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Welcome to Berryessa

Quiet, suburban neighborhood ideal for families and memorable for its long-standing Art and Wine Festival

Berryessa has a reputation for being a convenient and friendly suburban area. Located in North San Jose, Berryessa is named after the Berryessa family, a prominent Californio family of the Bay Area. Families are drawn to Berryessa for its excellent schools and the annual Berryessa Art and Wine Festival, a free event held in May that is great fun for the whole family. Considered one of San Jose’s top neighborhoods, Berryessa is particularly popular with families and young professionals.

What to Love

One of the newest BART stations is located in Berryessa makes commuting easier
Non-profit Art and Wine Festival is free to attend and fantastic family-friendly entertainment
Exemplary schools such as the highly-esteemed Piedmont Hills High

People and Lifestyle

With a population of approximately 49,000, Berryessa is a mid-sized neighborhood in Santa Clara County, offering residents a sparse suburban feel. Most locals own their homes, and many restaurants and parks dot the banks of the scenic Berryessa Creek. The town is also home to distinguished, award-winning schools like Piedmont Hills High with access to the BART light rail and a close commute to places of employment in Silicon Valley and the surrounding Bay Area.

Dining, Shopping, and Entertainment

Berryessa Corners is a local shopping mall with many essential stores like UPS and CVS. There are also grocers and casual places to eat located here.

Crawfish, lobster, crabs, mussels, and clams are on the menu at The Kickin’ Crab, an award-winning Cajun seafood destination offering the ultimate southern comfort dining experience. Here, you’ll enjoy homemade sauces and tangy flavors with no utensils, just hands and a bib as you dive into a plate of freshly prepared seafood.

Don’t let the name fool you, Lee’s Sandwiches is much more than your average sandwich shop. It’s also a Vietnamese eatery offering staples like banh mi alongside classic deli options. You can’t go wrong with the BBQ pork sandwich or spring rolls.

Things to Do

Berryessa is home to several family-friendly, picturesque parks. The creekside neighborhood park Berryessa Creek features play areas for children, a softball field, and picnic sites. The linear, 163-acre Penitencia Creek County Park also extends along the water, offering a 4-mile hiking/biking trail and a nature center, in addition to incorporating parklands and open space.

The Penitencia Creek County Park is also where the Berryessa Art and Wine Festival is held yearly. When it comes to local events and festivities, the Berryessa Art and Wine Festival is one of the most-attended and popular festivals. Running for more than 40 years, this spring event features hundreds of artist booths, food vendors, and plenty of entertainment for festival-goers to enjoy.

Those seeking recreational opportunities will find them in abundance at the Berryessa Community Center, a welcoming place providing a variety of quality services and programs for people of all ages. The center is also available for rentals, ideal for weddings, birthdays, baptisms, meetings, and more. Some of the most popular programs at the community center include summer camps, after-school programs, wellness classes, and special holiday events like Breakfast with Santa.

Schools

The Berryessa Union School District operates the neighborhood’s public schools, including two high schools, three middle schools, and ten elementary schools. Piedmont Hills High is one of California’s highest-ranking schools, earning the top rating of “blue” for several different programs. Piedmont also received recognition of being a California Distinguished school along with several other awards. Northwood Elementary, Majestic Elementary, and Morrill Middle are other schools of note in the area.

Overview for Berryessa, CA

1,356 people live in Berryessa, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $47,360. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,356

Total Population

40 years

Median Age

High

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

$47,360

Average individual Income

Around Berryessa, CA

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

30

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

47

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

35

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Big Pump Fitness, Coach Gracie - Pitching Coach, and Coach Alex.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Big Pump Fitness page on Yelp	Active	4.7 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Coach Gracie - Pitching Coach page on Yelp Search 391 Jacklin Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.35 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Coach Alex page on Yelp	Active	4.7 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the B The Barber page on Yelp Search 1152 E Julian St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.21 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Autumn Salon page on Yelp Search 13891 Story Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.5 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Berryessa, CA

Population Households Employment

Berryessa has 424 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Berryessa do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,356 people call Berryessa home. The population density is 14,345.862 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,356

Total Population

High

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

40

Median Age

50.29 / 49.71%

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

424

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$47,360

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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Welcome to Berryessa

What to Love

People and Lifestyle

Dining, Shopping, and Entertainment

Things to Do

Schools

Overview for Berryessa, CA

1,356

40 years

High

$47,360

Around Berryessa, CA

30

Car-Dependent

47

Somewhat Bikeable

35

Some Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Berryessa, CA

1,356

High

40

50.29 / 49.71%

424

3

$47,360

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