San Mateo businesses benefit from a highly educated workforce, close proximity to major Bay Area employment centers, a vibrant Downtown, regional and neighborhood shopping centers, and convenient access to public transit.

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley between San Francisco and San Jose, San Mateo is an ideal place to locate and grow a business. With easy access to the entire Bay Area, businesses are centrally located to reach clients, collaborate with regional partners, and tap into strong professional networks and workforce.

San Mateo is rich in character and home to a diverse mix of businesses and commercial areas. Internet start-ups, technology companies, financial institutions, restaurants, and national, regional, and independent retailers have successfully located here.

The City of San Mateo values its business community and is committed to supporting a strong and vibrant local economy. The City’s Economic Development program connects businesses with city and community resources to encourage investment, innovation, and long-term economic vitality.

The City Council has adopted a three year Economic Development Work Plan that outlines key priorities and actions to support local businesses, attract investment, and strengthen San Mateo’s commercial districts. This plan guides the City’s economic development efforts and partnerships with the business community.

A fundamental element of San Mateo’s economic development approach is collaboration. City officials work closely with the Downtown San Mateo Association, the San Mateo Chamber of Commerce, and other partners to understand the challenges facing local businesses and to implement programs that support the business community.

Whether you are a new business looking for office or retail space, or an existing business with ideas to help strengthen San Mateo’s economy, we encourage your participation and welcome your input.

For more information about San Mateo’s Economic Development program, please contact the City of San Mateo at (650) 522-7009 or via email.