Key Industry Sectors

ChargePoint facility representing Campbell’s clean-tech and EV infrastructure sector
Chargepoint leads the EV charging industry from its HQ/R&D hub in the Dell Ave. innovation district.

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Build Here. Grow Here. Transform Here. 

Campbell’s economy is built on diversity and innovation. From startups designing the next generation of software and hardware, to med-tech pioneers, to small manufacturers and professional service firms, businesses across sectors are thriving here. Here’s a look at just a few of the industries on the rise and why they're choosing Campbell. 

An icon of a rocket ship coming out of a laptopTechnology and Startups

Campbell is home to innovators who want a smaller-city setting without compromising Silicon Valley access and connections. Tech firms benefit from the City’s central location, dynamic business districts, and access to talent and venture capital.

  • Flexible space, often at lower cost: Options for startups, growth companies, and established businesses, often priced below nearby submarkets.
  • Walkable business districts: Downtown, the Pruneyard, and Hamilton Plaza put employees within steps of dining, transit and services.
  • Diverse innovation base: Whether it’s AI, semiconductor design, or other emerging tech, Campbell is a place where new ideas get off the ground.

A manufacturing robot armIndustry, manufacturing and Hardware

Campbell’s industrial base includes companies producing precision components, tools, and devices, alongside hardware firms building and prototyping locally. The city also retains a diverse mix of light-industrial uses, from fabrication shops to building materials suppliers, supporting both innovation and the everyday needs of the region’s economy. Businesses benefit from to suppliers, customers, transportation networks, and skilled labor.

  • Light-industrial advantage: Campbell still offers the kind of small-scale light industrial space that is getting harder find elsewhere in Silicon Valley.
  • Lower cost, more options: Companies find rents below neighboring submarkets, leaving more room to invest in equipment and staff.
  • Mix of legacy and new: Longtime machine shops share the market with startups like Orbital Composites, building drones for space.

A computer screen with medical stuff on it Med Tech

A growing cluster of companies in Campbell is developing medical devices, diagnostics, and software to improve health outcomes and delivery. Campbell’s location offers proximity to top institutions alongside an easier, small-city business environment.

  • Anchored by leaders: Imperative Care in neurovascular devices, Shifamed’s innovation hub, and emerging startups like MedicareDrop.
  • Close to the experts: Stanford, UCSF, and other Bay Area research networks are within reach for clinical trials, partnerships, and talent.
  • Space to scale: Flexible industrial and office options support both R&D and manufacturing for growing firms.

An icon of a lawyerProfessional Services

Accountants, architects, engineers, law firms, and consultants form a strong backbone of Campbell’s economy. These firms choose Campbell for its central location, professional environment, and easy access to clients across the Bay Area.

  • Client-ready settings: Campbell’s office hubs are surrounded by vibrant cafes, dining, and nightlife that make meeting and entertaining easy.
  • Appealing to talent: The City’s mix of small-town charm and Silicon Valley convenience helps firms recruit and retain.
  • Well-connected: Campbell’s central location puts firms near peers, clients and the region’s labor pools, while offering reverse-commute convenience for many employees.

An icon of a retail store Retail and Restaurants

From downtown boutiques and cafés to national anchors and Michelin-noted dining, Campbell’s retail and dining scene draws visitors from across the region. The City’s shopping districts offer high visibility and access to strong demographics, with The Pruneyard and Downtown Campbell seen as must-visit destinations in the South Bay.

  • High-spending households: Demographic reports show median household incomes of $130K-$150K, well above the state average
  • Traffic that’s trending up: Over the past three years, Downtown Campbell (+16.5%), The Pruneyard (+8.3%), and Hamilton Plaza (+41.3%) have all posted visitation gains.
  • Regional magnet: Downtown Campbell and The Pruneyard consistently attract visitors from across the South Bay, extending beyond their immediate trade area deep into San Jose, Los Gatos and beyond.

Next: Explore the location and lifestyle advantages of a Campbell business address.