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851,036
TOTAL POPULATION
438,093
MALE POPULATION
412,943
FEMALE POPULATION
106.09
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.26
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$86,186
PER CAPITA INCOME
$159,981
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$136,689
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,949
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
526,288
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

San Francisco County Area Codes

Race in San Francisco County

The most populous races in San Francisco County are White / Caucasian (356,474 | 41.9%), Asian (296,122 | 34.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (131,517 | 15.4%).
Race in San Francisco County
Race# Population% Population
Asian296,12234.8%
Black / African American44,0585.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific3,3120.4%
Hispanic or Latino131,51715.4%
Native / Alaskan4,7250.6%
White / Caucasian356,47441.9%
Two or more Races80,8589.5%
Some other Race65,4877.7%
Total851,036100.0%

Ancestry in San Francisco County

The most populous ancestries reported in San Francisco County are Indian (Asian) (198,779 | 23.4%), Mexican (65,389 | 7.7%), Irish (63,955 | 7.5%), German (59,393 | 7.0%), and English (48,882 | 5.7%), together accounting for 51.3% of all San Francisco County residents.
Ancestry in San Francisco County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan2610.0%
African2,2320.3%
Alaska Native650.0%
Albanian2260.0%
Aleut180.0%
Alsatian380.0%
American19,6292.3%
Apache9880.1%
Arab8,9681.1%
Arapaho80.0%
Argentinean1,3350.2%
Armenian2,1640.3%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac4630.1%
Australian1,0940.1%
Austrian2,3910.3%
Bangladeshi3070.0%
Barbadian810.0%
Basque4730.1%
Belgian1,0510.1%
Belizean440.0%
Bermudan320.0%
Bhutanese16,9452.0%
Blackfeet1720.0%
Bolivian2330.0%
Brazilian2,2050.3%
British6,9020.8%
British West Indian890.0%
Bulgarian5640.1%
Burmese15,7051.8%
Cajun850.0%
Cambodian5380.1%
Canadian1,9230.2%
Cape Verdean1630.0%
Celtic1200.0%
Central American34,4224.0%
Central American Indian1,9180.2%
Cherokee1,3940.2%
Cheyenne80.0%
Chickasaw1200.0%
Chilean8580.1%
Chinese1320.0%
Chippewa3360.0%
Choctaw5230.1%
Colombian2,2950.3%
Comanche140.0%
Costa Rican5950.1%
Cree270.0%
Creek1280.0%
Croatian1,7520.2%
Crow630.0%
Cuban2,1270.3%
Cypriot150.0%
Czech2,5190.3%
Czechoslovakian2500.0%
Danish2,8480.3%
Delaware500.0%
Dominican3060.0%
Dutch5,4770.6%
Dutch West Indian830.0%
Eastern European6,5560.8%
Ecuadorian6810.1%
Egyptian1,0020.1%
English48,8825.7%
Estonian140.0%
Ethiopian1,6710.2%
European17,9762.1%
Fijian70.0%
Filipino4,7220.5%
Finnish1,6550.2%
French18,0782.1%
French American Indian450.0%
French Canadian2,3320.3%
German59,3937.0%
German Russian100.0%
Ghanaian1730.0%
Greek4,9070.6%
Guamanian / Chamorro6820.1%
Guatemalan5,9780.7%
Guyanese2010.0%
Haitian3660.0%
Honduran3,1320.4%
Hopi680.0%
Hungarian3,1660.4%
Icelander1600.0%
Indian (Asian)198,77923.4%
Indonesian9360.1%
Iranian3,6420.4%
Iraqi6390.1%
Irish63,9557.5%
Iroquois2010.0%
Israeli7490.1%
Italian38,4974.5%
Jamaican9820.1%
Japanese1,8060.2%
Jordanian2030.0%
Kenyan4200.1%
Kiowa150.0%
Korean43,5315.1%
Laotian1,1600.1%
Latvian4890.1%
Lebanese1,9510.2%
Liberian1380.0%
Lithuanian2,3600.3%
Lumbee200.0%
Luxembourger620.0%
Macedonian1710.0%
Malaysian9450.1%
Maltese2220.0%
Menominee60.0%
Mexican65,3897.7%
Mexican American Indian1,8010.2%
Mongolian4140.1%
Moroccan5930.1%
Native Hawaiian1,8710.2%
Navajo4480.1%
Nepalese70.0%
New Zealander2080.0%
Nicaraguan7,3910.9%
Nigerian1,0070.1%
Northern European2,6460.3%
Norwegian7,2990.9%
Okinawan1620.0%
Osage120.0%
Paiute1040.0%
Pakistani2,5870.3%
Palestinian5690.1%
Panamanian6740.1%
Paraguayan1340.0%
Pennsylvania German740.0%
Peruvian4,2480.5%
Pima180.0%
Polish15,2131.8%
Portuguese4,0250.5%
Pueblo1180.0%
Puerto Rican6,0220.7%
Romanian1,5360.2%
Russian15,3471.8%
Salvadoran16,4481.9%
Samoan2,0380.2%
Scandinavian1,7340.2%
Scotch-Irish3,7640.4%
Scottish11,0381.3%
Seminole1440.0%
Senegalese190.0%
Serbian6610.1%
Sierra Leonean430.0%
Sioux2830.0%
Slavic2810.0%
Slovak9330.1%
Slovene7570.1%
Somali120.0%
South African4310.1%
South American11,3191.3%
South American Indian2130.0%
Soviet Union480.0%
Spaniard3,7260.4%
Spanish3,0920.4%
Spanish American680.0%
Spanish American Indian680.0%
Sri Lankan21,8122.6%
Subsaharan African6,9590.8%
Sudanese1360.0%
Swedish8,6961.0%
Swiss2,5250.3%
Syrian6710.1%
Taiwanese250.0%
Thai27,6133.2%
Tlingit-Haida420.0%
Tongan4290.1%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian590.0%
Turkish1,5870.2%
U.S. Virgin Islander20.0%
Ugandan1350.0%
Ukrainian5,4540.6%
Uruguayan3330.0%
Ute140.0%
Venezuelan1,1110.1%
Vietnamese3350.0%
Welsh3,2980.4%
West Indian2320.0%
Yaqui920.0%
Yugoslavian2440.0%
Yup'ik170.0%
Zimbabwean450.0%
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Immigrants in San Francisco County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in San Francisco County came from Asia (185,660 | 21.8%), Eastern Asia (116,794 | 13.7%), China (105,337 | 12.4%), Latin America (51,329 | 6.0%), and South Eastern Asia (45,802 | 5.4%), together accounting for 59.3% of all San Francisco County residents.
Immigrants in San Francisco County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan1580.0%
Africa4,7290.6%
Albania710.0%
Argentina7130.1%
Armenia3310.0%
Asia185,66021.8%
Australia2,0090.2%
Austria2960.0%
Azores80.0%
Bahamas550.0%
Bangladesh4060.1%
Barbados460.0%
Belarus5850.1%
Belgium9060.1%
Belize1020.0%
Bolivia810.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina1040.0%
Brazil3,0100.4%
Bulgaria3320.0%
Cabo Verde800.0%
Cambodia8870.1%
Cameroon520.0%
Canada5,3540.6%
Caribbean1,3180.2%
Central America40,0184.7%
Chile3100.0%
China105,33712.4%
Colombia1,4840.2%
Costa Rica2490.0%
Croatia1340.0%
Cuba4600.1%
Czechoslovakia1670.0%
Denmark3490.0%
Dominican Republic1020.0%
Eastern Africa1,6660.2%
Eastern Asia116,79413.7%
Eastern Europe13,9951.6%
Ecuador1540.0%
Egypt4070.1%
El Salvador9,2401.1%
England1,5480.2%
Eritrea2130.0%
Ethiopia6780.1%
Europe37,4684.4%
Fiji2640.0%
France4,3830.5%
Germany3,2180.4%
Ghana570.0%
Greece4070.1%
Grenada330.0%
Guatemala3,7180.4%
Guyana960.0%
Haiti420.0%
Honduras2,2600.3%
Hong Kong15,2011.8%
Hungary4740.1%
India12,8311.5%
Indonesia9340.1%
Iran2,0030.2%
Iraq2510.0%
Ireland2,9240.3%
Israel7810.1%
Italy2,0770.2%
Jamaica4400.1%
Japan4,5050.5%
Jordan2540.0%
Kazakhstan2590.0%
Kenya4910.1%
Korea6,7050.8%
Kuwait860.0%
Laos4140.1%
Latin America51,3296.0%
Latvia1260.0%
Lebanon3710.0%
Liberia1110.0%
Lithuania1780.0%
Malaysia1,0960.1%
Mexico20,4572.4%
Middle Africa520.0%
Moldova3950.1%
Morocco3840.1%
Nepal7400.1%
Netherlands5860.1%
Nicaragua3,6180.4%
Nigeria4630.1%
North Macedonia640.0%
Northern Africa1,4070.2%
Northern Europe9,4671.1%
Norway2470.0%
Oceania3,6290.4%
Pakistan7450.1%
Panama3710.0%
Peru2,7120.3%
Philippines22,0802.6%
Poland6300.1%
Portugal1020.0%
Romania4380.1%
Russia5,1520.6%
Saudi Arabia1540.0%
Scotland2140.0%
Senegal100.0%
Serbia260.0%
Sierra Leone130.0%
Singapore7800.1%
Somalia800.0%
South Africa5820.1%
South America9,9931.2%
South Central Asia17,7332.1%
South Eastern Asia45,8025.4%
Southern Europe3,8910.5%
Spain1,2710.2%
Sri Lanka2770.0%
Sudan480.0%
Sweden4350.1%
Switzerland4900.1%
Syria2720.0%
Taiwan5,5630.6%
Thailand1,7920.2%
Trinidad and Tobago740.0%
Turkey1,0340.1%
Uganda370.0%
Ukraine4,1060.5%
Uruguay2500.0%
Uzbekistan2840.0%
Venezuela9810.1%
Vietnam14,7461.7%
West Indies40.0%
Western Africa9400.1%
Western Asia5,0640.6%
Western Europe9,9341.2%
Yemen8470.1%
Zimbabwe500.0%
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Sex and Age in San Francisco County

