Berkeley

Berkeley boasts low crime rates and a high a standard of living for its residents. Although its primarily known as a college town, there is a considerable amount of seniors in the area (16% of the population). This east bay city is consistently ranked as one of the most educated populations in the country and UC Berkeley is even recognized as a national landmark and institution. The culture is well known for its liberal attitudes, environmental activism, and diversity. #LiveWorkPlayHere

Overview for Berkeley, CA

131,551 people live in Berkeley, where the median age is 37.3 and the average individual income is $54,009.54. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

131,551

Total Population

37.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$54,009.54

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Berkeley, CA

Berkeley has 49,247 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Berkeley do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 131,551 people call Berkeley home. The population density is 11,887.89 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

131,551

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.3

Median Age

49.04 / 50.96%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
49,247

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$54,009.54

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Berkeley, CA

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Berkeley. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Malcolm X Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Nia House Learning Center
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
Thousand Oaks Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
2/5
John Muir Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Berkwood Hedge School
PRIVATE
K - 5th
No rating available
School Of The Madeleine
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
The Crowden School
PRIVATE
4th - 8th
No rating available
Walden Center & School
PRIVATE
K - 6th
No rating available
East Bay School For Boys
PRIVATE
6th - 8th
No rating available
Bayhill High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
PRIVATE
Undergrad - Undergrad
No rating available
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Emerson Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Martin Luther King Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
Oxford Elementary at West Campus
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Cragmont Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
Berkeley Technology Academy
PUBLIC
10th - 12th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Black Pine Circle School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
Maybeck High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
St Mary's College High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
Washington Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
Ruth Acty Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Rosa Parks Environmental Science
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Bayhill High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
Berkeley Rose Waldorf School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Sylvia Mendez Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5

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Berkeley
Berkeley

Live

Berkeley boasts low crime rates and a high a standard of living for its residents. Although its primarily known as a college town, there is a considerable amount of seniors in the area (16% of the population). This east bay city is consistently ranked as one of the most educated populations in the country and UC Berkeley is even recognized as a national landmark and institution. The culture is well known for its liberal attitudes, environmental activism, and diversity. With close access to San Francisco proper, Berkeley residents enjoy a quieter, more intimate lifestyle without sacrificing the perks of city life. 

 

Work 

Commute

Traffic can be extremely congested with Berkeley's high population which is my many opt for public transit. With three BART stations and a multitude of ground transportation options, there are plenty of ways to skip the traffic and make your commute smarter. 

Schools K-5

Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School (Public) - Rated 8/10 on GreatSchools.org

Ruth Acty Elementary (Public) - Rated 8/10 on GreatSchools.org

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School (Public) - Rated 8/10 on GreatSchools.org

Schools PK-8

Montessori Family School (Private) - Parent Rating 4/5 on GreatSchools.org

Schools K-8

The Elmwood Academy (Private) - Parent Rating 4.2/5 on GreatSchools.org

Schools 6-8

Willard Middle School (Public) - Rated 9/10 on GreatSchools.org

Schools 9-12

Berkeley High School (Public) - Rated 7/10 on GreatSchools.org

Higher Education

University of California, Berkeley (Public) - 8th World University Rankings 2023

 

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A beautiful place to live well known for it's delicious ethnic restaurants and cool/rainy climate. Head to the Gourmet Ghetto for an on-the-go bite or formal meal. Telegraph Avenue offers plenty of unique shops to peruse with something for everyone to enjoy!

Sources: 

https://www.upscalelivingmag.com/moving-to-berkeley-ca-consider-these-factors/

https://www.greatschools.org/california/berkeley

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/university-california-berkeley


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