Sunnyvale, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 131,863 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
This residential community is located in Santa Clara County.
Cultural Attractions
Several vineyards make their homes in Sunnyvale.
Recreation
The city features 123 tennis courts, many of which are housed in the Municipal Center.
Historical
According to local legend, a builder in the area named the town Sunnyvale because he had to shade his eyes from the bright sun.
Economy
Dubbed the “Heart of Silicon Valley,” this city is home to high-tech companies like AMD, SanDisk, and Yahoo!.
| Population [details] | 131,863 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 70.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1081.31 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 54.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 59.34 °F/38.43 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 99.58 °F/69.63 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 15.80 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 46 |
| Cost of living [details] | 156.3 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Jose (7.14 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | NORMAN Y. MINETA SAN JOSE INTERNATIONAL (5.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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