Sex and Age in San Francisco County

The most populous age groups in San Francisco County are 30 to 34 Years (52,238 | 11.9%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (46,235 | 11.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in San Francisco County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18,603 (4.3%)17,974 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years15,427 (3.5%)14,817 (3.6%)
10 to 14 Years16,039 (3.7%)15,108 (3.7%)
15 to 19 Years14,884 (3.4%)15,176 (3.7%)
20 to 24 Years20,979 (4.8%)21,686 (5.2%)
25 to 29 Years45,565 (10.4%)42,397 (10.3%)
30 to 34 Years52,238 (11.9%)46,235 (11.2%)
35 to 39 Years42,688 (9.7%)35,845 (8.7%)
40 to 44 Years31,508 (7.2%)27,997 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years30,862 (7.0%)26,036 (6.3%)
50 to 54 Years30,740 (7.0%)25,043 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years28,175 (6.4%)23,568 (5.7%)
60 to 64 Years25,704 (5.9%)23,623 (5.7%)
65 to 69 Years21,818 (5.0%)21,611 (5.2%)
70 to 74 Years17,053 (3.9%)19,411 (4.7%)
75 to 79 Years10,629 (2.4%)12,555 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years7,086 (1.6%)9,313 (2.3%)
85 Years and over8,095 (1.8%)14,548 (3.5%)
Total438,093 (100.0%)412,943 (100.0%)

