Atherton, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 3,647

Median Age: 49.8 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Atherton: 170.9 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 3.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (3.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 6.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 7.0% for other race residents)

Sex Offenders:

Elevation: 60 feet

Land Area: 4.90 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 94027

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: over $200,000 (it was over $200,000 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $160,178 (it was $112,408 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: over $1,000,000 (it was over $1,000,000 in 2000) Atherton:over $1,000,000CA:$509,400

Races:
      White alone - 5,405 - 78.2%
      Asian alone - 910 - 13.2%
      Hispanic - 268 - 3.9%
      Two or more races - 191 - 2.8%
      Black alone - 72 - 1.0%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 45 - 0.7%
      Other race alone - 18 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.07%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Atherton, CA

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Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Atherton, CA Drug Testing Centers.

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DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Atherton, CA testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

300 PASTEUR DR 2.2 miles

300 PASTEUR DR
PALO ALTO, CA 94304
Categories: PALO ALTO CA

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1 2.3 miles

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063
Categories: REDWOOD CITY CA

795 EL CAMINO REAL 2.4 miles

795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Categories: PALO ALTO CA

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS 3.4 miles

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94062
Categories: REDWOOD CITY CA

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F 4.0 miles

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F
San Carlos, CA 94070
Categories: San Carlos CA

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A 5.4 miles

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A
SAN CARLOS, CA 94070
Categories: SAN CARLOS CA

2290 W EL CAMINO REAL STE 4 6.7 miles

2290 W EL CAMINO REAL STE 4
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102 7.2 miles

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102
FOSTER CITY, CA 94404
Categories: FOSTER CITY CA

222 W 39TH AVE 7.3 miles

222 W 39TH AVE
SAN MATEO, CA 94403
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

2500 GRANT RD 9.2 miles

2500 GRANT RD
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

573 W EL CAMINO REAL 9.3 miles

573 W EL CAMINO REAL
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040
Categories: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA

35500 DUMBARTON CT 10.0 miles

35500 DUMBARTON CT
NEWARK, CA 94560
Categories: NEWARK CA

60 N EL CAMINO REAL 10.3 miles

60 N EL CAMINO REAL
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

901 W EL CAMINO REAL 10.5 miles

901 W EL CAMINO REAL
SUNNYVALE, CA 94087
Categories: SUNNYVALE CA

877 W Fremont Avenue, Ste H-2 11.1 miles

877 W Fremont Avenue, Ste H-2
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Categories: Sunnyvale CA

3555 WHIPPLE RD 11.8 miles

3555 WHIPPLE RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

39180 FARWELL DR STE 231 12.0 miles

39180 FARWELL DR STE 231
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

5763 STEVENSON BLVD 12.2 miles

5763 STEVENSON BLVD
NEWARK, CA 94560
Categories: NEWARK CA

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD 12.3 miles

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1195 E ARQUES AVE BLDG 1 12.3 miles

1195 E ARQUES AVE BLDG 1
SUNNYVALE, CA 94085
Categories: SUNNYVALE CA

42650 CHRISTY ST 12.4 miles

42650 CHRISTY ST
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD 12.4 miles

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

10050 N WOLFE RD Ste SW1-190 12.5 miles

10050 N WOLFE RD Ste SW1-190
CUPERTINO, CA 95014
Categories: CUPERTINO CA

10050 BUBB RD STE 3 12.5 miles

10050 BUBB RD STE 3
CUPERTINO, CA 95014
Categories: CUPERTINO CA

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD 12.6 miles

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32 12.8 miles

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

27200 CALAROGA AVE 13.2 miles

27200 CALAROGA AVE
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400 13.3 miles

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

39400 Padeo Padre Pkwy Mission Bldg 13.5 miles

39400 Padeo Padre Pkwy Mission Bldg
Fremont, CA 94538
Categories: Fremont CA

3161 WALNUT AVE 13.5 miles

3161 WALNUT AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

2737 WALSH AVE 13.6 miles

2737 WALSH AVE
SANTA CLARA, CA 95051
Categories: SANTA CLARA CA

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1 13.6 miles

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

2000 MOWRY AVE 13.7 miles

2000 MOWRY AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

1501 TROUSDALE DR 13.7 miles

1501 TROUSDALE DR
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

1663 ROLLINS RD 13.9 miles

1663 ROLLINS RD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

3225 SELDON CT 14.3 miles

3225 SELDON CT
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103 14.3 miles

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103
Fremont, CA 94536
Categories: Fremont CA

