Atherton

Welcome to Atherton Park

Atherton is a town located in San Mateo County, California, in the United States. It is part of the San Francisco Bay Area and is located near the major city of San Francisco. The town has a population of around 7,000 people and is known for its high median household income and affluent residents.

Atherton is also known for its large properties and exclusive neighborhoods, with many of the houses being on a large plots of land. The town is home to several parks and open spaces, including the Holbrook-Palmer Park, which is popular for hiking, biking and other outdoor activities. Additionally, the town has a variety of cultural events and festivals throughout the year, such as the Atherton Heritage Festival, and the Atherton Art and Wine Festival.

Things To Do

Visit the Holbrook-Palmer Park: This park offers a variety of recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and picnics.
Visit the Menlo Circus Club: This is a historic equestrian club that offers a variety of horse-related activities and events.
Visit the Atherton Library: This library offers a variety of books, videos and events
Visit the Filoli: This historic estate offers tours of its gardens and home, as well as a variety of educational and cultural events.
Visit the Atherton Heritage Association: This association offers exhibits and events that highlight the history of Atherton.
Visit the Atherton Train Station: This historic train station offers a glimpse into the town's past and is a popular spot for visitors to take pictures.
Visit the Atherton Community Center: This center offers a variety of recreational activities such as classes, sports, and events.
Visit the Atherton Town Hall: This historic building offers tours and events.
Visit the Atherton Park: This park offers playgrounds, picnic areas, and a community center.
Visit the Atherton Market Place: This shopping center offers a variety of shops and restaurants.

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Atherton Resources

City of Atherton

Overview for Atherton, CA

7,181 people live in Atherton, where the median age is 47.9 and the average individual income is $171,823. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,181

Total Population

47.9 years

Median Age

High

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

$171,823

Average individual Income

Around Atherton, CA

There's plenty to do around Atherton, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

7

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

53

Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Something Swede-Ish Home Bakery, Slow Burn Eats, and Los Chulo's Tacos.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Something Swede-Ish Home Bakery page on Yelp	Dining	3.59 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Slow Burn Eats page on Yelp Search 708 Windsor Way on Google Maps	Dining	2.51 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Los Chulo's Tacos page on Yelp	Dining	2.87 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cake Done Right page on Yelp	Dining	3.35 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the California Kungfu & Taichi Institute page on Yelp Search 1436 El Camino Real on Google Maps	Active	2.32 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Wushu Central Martial Arts Academy page on Yelp Search 2741 Middlefield Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.32 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Carolyn McSweeney page on Yelp Search 859 Oak Grove Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.92 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Massage Escape page on Yelp Search 1145 Saint Francis Way on Google Maps	Beauty	3.65 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Atherton, CA

Population Households Employment

Atherton has 2,244 households, with an average household size of 2.92. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Atherton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,181 people call Atherton home. The population density is 1,431.58 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,181

Total Population

High

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

47.9

Median Age

49.92 / 50.08%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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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

2,244

Total Households

2.92

Average Household Size

$171,823

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Atherton, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Atherton. 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.

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