Mountain View was integral to the early history and growth of Silicon Valley, and is the location of many high technology companies. In 1956, William Shockley established Shockley Semiconductor Laboratory in Mountain View, the first company to develop silicon semiconductor devices in Silicon Valley.

Mountain View, California, is one place where the median household income is more than double the national figure. The typical household in the area earns $158,104 a year, the 44th highest among all cities with sufficient data and 129.1% more than the national median.

Mountain View is a town in California with a population of 82,132. Mountain View is in Santa Clara County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Mountain View offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes.

Mountain View boasts strong safety and public education records and is considered one of the best places to live in the Bay Area. We wish you well and thank you for your interest in the City of Mountain View.