South San Francisco SnackAbility
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Crime in South San Francisco summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in South San Francisco. Key points include:
There were 1,157 total crimes in South San Francisco in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in South San Francisco is 1,859.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in South San Francisco is 300.5 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in South San Francisco is 1,558.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in South San Francisco is -12.27% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In South San Francisco Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
South San Francisco / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,157 | 1,859.3 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 187 | 300.5 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 22 | 35.4 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 151 | 242.7 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 970 | 1,558.8 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 64 | 102.8 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 689 | 1,107.2 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 217 | 348.7 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in South San Francisco summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in South San Francisco. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in South San Francisco is 205 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in South San Francisco is 2.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in South San Francisco is $1,242,213.
The median income in South San Francisco is $136,578.
South San Francisco's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In South San Francisco Comparison Table
| Living Expense | South San Francisco | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 205 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 113 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 112 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 418 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 122 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 118 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 125 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
South San Francisco, CA Weather
The average high in South San Francisco is 66.7° and the average low is 49.1°.
There are 42.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 24.5 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | South San Francisco |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 66.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 49.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 42.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 24.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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South San Francisco Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in South San Francisco
The current population in South San Francisco is 64,305. The population has increased 3.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 64,305 | -0.3% |
| 2023 | 64,487 | -1.7% |
| 2022 | 65,596 | -1.1% |
| 2021 | 66,331 | -0.8% |
| 2020 | 66,878 | -0.8% |
| 2019 | 67,408 | 0.2% |
| 2018 | 67,294 | 0.3% |
| 2017 | 67,120 | 0.8% |
| 2016 | 66,587 | 0.6% |
| 2015 | 66,217 | 1.0% |
| 2014 | 65,537 | 1.4% |
| 2013 | 64,630 | 1.4% |
| 2012 | 63,742 | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 62,822 | 1.3% |
| 2010 | 62,016 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in South San Francisco
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South San Francisco is:
20.0% White with 12,888 White residents.
1.5% African American with 987 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 71 American Indian residents.
41.8% Asian with 26,867 Asian residents.
0.6% Hawaiian with 413 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 206 Other residents.
3.5% Two Or More with 2,250 Two Or More residents.
32.1% Hispanic with 20,623 Hispanic residents.
| Race | South San Francisco | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 20.0% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.5% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 41.8% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.5% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 32.1% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in South San Francisco
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South San Francisco is 49.9% female with 32,067 female residents.
South San Francisco is 50.1% male with 32,237 male residents.
| Gender | South San Francisco | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.1% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in South San Francisco for adults over 25
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10.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed 9-12th grade.
19.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed some college.
9.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed associate's degree.
28.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in South San Francisco completed doctorate degree.
| Education | South San Francisco | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 10.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 19.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For South San Francisco, California
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3.0% of households in South San Francisco earn Less than $10,000.
1.6% of households in South San Francisco earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.8% of households in South San Francisco earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.8% of households in South San Francisco earn $25,000 to $34,999.
6.5% of households in South San Francisco earn $35,000 to $49,999.
9.6% of households in South San Francisco earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.7% of households in South San Francisco earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.3% of households in South San Francisco earn $100,000 to $149,999.
14.5% of households in South San Francisco earn $150,000 to $199,999.
31.2% of households in South San Francisco earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | South San Francisco | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.0% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.6% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.8% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.8% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.5% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9.6% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.7% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.3% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14.5% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 31.2% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