Families and Households in San Francisco County

Median Family Size in San Francisco County

The median family size in San Francisco County is 3.07 persons per family, with single female/mother families (27,515 | 16.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (13,131 | 7.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.87 persons per family.
Median Family Size in San Francisco County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple129,039 (76.0%)3.06
Single Male/Father13,131 (7.7%)2.87
Single Female/Mother27,515 (16.2%)3.19
Total Families169,685 (100.0%)3.07

Median Household Size in San Francisco County

The median household size in San Francisco County is 2.29 persons per household, with single female/mother households (27,515 | 7.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.49 persons per household. non-family households (191,157 | 53.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.49 persons per household.
Median Household Size in San Francisco County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple129,039 (35.8%)3.14
Single Male/Father13,131 (3.6%)3.19
Single Female/Mother27,515 (7.6%)3.49
Non-family191,157 (53.0%)1.49
Total Households360,842 (100.0%)2.29

Household Size by Marriage Status in San Francisco County

Out of a total of 360,842 households in San Francisco County, 169,685 (47.0%) are family households, while 191,157 (53.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 77,752, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 133,766.
Household Size by Marriage Status in San Francisco County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-133,766 (37.1%)
2-Person Households77,752 (21.5%)40,839 (11.3%)
3-Person Households39,715 (11.0%)10,364 (2.9%)
4-Person Households31,572 (8.7%)4,220 (1.2%)
5-Person Households11,392 (3.2%)1,313 (0.4%)
6-Person Households4,948 (1.4%)224 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households4,306 (1.2%)431 (0.1%)
Total169,685 (47.0%)191,157 (53.0%)

Female Fertility in San Francisco County

Fertility by Age in San Francisco County

Average fertility rate in San Francisco County is 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 52.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in San Francisco County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years65 (0.8%)4.0
20 to 34 years3,758 (46.4%)34.0
35 to 50 years4,274 (52.8%)45.0
Total8,097 (100.0%)37.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in San Francisco County

82.8% of women with births (8,097) in San Francisco County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 11.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in San Francisco County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years2,924 (77.8%)834 (22.2%)
35 to 50 years3,778 (88.4%)496 (11.6%)
Total6,704 (82.8%)1,393 (17.2%)

Fertility by Education in San Francisco County

Average fertility rate in San Francisco County is 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 52.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 26.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 36.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in San Francisco County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School480 (5.9%)26.0
High School Diploma802 (9.9%)42.0
College or Associate's Degree1,053 (13.0%)30.0
Bachelor's Degree2,817 (34.8%)31.0
Graduate Degree2,945 (36.4%)52.0
Total8,097 (100.0%)37.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in San Francisco County

17.2% of women with births in San Francisco County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 95.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 56.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in San Francisco County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School211 (44.0%)269 (56.0%)
High School Diploma368 (45.9%)434 (54.1%)
College or Associate's Degree712 (67.6%)341 (32.4%)
Bachelor's Degree2,611 (92.7%)206 (7.3%)
Graduate Degree2,798 (95.0%)147 (5.0%)
Total6,704 (82.8%)1,393 (17.2%)

Income in San Francisco County

Income Overview in San Francisco County

Per Capita Income in San Francisco County is $86,186, while median incomes of families and households are $159,981 and $136,689 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income851,036$86,186
Median Family Income169,685$159,981
Mean Family Income169,685$232,466
Median Household Income360,842$136,689
Mean Household Income360,842$197,408
Income Deficit169,685$9,949
Wage / Income Gap (%)851,03619.83%
Wage / Income Gap ($)851,03680.17¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index851,0360.52

Earnings by Sex in San Francisco County

Average Earnings in San Francisco County are $78,669, $87,411 for men and $70,078 for women, a difference of 19.8%.
Earnings by Sex in San Francisco County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male290,965 (54.0%)$87,411
Female248,122 (46.0%)$70,078
Total539,087 (100.0%)$78,669

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in San Francisco County

The most common earnings brackets in San Francisco County are $100,000+ for men (131,786 | 45.3%) and $100,000+ for women (88,012 | 35.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in San Francisco County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less7,951 (2.7%)8,820 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9995,452 (1.9%)6,195 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4995,362 (1.8%)6,957 (2.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9993,082 (1.1%)5,242 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4995,970 (2.1%)5,516 (2.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9994,978 (1.7%)4,428 (1.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4994,781 (1.6%)5,000 (2.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992,644 (0.9%)3,096 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4994,722 (1.6%)4,173 (1.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9995,049 (1.7%)5,388 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9999,799 (3.4%)8,479 (3.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9998,274 (2.8%)9,076 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $39,9997,476 (2.6%)7,064 (2.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9999,097 (3.1%)7,123 (2.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9998,899 (3.1%)7,582 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9997,476 (2.6%)7,556 (3.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99914,922 (5.1%)15,547 (6.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99913,965 (4.8%)13,007 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99929,280 (10.1%)29,861 (12.0%)
$100,000+131,786 (45.3%)88,012 (35.5%)
Total290,965 (100.0%)248,122 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in San Francisco County

Average earnings in San Francisco County are $94,088 for men and $77,182 for women, a difference of 18.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $160,904, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,370. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $114,896, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,503.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in San Francisco County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,370$27,503
High School Diploma$41,926$33,866
College or Associate's Degree$56,207$45,994
Bachelor's Degree$118,073$92,003
Graduate Degree$160,904$114,896
Total$94,088$77,182

