There's definitely the stereotypical "hacker"/techie person you mention in San Francisco and Silicon Valley but there's also every other type of person you can

There's definitely the stereotypical "hacker"/techie person you mention in San Francisco and Silicon Valley but there's also every other type of person you can imagine. Generally we have a "live and let live" mentality so people are free to be who they want, even if it's offensive to you. Regarding some specific comments: Hipsterish - Yeah, we are hipsterish because we think of ourselves as trendy. We also are more laid back than New York so t-shirts, jeans, sweatpants, sandals, are all a-ok with us. Yoga - What's wrong with liking yoga? Stretching and meditation have been shown to help clear the mind and improve your mental wellness. Organic Food - We are the pioneers of the organic food movement and have some of the best food in the world. It's just silly to hate organic food on the basis that it's pesticide free. People are passionate about their causes here so they take it to extremes. Feminists - Okay, not touching this one with a ten-foot pole. Spirit Animals - I'm not sure where this stereotype came from but I have to admit I have had multiple conversations at different parties about what everyone's spirit animal is. Roam around the Bay Area, it's a big place, and you'll find people you are interested in hanging out with. You'll find more diversity in Oakland if that's what you're looking for (although there's probably more feminists and activists as well). Stay away from Berkeley because Yoga + Organic Food. Enjoy your stay.