Is Stanford a city or town?

Description. Stanford is a census-designated place (CDP) in Santa Clara County, California, United States and is the home of Stanford University. The population was 13,809 at the 2010 census. Stanford is an unincorporated area of Santa Clara County and is adjacent to the city of Palo Alto.

What state is Stanford University?

California
Stanford University/State

Stanford University, official name Leland Stanford Junior University, private coeducational institution of higher learning at Stanford, California, U.S. (adjacent to Palo Alto), one of the most prestigious in the country.

What is the closest city to Stanford University?

Cities near Stanford University:

• Stanford, CA.
• Palo Alto, CA.
• Menlo Park, CA.
• East Palo Alto, CA.
• Los Altos Hills, CA.
• Los Altos, CA.
• Redwood City, CA.
• Mountain View, CA.

Is Stanford a good city?

Stanford is in Santa Clara County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Stanford offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Stanford there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. The public schools in Stanford are highly rated.

Is Stanford rural or urban?

Stanford University is a private institution that was founded in 1885. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,366 (fall 2020), its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 8,180 acres.

What major city is Stanford University?

Although the University is virtually a community unto itself and even has its own zip code—94305—it calls the City of Palo Alto home. Downtown Palo Alto is a short walk from campus and includes many attractions, as well as many shops and restaurants.

Is Stanford an urban campus?

Palo Alto. Although the University is virtually a community unto itself and even has its own zip code—94305—it calls the City of Palo Alto home. Downtown Palo Alto is a short walk from campus and includes many attractions, as well as many shops and restaurants.