Family Income in San Francisco County

Family Income Brackets in San Francisco County

According to the San Francisco County family income data, there are 69,231 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2,545 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in San Francisco County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003,3942.0%
$10,000 to $14,9992,5451.5%
$15,000 to $24,9996,6183.9%
$25,000 to $34,9995,9393.5%
$35,000 to $49,9998,4845.0%
$50,000 to $74,99913,5758.0%
$75,000 to $99,99915,6119.2%
$100,000 to $149,99923,75614.0%
$150,000 to $199,99920,53212.1%
$200,000+69,23140.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in San Francisco County

4-person families (30,322 | 17.9%) account for the highest median family income in San Francisco County with $194,815 per family, while 2-person families (83,821 | 49.4%) have the highest median income of $73,421 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in San Francisco County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families83,821 (49.4%)$146,842
3-Person Families38,287 (22.6%)$169,136
4-Person Families30,322 (17.9%)$194,815
5-Person Families10,421 (6.1%)$157,917
6-Person Families4,078 (2.4%)$139,968
7+ Person Families2,756 (1.6%)$173,000
Total169,685 (100.0%)$159,981

Family Income by Number of Earners in San Francisco County

The median family income in San Francisco County is $159,981, with families comprising 2 earners (85,585) having the highest median family income of $227,645, while families with no earners (21,058) have the lowest median family income of $50,105, accounting for 50.4% and 12.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in San Francisco County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners21,058 (12.4%)$50,105
1 Earner43,311 (25.5%)$102,744
2 Earners85,585 (50.4%)$227,645
3+ Earners19,731 (11.6%)$174,512
Total169,685 (100.0%)$159,981

Household Income in San Francisco County

Household Income Brackets in San Francisco County

With 126,295 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in San Francisco County, accounting for 35.0% of all households. In contrast, only 15,155 households (4.2%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in San Francisco County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00015,1554.2%
$10,000 to $14,99916,2384.5%
$15,000 to $24,99917,6814.9%
$25,000 to $34,99915,1554.2%
$35,000 to $49,99918,7645.2%
$50,000 to $74,99930,3118.4%
$75,000 to $99,99931,0328.6%
$100,000 to $149,99949,07513.6%
$150,000 to $199,99941,49711.5%
$200,000+126,29535.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in San Francisco County

The median household income in San Francisco County is $136,689, with the highest median household income of $194,281 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 149,236 households (41.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $65,369, with 84,354 households (23.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in San Francisco County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years10,066 (2.8%)$93,352
25 to 44 Years149,236 (41.4%)$194,281
45 to 64 Years117,186 (32.5%)$128,992
65+ Years84,354 (23.4%)$65,369
Total360,842 (100.0%)$136,689

Poverty in San Francisco County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in San Francisco County

With 10.0% poverty level for males and 11.0% for females among the residents of San Francisco County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5,251 males (21.0%) and 5,766 females (23.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in San Francisco County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years907 (5.1%)1,149 (6.6%)
5 Years94 (3.2%)290 (9.9%)
6 to 11 Years1,479 (8.0%)1,895 (10.6%)
12 to 14 Years929 (9.9%)788 (9.1%)
15 Years481 (19.6%)492 (16.2%)
16 and 17 Years933 (15.1%)551 (10.0%)
18 to 24 Years5,251 (21.0%)5,766 (23.4%)
25 to 34 Years6,330 (6.5%)6,698 (7.6%)
35 to 44 Years5,669 (7.7%)4,751 (7.4%)
45 to 54 Years5,440 (8.9%)4,609 (9.0%)
55 to 64 Years7,608 (14.2%)4,552 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years4,781 (12.4%)5,287 (13.0%)
75 Years and over3,244 (12.9%)7,875 (22.2%)
Total43,146 (10.0%)44,703 (11.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in San Francisco County

According to the poverty statistics in San Francisco County, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.8% of males and 93.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in San Francisco County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16,935 (94.9%)16,385 (93.4%)
5 Years2,832 (96.8%)2,644 (90.1%)
6 to 11 Years16,984 (92.0%)15,908 (89.4%)
12 to 14 Years8,499 (90.1%)7,883 (90.9%)
15 Years1,972 (80.4%)2,543 (83.8%)
16 and 17 Years5,242 (84.9%)4,958 (90.0%)
18 to 24 Years19,706 (79.0%)18,845 (76.6%)
25 to 34 Years90,998 (93.5%)81,381 (92.4%)
35 to 44 Years68,106 (92.3%)58,997 (92.5%)
45 to 54 Years55,939 (91.1%)46,417 (91.0%)
55 to 64 Years45,884 (85.8%)42,435 (90.3%)
65 to 74 Years33,685 (87.6%)35,365 (87.0%)
75 Years and over21,944 (87.1%)27,552 (77.8%)
Total388,726 (90.0%)361,313 (89.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in San Francisco County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in San Francisco County show that 3.4% or 4,347 of the total 129,039 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.2%, comprising of 406 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in San Francisco County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children77,999 (96.8%)2,618 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children41,883 (96.9%)1,323 (3.1%)
3 or 4 Children4,557 (91.8%)406 (8.2%)
5 or more Children253 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total124,692 (96.6%)4,347 (3.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in San Francisco County

According to the poverty data in San Francisco County, 6.7% or 879 single-father households and 15.2% or 4,185 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (13.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (26.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in San Francisco County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children443 (5.1%)1,279 (8.5%)
1 or 2 Children398 (9.8%)2,623 (23.3%)
3 or 4 Children38 (13.2%)271 (23.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)12 (26.7%)
Total879 (6.7%)4,185 (15.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in San Francisco County

The poverty data for San Francisco County shows that 4,347 of the married-couple family households (3.4%) and 5,064 of the single-parent households (12.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 406 households (8.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 household (26.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in San Francisco County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children2,618 (3.3%)1,722 (7.2%)
1 or 2 Children1,323 (3.1%)3,021 (19.7%)
3 or 4 Children406 (8.2%)309 (21.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)12 (26.7%)
Total4,347 (3.4%)5,064 (12.5%)

