Willow Glen

Known as San Jose’s Local Treasure, this residential neighborhood has a small-town feel.

Welcome to Willow Glen

Known as San Jose’s Local Treasure, this residential neighborhood has a small-town feel, a diverse community, and quiet, tree-lined streets. Willow Glen is ideal for families, with its numerous parks, and a selection of public and private schools. Energetic and vibrant, downtown Willow Glen features sidewalk cafes, family-friendly eateries, vintage boutiques, unique shops, and pet-friendly establishments. The community hosts frequent downtown festivals including the Dancin’ on the Avenue annual summer street party and Christmas tree lighting holiday tradition.
 

Neighborhood at a Glance

Willow Glen IS:
 
  • An active downtown with a small-town feel that includes diverse retail options
  • Host to a vibrant, family-friendly main street with shops and restaurants
  • Very pedestrian-friendly, with many neighborhood parks and playgrounds
Willow Glen ISN’T:
 
  • Remote, country living
  • A bustling metropolitan city
  • Full of urban shopping malls
Real Estate Stats:
 
  • Small neighborhood feel, but don’t expect small prices for single-family homes
 

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Overview for Willow Glen, CA

82,274 people live in Willow Glen, where the median age is 42 and the average individual income is $79,298. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

82,274

Total Population

42 years

Median Age

High

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

$79,298

Average individual Income

Around Willow Glen, CA

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

72
Very Walkable
Walking Score
61
Bikeable
Bike Score
35
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including FIIT60, San Jose Skate Lessons, and Hyper Strength and Conditioning.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 3.01 miles 42 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.02 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.17 miles 120 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.18 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.58 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.53 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Willow Glen, CA

Willow Glen has 31,386 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Willow Glen do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 82,274 people call Willow Glen home. The population density is 9,188.164 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

82,274

Total Population

High

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

42

Median Age

48.61 / 51.39%

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
31,386

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$79,298

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

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

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