988 WALSH AVE 14.6 miles

988 WALSH AVE
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
Categories: SANTA CLARA CA

46305 WARM SPRINGS BLVD 14.8 miles

46305 WARM SPRINGS BLVD
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

46752 MISSION BLVD STE A 14.9 miles

46752 MISSION BLVD STE A
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

46690 MOHAVE DR 15.0 miles

46690 MOHAVE DR
FREMONT, CA 94539
Categories: FREMONT CA

1825 CIVIC CENTER DR STE 7 15.1 miles

1825 CIVIC CENTER DR STE 7
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
Categories: SANTA CLARA CA

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3 15.5 miles

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3
HAYWARD, CA 94544
Categories: HAYWARD CA

315 S ABBOTT AVE 15.8 miles

315 S ABBOTT AVE
MILPITAS, CA 95035
Categories: MILPITAS CA

1717 S MAIN ST 16.6 miles

1717 S MAIN ST
MILPITAS, CA 95035
Categories: MILPITAS CA

700 E CALAVERAS BLVD 16.7 miles

700 E CALAVERAS BLVD
MILPITAS, CA 95035
Categories: MILPITAS CA

2587 MERCED ST 16.8 miles

2587 MERCED ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212 16.9 miles

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
Categories: SAN BRUNO CA

2105 FOREST AVE 17.0 miles

2105 FOREST AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

123 Di Salvo Ave, Suite G 17.1 miles

123 Di Salvo Ave, Suite G
San Jose, CA 95128
Categories: San Jose CA

1400 COLEMAN AVE STE F13 STE F-13 17.2 miles

1400 COLEMAN AVE STE F13 STE F-13
SANTA CLARA, CA 95050
Categories: SANTA CLARA CA

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180 17.3 miles

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101, 17.3 miles

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101,
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Categories: Castro Valley CA

3 S LINDEN AVE 17.6 miles

3 S LINDEN AVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
Categories: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA

13939 E 14TH ST 17.7 miles

13939 E 14TH ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

1580 WINCHESTER BLVD STE 202 17.8 miles

1580 WINCHESTER BLVD STE 202
CAMPBELL, CA 95008
Categories: CAMPBELL CA

1910 N Capitol Ave 17.8 miles

1910 N Capitol Ave
San Jose, CA 95132
Categories: San Jose CA

242 MERIDIAN AVE STE C 18.2 miles

242 MERIDIAN AVE STE C
SAN JOSE, CA 95126
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

15 TILLMAN AVE 18.3 miles

15 TILLMAN AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95126
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

International Terminal Level 3 A Side 18.5 miles

International Terminal Level 3 A Side
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205 19.3 miles

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR 19.5 miles

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7817 OAKPORT ST 19.5 miles

7817 OAKPORT ST
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3880 S BASCOM AVE ste 109 19.6 miles

3880 S BASCOM AVE ste 109
SAN JOSE, CA 95124
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

3880 S BASCOM AVE STE 112 19.6 miles

3880 S BASCOM AVE STE 112
SAN JOSE, CA 95124
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

2581 Samaritan Drive, Suite 108 19.8 miles

2581 Samaritan Drive, Suite 108
San Jose, CA 95124
Categories: San Jose CA

25, Via Luigi Pirandello 20.3 miles

25, Via Luigi Pirandello
Pedara, Catania, KS 95030
Categories: Pedara, Catania KS

266 N JACKSON AVE STE 4 20.3 miles

266 N JACKSON AVE STE 4
SAN JOSE, CA 95116
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

2375 Montpelier Dr, Ste 20 20.3 miles

2375 Montpelier Dr, Ste 20
San Jose, CA 95116
Categories: San Jose CA

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D 20.8 miles

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D
Alameda, CA 94501
Categories: Alameda CA