Employment Characteristics in San Francisco County

Employment by Class of Employer in San Francisco County

Among the 487,526 employed individuals in San Francisco County, private company employees (333,338 | 68.4%), not-for-profit organizations (44,270 | 9.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (33,809 | 6.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in San Francisco County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees333,33868.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)16,8423.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)33,8096.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations44,2709.1%
Local Government Employees31,4546.5%
State Government Employees17,8463.7%
Federal Government Employees9,0701.9%
Unpaid Family Workers8970.2%
Total487,526100.0%

Employment Status by Age in San Francisco County

According to the labor force statistics for San Francisco County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (747,568), 70.4% or 526,288 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 28,420 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 92.2% or 90,792 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.6% or 1,230 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in San Francisco County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years7,884 (32.1%)1,230 (15.6%)
20 to 24 Years31,700 (74.3%)2,156 (6.8%)
25 to 29 Years79,782 (90.7%)3,590 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Years90,792 (92.2%)3,722 (4.1%)
35 to 44 Years122,716 (88.9%)5,890 (4.8%)
45 to 54 Years95,892 (85.1%)5,658 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years38,393 (74.2%)2,304 (6.0%)
60 to 64 Years31,471 (63.8%)1,794 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years23,648 (29.6%)1,726 (7.3%)
75 Years and over4,169 (6.7%)175 (4.2%)
Total526,288 (70.4%)28,420 (5.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in San Francisco County

According to labor force statistics for San Francisco County, 85.3% of individuals (459,105) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (538,224) are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 22,955 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.0% or 319,498 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.5% or 2,712 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in San Francisco County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School28,546 (68.6%)3,953 (9.5%)
High School Diploma40,472 (72.4%)5,199 (9.3%)
College / Associate Degree70,437 (78.6%)6,183 (6.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher319,498 (91.0%)12,639 (3.6%)
Total459,105 (85.3%)26,911 (5.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in San Francisco County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in San Francisco County are Management (82,467 | 16.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (78,055 | 15.7%), Community & Social Service (70,301 | 14.1%), Computers & Mathematics (50,810 | 10.2%), and Business & Financial (50,147 | 10.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in San Francisco County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in San Francisco County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (77.2%), Architecture & Engineering (74.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (71.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (69.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (69.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (63.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in San Francisco County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management46,285 (56.1%)36,182 (43.9%)
Business & Financial23,855 (47.6%)26,292 (52.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science56,146 (71.9%)21,909 (28.1%)
Computers & Mathematics39,208 (77.2%)11,602 (22.8%)
Architecture & Engineering10,605 (74.9%)3,564 (25.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science6,333 (48.4%)6,743 (51.6%)
Community & Social Service 31,741 (45.2%)38,560 (54.8%)
Education, Arts & Media2,768 (43.0%)3,674 (57.0%)
Legal Services & Support6,723 (49.2%)6,933 (50.8%)
Education Instruction & Library9,176 (36.0%)16,275 (63.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment13,074 (52.8%)11,678 (47.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating8,654 (31.0%)19,299 (69.0%)
Health Technologists6,782 (30.4%)15,540 (69.6%)
Total (Category)166,681 (54.0%)142,242 (46.0%)
Total (Overall)268,350 (53.9%)229,531 (46.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in San Francisco County are Food Preparation & Serving (22,915 | 4.6%), Healthcare Support (13,605 | 2.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (12,372 | 2.5%), Personal Care & Service (11,975 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (6,109 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in San Francisco County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in San Francisco County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (81.8%), Security & Protection (77.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (75.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (73.4%), Healthcare Support (72.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in San Francisco County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support3,792 (27.9%)9,813 (72.1%)
Security & Protection4,728 (77.4%)1,381 (22.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention3,241 (75.5%)1,049 (24.4%)
Law Enforcement1,487 (81.8%)332 (18.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving13,804 (60.2%)9,111 (39.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance6,092 (49.2%)6,280 (50.8%)
Personal Care & Service3,188 (26.6%)8,787 (73.4%)
Total (Category)31,604 (47.2%)35,372 (52.8%)
Total (Overall)268,350 (53.9%)229,531 (46.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in San Francisco County are Sales & Related (42,140 | 8.5%), and Office & Administration (38,299 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in San Francisco County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in San Francisco County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related22,819 (54.1%)19,321 (45.9%)
Office & Administration13,327 (34.8%)24,972 (65.2%)
Total (Category)36,146 (44.9%)44,293 (55.1%)
Total (Overall)268,350 (53.9%)229,531 (46.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in San Francisco County are Construction & Extraction (8,557 | 1.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (4,901 | 1.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (400 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in San Francisco County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in San Francisco County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry213 (53.2%)187 (46.8%)
Construction & Extraction8,364 (97.7%)193 (2.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair4,695 (95.8%)206 (4.2%)
Total (Category)13,272 (95.8%)586 (4.2%)
Total (Overall)268,350 (53.9%)229,531 (46.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in San Francisco County are Transportation (10,893 | 2.2%), Production (10,100 | 2.0%), and Material Moving (6,692 | 1.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in San Francisco County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in San Francisco County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production6,715 (66.5%)3,385 (33.5%)
Transportation9,025 (82.9%)1,868 (17.2%)
Material Moving4,907 (73.3%)1,785 (26.7%)
Total (Category)20,647 (74.6%)7,038 (25.4%)
Total (Overall)268,350 (53.9%)229,531 (46.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in San Francisco County

Employment Industries in San Francisco County

The major employment industries in San Francisco County include Professional & Scientific (112,825 | 22.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (58,445 | 11.7%), Retail Trade (42,015 | 8.4%), Educational Services (38,080 | 7.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (32,814 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in San Francisco County

