Sunnyvale has long enjoyed a plum spot at the center of the Bay Area’s evolution from agriculture, to aerospace and defense, to technology. Our location strikes the perfect balance – a mild, sunny climate with easy access to metropolitan amenities and abundant natural beauty.

With a population of 156,317, Sunnyvale is the seventh largest city in the Bay Area. We’re a center of technology and innovation, but also a town of quiet family neighborhoods, strong schools and a diverse community of people.

Smart, long-range planning has ensured that our City can sustainably offer the services, programs and facilities that make Sunnyvale a great place to live and do business.

Our Department of Public Safety, a pioneer in the model that integrates police, fire and emergency response, has kept Sunnyvale ranked at the top of the nation’s safest cities.

The City’s park and recreation system boasts 23 parks; facilities for golf, tennis and swimming; a library; and an arts complex. Sunnyvale’s historic downtown, home to a variety of local eateries and merchants, hosts frequent art festivals, concerts and a year-round farmers’ market.

Almost 8,000 local businesses provide a rich mixture of goods and services, including many icons in tech, manufacturing, retail and R&D.

Bottom line: Our founders knew this was someplace special. The region has always attracted adventurous hard workers seeking opportunity and we’re fortunate that positioned Sunnyvale for success.

But while it’s true that our amazing location has always been a big draw, we also take immense pride in the thoughtful leadership and dedication to community that has made Sunnyvale the true heart of Silicon Valley.

National Community Survey 

2021 National Community Survey - The City conducts a survey every two years to evaluate services and quality of life. 

State of the City

2023 State of the City Speech - The Mayor's annual speech about the City's accomplishments and significant projects.

Changing Homes - Tshaka Campbell, Santa Clara County's Poet Laureate, wrote this original poem for Sunnyvale and recited it at the State of the City event.

City of Sunnyvale Mission and Values

Mission

We build community trust by delivering exceptional services.

Our Core Values of Public Service

Integrity

• Truthful and trustworthy
• Responsible and accountable
• Consistently honor commitments
• Confronts difficult issues
• High ethical standards

Leadership

• Trust people to do their job
• Communicate clearly, facilitate two-way communication
• Foster responsible risk taking and creativity while learning from mistakes
• Maintain a supportive and safe work environment
• Honestly share information
• Live the values, set the example

Respect

• Treat people with dignity
• Value diversity of ideas and backgrounds
• Celebrate individual achievements
• Willingly collaborate

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