhood, making daily errands convenient
- ✓Strong median household income, indicative of robust job opportunities, especially in tech
- ✓Excellent school ratings (average 5 for high schools in the broader area)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Diverse community with a lively urban atmosphere
Real Talk
- !Extremely high cost of living, particularly for housing and rent
- !Transit options are minimal, making car reliance likely for many commutes beyond the immediate area
- !Commute to downtown San Francisco is long (60 minutes) and can be challenging
- !As an urban core, expect higher noise levels and less suburban quietness
- !Specific local K-8 school quality for residents within the ZIP code isn't detailed in the aggregated high school ratings
- $High property taxes due to elevated home values
- $Significant monthly housing costs, whether buying or renting
- $Potentially higher car insurance rates due to urban environment
Best For
Tech professionalsUrban dwellers seeking walkability and amenitiesFamilies prioritizing strong high school optionsIndividuals who appreciate a diverse, bustling environment
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
San Jose, CA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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