Employment Industries by Sex in San Francisco County

The San Francisco County industries that see more men than women are Construction (85.5%), Transportation & Warehousing (73.0%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (70.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (68.8%), Educational Services (61.8%), and Public Administration (50.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in San Francisco County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting414 (51.6%)388 (48.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction31 (70.5%)13 (29.5%)
Construction13,472 (85.5%)2,294 (14.5%)
Manufacturing16,075 (64.0%)9,040 (36.0%)
Wholesale Trade4,968 (60.8%)3,206 (39.2%)
Retail Trade21,036 (50.1%)20,979 (49.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing15,184 (73.0%)5,620 (27.0%)
Utilities1,559 (65.1%)837 (34.9%)
Information19,308 (62.1%)11,808 (38.0%)
Finance & Insurance17,878 (60.0%)11,913 (40.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing7,286 (60.2%)4,814 (39.8%)
Professional & Scientific66,474 (58.9%)46,351 (41.1%)
Enterprise Management564 (51.4%)534 (48.6%)
Administrative & Support9,614 (55.3%)7,784 (44.7%)
Educational Services14,531 (38.2%)23,549 (61.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance18,225 (31.2%)40,220 (68.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation6,303 (53.3%)5,523 (46.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services18,767 (57.2%)14,047 (42.8%)
Public Administration8,437 (49.6%)8,562 (50.4%)
Total268,350 (53.9%)229,531 (46.1%)

Education in San Francisco County

School Enrollment in San Francisco County

The most common levels of schooling among the 153,429 students in San Francisco County are college / undergraduate (43,474 | 28.3%), high school (24,116 | 15.7%), and elementary school (23,993 | 15.6%).
School Enrollment in San Francisco County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool12,1357.9%
Kindergarten5,8923.8%
Elementary School23,99315.6%
Middle School23,36015.2%
High School24,11615.7%
College / Undergraduate43,47428.3%
Graduate / Professional20,45913.3%
Total153,429100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in San Francisco County

Out of a total of 153,429 students who are enrolled in schools in San Francisco County, 50,785 (33.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 102,644 (66.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6,966 (69.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 12,685 (74.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in San Francisco County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3,031 (30.3%)6,966 (69.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old19,674 (67.7%)9,390 (32.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds20,096 (66.1%)10,298 (33.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds12,685 (74.2%)4,418 (25.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds8,263 (71.8%)3,246 (28.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds13,423 (70.8%)5,544 (29.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds14,649 (69.2%)6,531 (30.8%)
35 Years and over10,851 (71.3%)4,364 (28.7%)
Total102,644 (66.9%)50,785 (33.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in San Francisco County

Business (72,860 | 16.2%), social sciences (60,458 | 13.4%), engineering (42,884 | 9.5%), computers & mathematics (37,133 | 8.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (33,959 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 451,107 individuals in San Francisco County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in San Francisco County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics37,1338.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural33,9597.5%
Physical & Health Sciences11,1352.5%
Psychology22,9725.1%
Social Sciences60,45813.4%
Engineering42,8849.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies6,4611.4%
Science & Technology27,1686.0%
Business72,86016.2%
Education12,9232.9%
Literature & Languages30,3486.7%
Liberal Arts & History25,6415.7%
Visual & Performing Arts32,6147.2%
Communications21,1764.7%
Arts & Humanities13,3753.0%
Total451,107100.0%

Transportation & Commute in San Francisco County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in San Francisco County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in San Francisco County are males with 1 vehicle (103,688, accounting for 39.7%) and females with 1 vehicle (92,443, making up 46.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in San Francisco County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle56,016 (21.5%)44,221 (20.0%)
1 Vehicle103,688 (39.7%)92,443 (41.7%)
2 Vehicles63,300 (24.2%)54,280 (24.5%)
3 Vehicles24,572 (9.4%)20,588 (9.3%)
4 Vehicles9,177 (3.5%)6,765 (3.1%)
5 or more Vehicles4,286 (1.6%)3,113 (1.4%)
Total261,039 (100.0%)221,410 (100.0%)

Commute Time in San Francisco County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in San Francisco County are 30 to 34 minutes (73,901 commuters, 19.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (53,969 commuters, 14.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (46,163 commuters, 12.4%).
Commute Time in San Francisco County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5,3191.4%
5 to 9 Minutes14,0263.8%
10 to 14 Minutes28,7917.7%
15 to 19 Minutes46,16312.4%
20 to 24 Minutes53,96914.4%
25 to 29 Minutes26,8617.2%
30 to 34 Minutes73,90119.8%
35 to 39 Minutes14,6813.9%
40 to 44 Minutes21,3685.7%
45 to 59 Minutes40,71710.9%
60 to 89 Minutes35,4889.5%
90 or more Minutes12,2273.3%

Commute Time by Sex in San Francisco County

The most common commute times in San Francisco County are 30 to 34 minutes (38,467 commuters, 19.1%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (35,434 commuters, 20.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in San Francisco County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes3,071 (1.5%)2,248 (1.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes7,399 (3.7%)6,627 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes15,425 (7.6%)13,366 (7.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes26,292 (13.0%)19,871 (11.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes29,001 (14.4%)24,968 (14.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes15,043 (7.5%)11,818 (6.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes38,467 (19.1%)35,434 (20.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes7,087 (3.5%)7,594 (4.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes11,377 (5.6%)9,991 (5.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes21,919 (10.9%)18,798 (10.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes19,405 (9.6%)16,083 (9.3%)
90 or more Minutes7,086 (3.5%)5,141 (3.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in San Francisco County

