NOVATO

Welcome to Novato

Peaceful Bay Area oasis with incredible outdoor recreation

Novato is a charming city located in Marin County, California. Incorporated as a city in 1960, Novato has undergone several changes throughout its history, including its transformation from a rural agricultural community to a more residential area. The city's older neighborhoods feature luxurious Craftsman-style homes with welcoming front porches and well-manicured lawns. There are also several newer developments with a more contemporary aesthetic, while in the downtown area, you'll find charming historic buildings.

What to Love 

  • Inviting downtown area with tree-lined streets and historic buildings 
  • Proximity to San Francisco and other Bay-area cities 
  • Haven for picturesque hiking and biking 

Local Lifestyle

A welcoming community with a historic, small-town feel, the city of Novato is well known for its beautiful parks and peaceful outdoor spaces. It is also home to a variety of local businesses, including boutiques, restaurants, and a weekly farmers’ market. Residents are friendly and warm, and they often come together to eat, shop, and play on the historic, tree-lined streets of Novato’s downtown. 

With long summers and short winters, locals love taking advantage of the outdoors. Novato is a great place for hikers, with a number of trails and open spaces to explore. It hosts a variety of landscapes, including rolling hills, redwood forests, and grassy meadows, and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Overall, this community is a great place to call home, with its welcoming residents and abundant recreational opportunities.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

There is no shortage of incredible dining in Novato, and residents love taking advantage of all the delicious food the city has to offer. Toast Restaurant is a popular contemporary spot serving delicious dishes in a modern, urban-styled dining room. It’s perfect for connecting with friends and family in a cheerful, brightly lit space, and their wine and beer list is superb. Perry’s is another great lunchtime restaurant for comfort food in a casual atmosphere. Checkered tablecloths and hexagonal tiled floor give the space a comfortable, relaxed ambiance, and the friendly service, coupled with the delicious all-American classics, keep guests coming back for more. 

For upscale dining, Ayawasca Hilltop is the place to go for modern interpretations of Peruvian classics. Their specialties, such as the grilled octopus, are always flavor-forward and perfectly paired with unique, well-balanced cocktails. Or head over to The Boardroom, which takes inspiration from old-world Chicago and evokes elegance with mahogany, leather, and white tablecloths. There’s even a grand piano, making this spot one not to be missed. 

When it comes to great shopping, Grant Avenue is a historic, highly walkable street lined with many quaint shops and restaurants. It is common for residents to spend their evenings and weekends there, wandering through the many antique stores, upscale clothing boutiques, artisan gift shops, and bookstores. 

Things to Do

Novato offers many options for those seeking to explore art, culture, nature, and community. The Marin Museum of Contemporary Art is located in Novato, providing the city with access to incredible works of art, rotating exhibitions, and art classes. They also host monthly Family Day that encourages children to work alongside professional instructors to make art in a variety of forms. There’s also the Novato History Museum and the Hamilton Field History Museum for those who are interested in engaging in local and natural history. 
 
Situated alongside a babbling creek, the Marin Country Club provides Novato residents with luxurious recreational amenities. Challenge yourself on the pristine golf course, break a sweat in their top-notch fitness center, or bring the whole family to enjoy the refreshing waters of their many pools. 

Schools

Novato is served by the Novato Unified School District, which offers many great school options.



Overview for NOVATO, CA

53,214 people live in NOVATO, where the median age is 48.1 and the average individual income is $57,297. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

53,214

Total Population

48.1 years

Median Age

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Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$57,297

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for NOVATO, CA

NOVATO has 20,682 households, with an average household size of 2.54. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in NOVATO do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 53,214 people call NOVATO home. The population density is 1,936.83 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

53,214

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48.1

Median Age

51.05 / 48.95%

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2.54

Average Household Size

$57,297

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