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A 20.9 miles

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Categories: ALAMEDA CA

SFIA Terminal 2 21.1 miles

SFIA Terminal 2
San Francisco, CA 94125
Categories: San Francisco CA

On-site only 21.1 miles

On-site only
San Francisco, CA 94124
Categories: San Francisco CA

1893 MONTEREY HWY STE 200 21.2 miles

1893 MONTEREY HWY STE 200
SAN JOSE, CA 95112
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

1901 MONTEREY HWY STE 10 21.2 miles

1901 MONTEREY HWY STE 10
SAN JOSE, CA 95112
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

1900 SULLIVAN AVE 21.5 miles

1900 SULLIVAN AVE
DALY CITY, CA 94015
Categories: DALY CITY CA

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110 21.6 miles

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Categories: Pleasanton CA

3162 NEWBERRY DR ste G 21.7 miles

3162 NEWBERRY DR ste G
SAN JOSE, CA 95118
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1 21.8 miles

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

7667 AMADOR VALLEY BLVD 22.3 miles

7667 AMADOR VALLEY BLVD
DUBLIN, CA 94568
Categories: DUBLIN CA

2435 S KING RD STE 60 22.6 miles

2435 S KING RD STE 60
SAN JOSE, CA 95122
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

4847 HOPYARD RD STE 4-424 22.7 miles

4847 HOPYARD RD STE 4-424
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

5635 W LAS POSITAS BLVD 23.0 miles

5635 W LAS POSITAS BLVD
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ 23.3 miles

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2324 SANTA RITA RD STE 4 23.3 miles

2324 SANTA RITA RD STE 4
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

384 EMBARCADERO W 23.4 miles

384 EMBARCADERO W
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3200 BUSCH RD 23.6 miles

3200 BUSCH RD
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

2224 DELUCCHI DR 23.6 miles

2224 DELUCCHI DR
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

3128 SANTA RITA RD 23.6 miles

3128 SANTA RITA RD
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1 23.7 miles

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1700 BROADWAY STE 310 24.2 miles

1700 BROADWAY STE 310
OAKLAND, CA 94612
Categories: OAKLAND CA

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ 24.3 miles

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

554 BLOSSOM HILL RD 24.4 miles

554 BLOSSOM HILL RD
SAN JOSE, CA 95123
Categories: SAN JOSE CA

2724 Aborn Road 24.4 miles

2724 Aborn Road
San Jose, CA 95121
Categories: San Jose CA

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A 24.6 miles

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2198 15th St, 24.7 miles

2198 15th St,
San Francisco, CA 94114
Categories: San Francisco CA

4000 DUBLIN BLVD STE 150 24.7 miles

4000 DUBLIN BLVD STE 150
DUBLIN, CA 94568
Categories: DUBLIN CA

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Atherton, California

Atherton is an incorporated town in San Mateo County, California, United States. Its population was 7,159 as of 2013. In 1990, Atherton was ranked as having the highest per capita income among U.S. towns with a population between 2,500 and 9,999, and it is regularly ranked as the most expensive ZIP Code in the United States.

In 1866, Atherton was known as Fair Oaks, and was a flag stop on the California Coast Line of the Southern Pacific Railroad between San Francisco and San Jose for the convenience of the owners of the large estates who lived north of Menlo Park. The entire area was called Menlo Park. It had been part of the Rancho de las Pulgas that had covered most of the area, which is now southern San Mateo County. There were several attempts to incorporate Fair Oaks, one in 1874 and another in 1911.

In 1923, Menlo Park wished to incorporate its lands to include the Fair Oaks lands. During a meeting of the representatives of the two communities, it became clear to the Fair Oaks property owners that in order to maintain their community as a strictly residential area, they would have to incorporate separately. Both groups rushed to Sacramento but the Fair Oaks committee arrived first. It was at that time they realized that they could not keep the name Fair Oaks, as it was already the name of a town near Sacramento. It was decided to honor Faxon Dean Atherton who had been one of the first property owners in the south peninsula and name the town for him. Atherton was incorporated on September 12, 1923. That same year, in 1923, the Menlo Polo Club was founded in Atherton.

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Population (male): 3,647

Median Age: 49.8 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Atherton: 170.9 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 3.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (3.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 6.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 7.0% for other race residents)

Sex Offenders:

Elevation: 60 feet

Land Area: 4.90 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 94027

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: over $200,000 (it was over $200,000 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $160,178 (it was $112,408 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: over $1,000,000 (it was over $1,000,000 in 2000) Atherton:over $1,000,000CA:$509,400

Races:
      White alone - 5,405 - 78.2%
      Asian alone - 910 - 13.2%
      Hispanic - 268 - 3.9%
      Two or more races - 191 - 2.8%
      Black alone - 72 - 1.0%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 45 - 0.7%
      Other race alone - 18 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.07%

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