The most frequent times of departure to work in San Francisco County are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (33,170, 16.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (32,914, 19.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in San Francisco County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5,484 (2.7%)2,471 (1.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM3,536 (1.8%)1,773 (1.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM4,007 (2.0%)2,743 (1.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM10,590 (5.2%)7,257 (4.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM12,654 (6.3%)10,640 (6.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM24,978 (12.4%)21,377 (12.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM22,878 (11.4%)25,067 (14.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM33,170 (16.5%)32,914 (19.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM20,660 (10.2%)20,020 (11.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM28,306 (14.0%)22,747 (13.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM10,297 (5.1%)7,054 (4.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM3,513 (1.7%)3,358 (1.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12,438 (6.2%)9,264 (5.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM9,061 (4.5%)5,254 (3.1%)
Total201,572 (100.0%)171,939 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in San Francisco County

Occupancy by Ownership in San Francisco County

Of the total 360,842 dwellings in San Francisco County, owner-occupied units account for 139,117 (38.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 221,725 (61.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in San Francisco County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units139,11738.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units221,72561.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units360,842100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in San Francisco County

Occupancy by Household Size in San Francisco County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household133,76637.1%
2-Person Household118,59132.9%
3-Person Household50,07913.9%
4+ Person Household58,40616.2%
Total Housing Units360,842100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in San Francisco County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in San Francisco County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household36,146 (27.0%)97,620 (73.0%)
2-Person Household47,445 (40.0%)71,146 (60.0%)
3-Person Household22,394 (44.7%)27,685 (55.3%)
4+ Person Household33,132 (56.7%)25,274 (43.3%)
Total Housing Units139,117 (38.6%)221,725 (61.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in San Francisco County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in San Francisco County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School10,225 (32.4%)21,311 (67.6%)
High School Diploma12,200 (36.8%)20,980 (63.2%)
College/Associate Degree23,249 (36.9%)39,683 (63.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher93,443 (40.1%)139,751 (59.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in San Francisco County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in San Francisco County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years89,32224.7%
35 to 44 Years69,98019.4%
45 to 54 Years61,42417.0%
55 to 64 Years55,76215.4%
65 to 74 Years46,03312.8%
75 to 84 Years24,4986.8%
85 Years and Over13,8233.8%
Total360,842100.0%

Housing Finances in San Francisco County

Median Income by Occupancy in San Francisco County

Median Income by Occupancy in San Francisco County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied139,117 (38.6%)$174,000
Renter-Occupied221,725 (61.5%)$113,478
Average360,842 (100.0%)$136,689

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in San Francisco County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in San Francisco County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002,866 (2.1%)6,644 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $9,999953 (0.7%)4,826 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $14,9992,068 (1.5%)14,039 (6.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,607 (1.2%)7,034 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,742 (1.3%)7,220 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9994,340 (3.1%)10,662 (4.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9995,455 (3.9%)13,198 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99910,790 (7.8%)19,685 (8.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99912,116 (8.7%)18,842 (8.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99918,858 (13.6%)30,259 (13.7%)
$150,000 or more78,322 (56.3%)89,316 (40.3%)
Total139,117 (100.0%)221,725 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in San Francisco County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in San Francisco County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,837 (2.0%)5,755 (2.6%)
$300 to $4997,254 (5.2%)11,656 (5.3%)
$500 to $79912,362 (8.9%)10,344 (4.7%)
$800 to $9997,338 (5.3%)8,147 (3.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49911,642 (8.4%)25,506 (11.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9999,226 (6.6%)27,931 (12.6%)
$2,000 to $2,4999,156 (6.6%)29,867 (13.5%)
$2,500 to $2,9999,301 (6.7%)23,880 (10.8%)
$3,000 or more70,001 (50.3%)73,329 (33.1%)
Total139,117 (100.0%)221,725 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in San Francisco County

Housing Structures in San Francisco County

Housing Structures in San Francisco County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached70,42719.5%
Single Unit, Attached46,85913.0%
2 Unit Apartments34,0729.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments39,98811.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments33,4639.3%
10 or more Apartments135,27337.5%
Mobile Home / Other7600.2%
Total360,842100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in San Francisco County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in San Francisco County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached55,951 (79.4%)14,476 (20.5%)
Single Unit, Attached34,830 (74.3%)12,029 (25.7%)
2 Unit Apartments14,818 (43.5%)19,254 (56.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9,687 (24.2%)30,301 (75.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3,869 (11.6%)29,594 (88.4%)
10 or more Apartments19,769 (14.6%)115,504 (85.4%)
Mobile Home / Other193 (25.4%)567 (74.6%)
Total139,117 (38.6%)221,725 (61.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in San Francisco County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in San Francisco County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room2,615 (1.9%)37,772 (17.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms16,467 (11.8%)85,263 (38.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms51,160 (36.8%)72,770 (32.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms42,692 (30.7%)19,717 (8.9%)
8 or more Rooms26,183 (18.8%)6,203 (2.8%)
Total139,117 (100.0%)221,725 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in San Francisco County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in San Francisco County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas100,703 (72.4%)108,013 (48.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2,637 (1.9%)3,516 (1.6%)
Electricity31,360 (22.5%)87,602 (39.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene97 (0.1%)219 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke29 (0.0%)63 (0.0%)
All other Fuels1,031 (0.7%)3,823 (1.7%)
No Fuel Used3,260 (2.3%)18,489 (8.3%)
Total139,117 (100.0%)221,725 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in San Francisco County

Household Vehicle Usage in San Francisco County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14,878 (10.7%)93,076 (42.0%)
1 Vehicle61,114 (43.9%)95,285 (43.0%)
2 Vehicles43,942 (31.6%)25,907 (11.7%)
3 or more Vehicles19,183 (13.8%)7,457 (3.4%)
Total139,117 (100.0%)221,725 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in San Francisco County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in San Francisco County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units50,12488,993
Median Property Value$1,236,200$1,409,500
Median Household Income$109,127$59,659
Monthly Housing Costs$887$67,356
Real Estate Taxes$5,282$1,473

