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Information on Atherton, San Mateo County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Atherton, located in the state of California, San Mateo County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Atherton, San Mateo County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Atherton town HALL, San Mateo County

Atherton town Hall's address	Atherton Atherton Municipal Building 91 Ashfield Road Atherton CA 94027 United States
Phone number of Atherton town Hall	+1 650-752-0500
Atherton, CA email	Not available
Atherton official website	ci.atherton.ca.us
Mayor of Atherton	Bill Widmer
San Mateo County, California: Vital Records	Atherton vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your California birth certificate online

Common questions about Atherton

What county is Atherton CA in?

Atherton, CA is located in San Mateo County

Where is Atherton, California ?

Atherton is located in San Mateo County, approximately midway along the San Francisco Peninsula in the state of California, USA. It lies to the south of Redwood City and to the north of Menlo Park, near the prestigious Stanford University in Palo Alto.

What is the cost of living in Atherton CA ?

The cost of living in Atherton, California (San Mateo County) is notably high, with housing expenses averaging around $7,500 per month for rentals. Transportation costs are also elevated, typically around 20% above the national average. Groceries in Atherton can further strain budgets, averaging about 15% higher than typical U.S. prices.

Atherton administrative division

Country	United States
State	California
County	San Mateo - other counties in California

Atherton building department, CA

If you're planning construction or renovation projects in Atherton, CA, you'll need to secure the appropriate permits to ensure compliance with local regulations. To begin the process, you should reach out to the Atherton Planning Department, which handles all permit requests and can provide guidance tailored to your specific project needs. It's important to contact their office directly to gather detailed information on application fees and processing times, as these can vary depending on the scope and nature of your project. Engaging with local officials early in your planning will help streamline the procedure and ensure you're on the right track from the start.

Office	Atherton Building Department
City	Atherton
State	California
Address	91 Ashfield Road, Atherton, CA 94027
Phone	650-752-0560
Website	https://www.ci.atherton.ca.us/135/Building-Department

Demography of Atherton

Name of Atherton inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	7 188 inhabitants (2020)	372 / 4 290
Population density in Atherton	Not available

Atherton (CA) statistics

Atherton CA Median household income	$250,000
Atherton CA Poverty rate	3.3%
Atherton CA Unemployment rate	2.4%
Atherton CA Educational attainment	98.2%

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List of Passport Facilities in Atherton, CA

This town does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Atherton, CA

Name	Street	Phone number
SAN MATEO COUNTY CLERK	555 COUNTY CENTER	6503634500
REDWOOD CITY MAIN POST OFFICE	1100 BROADWAY	6503684163
PALO ALTO POST OFFICE	2085 E. BAYSHORE RD.	6503211423
SAN CARLOS POST OFFICE	809 LAUREL STREET	6505910287
BELMONT POST OFFICE	640 MASONIC WAY	6505919588
MOUNTAIN VIEW POST OFFICE	211 HOPE STREET	6509386912
LOYOLA CORNER LOS ALTOS PO	1525 MIRAMONTE AVE	6509600817
SAN MATEO POST OFFICE	1630 SOUTH DELAWARE STREET	6503588490
SAN MATEO PUBLIC LIBRARY	55 WEST 3RD AVENUE	6505227868
NEWARK PO	6655 CLARK AVENUE	5107970903
SUNNYVALE POST OFFICE	209 E. JAVA DR.	4087470340
BURLINGAME MPO	329 PRIMROSE ROAD	6503474686
BURLINGAME PUBLIC LIBRARY	480 PRIMROSE RD
UNION CITY MAIN POST OFFICE	33170 ALVARADO NILES ROAD
HALF MOON BAY POST OFFICE	500 STONE PINE ROAD	6507269181

Atherton administrative numbers

Atherton town code	0603092
Atherton town phone area code	650
Atherton town postcode	94027

Toponymy and translation of Atherton

Arabic: أثرتون	Bulgarian: Адъртън	Persian: آترتون
Japanese: アザートン	Korean: 애서튼	Russian: Атертон
Serbian: Атертон	Chinese: 阿瑟顿

Transportation modes in Atherton

Airport	San Carlos Airport 4.6 miles Palo Alto Airport of Santa Clara County 4.7 miles Moffett Federal Airfield 8.9 miles

Atherton territory

Atherton area	Not available
Atherton altitude	59 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 37.4586 Longitude: -122.2 Latitude: 37° 27' 31'' North Longitude: 122° 12' 0'' West
Time zone	UTC -8:00 (America/Los_Angeles) Summer time : UTC -7:00 Winter time : UTC -8:00
Local time
Namesake of Atherton	Atherton, England, Royaume-Uni
Natural parks	Atherton isn't part of a natural park

What is Atherton close to?

Nearby cities include: Menlo Park, Woodside, East Palo Alto and Redwood City

Redwood City	Menlo Park	Menlo Park
Woodside		Menlo Park
Woodside	Woodside	Palo Alto

Menlo Park 3.5 miles	Woodside 3.8 miles	East Palo Alto 3.9 miles
Redwood City 4.2 miles	San Carlos 4.7 miles	Palo Alto 5 miles
Portola Valley 5.8 miles	Belmont 6.5 miles	Los Altos Hills 7 miles
Mountain View 7.8 miles	Foster City 8 miles	Los Altos 8.3 miles
San Mateo 9.4 miles	Newark 10 miles	Sunnyvale 10.8 miles
Hillsborough 11.1 miles	Cupertino 12.8 miles	Burlingame 12.8 miles
Half Moon Bay 12.9 miles	Hayward 13.1 miles	Santa Clara 14.3 miles

Distance between Atherton and other main cities and towns

New York City : 2565 miles	Los Angeles : 324 miles	Chicago : 1854 miles
Houston : 1628 miles	Phoenix : 634 miles	Philadelphia : 2516 miles
San Antonio : 1472 miles	San Diego : 435 miles	Dallas : 1468 miles
San Jose : 19 miles closest	Fort Worth : 1440 miles	Austin : 1485 miles
Jacksonville : 2361 miles	Columbus : 2098 miles	Indianapolis : 1942 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Atherton

Encinal Elementary

District of Menlo Park City Elementary
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 641

Las Lomitas Elementary

District of Las Lomitas Elementary
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 3
Students : 568

Laurel Elementary

District of Menlo Park City Elementary
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 659

Selby Lane Elementary

District of Redwood City Elementary
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 690

High schools in Atherton

Menlo-Atherton High

District of Sequoia Union High
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2401