Santa Clara County is located in the southern San Francisco Bay Area of California and is home to the major city of San Jose. This detailed Santa Clara County map shows the county boundary, neighboring counties, cities, towns, major highways, US highways, state roads, rivers, parks, and airports. Prominent communities shown include Palo Alto, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and San Martin. Interstate 280, Interstate 680, and other important routes are clearly marked for easy reference. The map also identifies San Jose Mineta International Airport and several parks, including Henry W. Coe State Park and Almaden Quicksilver County Park. It is useful for students, travelers, researchers, businesses, and anyone studying Santa Clara County and its surrounding areas.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | County of Santa Clara |
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | February 18, 1850 |
| Incorporated | February 18, 1850 |
| Population | 1,914,391 (2025 estimate) |
| County | San Jose |
| Area | Approximately 1,312–1,315 sq mi |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) |
| ZIP Codes | Approximately 94002–95148, including 95002–95070 and 95110–95148 |
| Area Code | 408, 669 |
| Known For | Silicon Valley, technology, innovation, orchards, and high-tech industries |
| Major Airport | San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) |
| Climate | Mediterranean; mild, wet winters and warm, generally dry summers |
| Nickname | Silicon Valley; Valley of Heart's Delight (historical) |
| Major Highways | US 101, I-280, I-680, I-880, SR 17, SR 85, SR 87, SR 237 |
| Nearby Border | Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, San Benito, Merced, and Stanislaus counties |
| Major Attractions | Winchester Mystery House, California's Great America, Tech Interactive, Stanford University, Henry W. Coe State Park, Levi's Stadium, and Santa Clara University |