Hillsborough, California
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| Hillsborough, California | |
|---|---|
| Name | Hillsborough |
| Settlement type | Town |
| Pushpin label | Hillsborough |
| Coordinates | 37, 33, 37, N... |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | California |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | San Mateo |
| Established title | Incorporated |
| Established date | May 5, 1910 |
| Government type | Council–manager |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Christine Krolik |
| Leader title1 | Town manager |
| Leader name1 | Matthew Bronson |
| Unit pref | Imperial |
| Area total sq mi | 6.19 |
| Area land sq mi | 6.19 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.00 |
| Area total km2 | 16.03 |
| Area land km2 | 16.03 |
| Area water km2 | 0.00 |
| Elevation ft | 328 |
| Elevation m | 100 |
| Population total | 11687 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density sq mi | auto |
| Population density km2 | auto |
| Timezone | Pacific |
| Utc offset | -8 |
| Timezone DST | PDT |
| Utc offset DST | -7 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 94010 |
| Area code | 650 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 06-33724 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature IDs |
| Blank1 info | 277537, 2410755 |
| Website | www.hillsborough.net |
Hillsborough, California is an incorporated town in San Mateo County, California, situated on the San Francisco Peninsula approximately 20 miles south of San Francisco. Known for its affluent residential character, the community is characterized by large estates, winding tree-lined roads, and a lack of commercial zoning. The town operates under a council–manager form of government and is served by the highly regarded Hillsborough City School District and part of the San Mateo Union High School District.
History
The area was originally part of the vast Rancho Cañada de Raymundo, a Mexican land grant awarded to John (Don) Coppinger in 1840. Following the California Gold Rush and American annexation, the land was purchased in the 1870s by William Davis Merry Howard, a wealthy San Francisco merchant, who established the "Howard Estate" or "Hillsborough Tract". The modern town was incorporated on May 5, 1910, largely to maintain local control over zoning and prevent the extension of streetcar lines from San Mateo, which residents feared would lead to dense development. Early prominent residents included Timothy Hopkins, the adopted son of Central Pacific Railroad magnate Mark Hopkins, and members of the Spreckels family. The town's strict architectural and land-use controls, established early in the 20th century, have preserved its exclusive residential nature.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 6.2 square miles, all of it land. It is bordered by Burlingame to the north and northwest, San Mateo to the east and south, and the Crystal Springs Reservoir and San Andreas Lake to the west, which are part of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission watershed. The terrain is hilly, part of the northern Santa Cruz Mountains, with elevations ranging from about 100 to 700 feet. The area is traversed by several creeks, including Polhemus Creek and Crystal Springs Creek, and lies near the San Andreas Fault.
Demographics
The 2020 United States Census recorded a population of 11,387. The town is notable for its high socioeconomic indicators; the Census Bureau's 2017-2021 American Community Survey estimated the median household income exceeded $250,000, one of the highest figures in the nation. The racial makeup was predominantly White and Asian, with significant communities of residents reporting Chinese, Indian, and Persian ancestry. A very high percentage of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the professional demographics of areas like Silicon Valley and San Francisco.
Government
Hillsborough utilizes a council–manager system. The five-member Town Council is elected at-large to four-year staggered terms, and they appoint a professional Town Manager to oversee daily operations. The town provides police services through the Hillsborough Police Department and contracts with the Central County Fire Department for fire protection. At the state level, Hillsborough is in California's 13th State Senate district, represented in the California State Senate, and the California's 21st State Assembly district. Federally, it is part of California's 15th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives.
Education
Public education for kindergarten through eighth grade is provided by the Hillsborough City School District, which operates four schools: North Hillsborough School, West Hillsborough School, South Hillsborough School, and Crocker Middle School. The district is consistently ranked among the top in California. High school students attend schools in the neighboring San Mateo Union High School District, primarily San Mateo High School. Several notable private schools are located in or near the town, including Crystal Springs Uplands School in Hillsborough and Nueva School in nearby San Mateo. The town is also proximate to major institutions like Stanford University and the University of San Francisco.
Notable people
Hillsborough has been home to numerous prominent figures from business, technology, and entertainment. Past and present residents include former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, venture capitalist and PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel, and former Gap Inc. CEO Mickey Drexler. In sports, NFL quarterback Tom Brady and supermodel Gisele Bündchen previously owned an estate in the town. Other notable residents have included author Danielle Steel, former United States Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara, and the late founder of the Hewlett-Packard Company, David Packard.
Category:Towns in California Category:Populated places in San Mateo County, California