48. California – Los Altos Hills
Population: 8,000+ | Median income: $250,000+ | Home price: $4.5M+ | Wealth Top 1%
Los Altos Hills is one of Silicon Valley’s most exclusive residential enclaves, defined almost entirely by large private estates and strict one-acre zoning rules. The local economy is tied to technology leadership roles across companies in Palo Alto, Mountain View, and Cupertino. Most households are led by senior engineers, founders, and investors. There is virtually no commercial development, reinforcing its purely residential character. Property scarcity, combined with global tech-driven demand, keeps home values among the highest in California.
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