South San Francisco

South San Francisco neighborhood beneath rolling hills at sunset.

Overview for South San Francisco, CA

64,305 people live in South San Francisco, where the median age is 43.2 and the average individual income is $62,611. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

64,305

Total Population

43.2 years

Median Age

High

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

$62,611

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for South San Francisco, CA

South San Francisco has 21,838 households, with an average household size of 2.9. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in South San Francisco do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 64,305 people call South San Francisco home. The population density is 6,987 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

64,305

Total Population

High

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

43.2 years

Median Age

50 / 50%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
21,838

Total Households

2.9

Average Household Size

$62,611

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in South San Francisco, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby South San Francisco. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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School rating

Around South San Francisco, CA

There's plenty to do around South San Francisco, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

25
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including GenenCafe B32, Pacific Seafood Trading, and A & B Produce.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.16 miles 1 review 3/5 stars
Dining 2.43 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 2.84 miles 1 review 1/5 stars
Dining 2.85 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 2.97 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 3.29 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

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