Property Value by Mortgage Status in San Francisco County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in San Francisco County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000901 (1.8%)756 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $99,999190 (0.4%)84 (0.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,202 (2.4%)1,214 (1.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,725 (3.4%)2,837 (3.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9993,135 (6.2%)3,771 (4.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9996,592 (13.2%)11,161 (12.5%)
$1,000,000 or more36,379 (72.6%)69,170 (77.7%)
Total50,124 (100.0%)88,993 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in San Francisco County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in San Francisco County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002,485 (5.0%)995 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $24,9993,487 (7.0%)1,334 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,801 (5.6%)1,930 (2.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,862 (5.7%)1,539 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,765 (11.5%)2,593 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,074 (12.1%)5,025 (5.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9997,987 (15.9%)6,042 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more18,663 (37.2%)10,871 (12.2%)
Total50,124 (100.0%)88,993 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in San Francisco County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in San Francisco County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2,495 (5.0%)222,823 (250.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x2,129 (4.3%)5,855 (6.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,626 (5.2%)7,690 (8.6%)
4.0x or more42,017 (83.8%)10,719 (12.0%)
Total50,124 (100.0%)88,993 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in San Francisco County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in San Francisco County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8002,230 (4.4%)484 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,4995,384 (10.7%)1,035 (1.2%)
$800 to $1,49940,382 (80.6%)1,771 (2.0%)
Total50,124 (100.0%)88,993 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in San Francisco County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in San Francisco County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in San Francisco County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years41,940 (98.6%)578 (1.4%)
6 to 18 Years78,475 (97.7%)1,838 (2.3%)
19 to 25 Years59,578 (93.7%)4,022 (6.3%)
26 to 34 Years162,521 (95.5%)7,590 (4.5%)
35 to 44 Years131,486 (95.5%)6,208 (4.5%)
45 to 54 Years107,111 (95.3%)5,286 (4.7%)
55 to 64 Years96,740 (96.3%)3,739 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years78,219 (98.9%)899 (1.1%)
75 Years and older60,369 (99.6%)246 (0.4%)
Total816,439 (96.4%)30,406 (3.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in San Francisco County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in San Francisco County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born41,940 (98.6%)578 (1.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen78,475 (97.7%)1,838 (2.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen59,578 (93.7%)4,022 (6.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in San Francisco County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in San Francisco County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00067,928 (93.9%)4,414 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $49,99960,093 (93.1%)4,442 (6.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99961,019 (95.4%)2,978 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99964,890 (95.4%)3,126 (4.6%)
$100,000 and over543,997 (97.4%)14,400 (2.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in San Francisco County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in San Francisco County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 610,048 (23.6%)33,602 (79.0%)
6 to 18 Years24,148 (30.1%)57,507 (71.6%)
19 to 25 Years9,916 (15.6%)51,146 (80.4%)
25 to 34 Years15,972 (9.4%)149,088 (87.6%)
35 to 44 Years18,219 (13.2%)116,016 (84.3%)
45 to 54 Years19,488 (17.3%)90,580 (80.6%)
55 to 64 Years26,512 (26.4%)74,292 (73.9%)
65 to 74 Years71,916 (90.9%)40,287 (50.9%)
75 Years and over58,926 (97.2%)30,371 (50.1%)
Total255,145 (30.1%)642,889 (75.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in San Francisco County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in San Francisco County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years128 (0.7%)22 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years1,489 (3.7%)1,197 (3.1%)
18 to 34 Years6,006 (4.8%)4,677 (4.0%)
35 to 64 Years17,577 (9.3%)12,370 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years8,845 (23.0%)9,650 (23.7%)
75 Years and over10,873 (43.2%)18,863 (53.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in San Francisco County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in San Francisco County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years91 (0.5%)22 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years137 (0.3%)178 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years629 (0.5%)488 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years3,493 (1.8%)2,142 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years3,041 (7.9%)1,710 (4.2%)
75 Years and over5,547 (22.0%)7,095 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in San Francisco County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years128 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years371 (0.9%)246 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years1,471 (1.2%)819 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years3,535 (1.9%)2,787 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,162 (5.6%)1,508 (3.7%)
75 Years and over1,789 (7.1%)3,221 (9.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in San Francisco County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years973 (2.4%)785 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years3,610 (2.9%)2,997 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years8,720 (4.6%)5,048 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,636 (6.9%)1,970 (4.9%)
75 Years and over2,973 (11.8%)6,975 (19.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in San Francisco County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years72 (0.2%)155 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years669 (0.5%)692 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years7,270 (3.8%)5,668 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years5,276 (13.7%)6,052 (14.9%)
75 Years and over6,793 (27.0%)13,761 (38.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in San Francisco County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years300 (0.7%)210 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years527 (0.4%)159 (0.1%)
35 to 64 Years2,730 (1.5%)1,942 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,985 (5.2%)2,007 (4.9%)
75 Years and over3,464 (13.8%)7,970 (22.5%)

Technology Access in San Francisco County

Computing Device Access in San Francisco County

Computing Device Access in San Francisco County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop313,21786.8%
Smartphone333,30992.4%
Tablet249,25869.1%
No Computing Device14,9704.2%
Total360,842100.0%

Internet Access in San Francisco County

Internet Access in San Francisco County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet3960.1%
Broadband Home296,59182.2%
Cellular Data Only28,0557.8%
Satellite Internet14,3424.0%
No Internet29,9838.3%
Total360,842100.0%

San Francisco County Summary

San Francisco County, California is located in the northern part of the state and is part of the San Francisco Bay Area. It is the most densely populated county in California and the fourth most populous county in the United States. San Francisco County is home to the city of San Francisco, which is the cultural, commercial, and financial center of Northern California.

History

The history of San Francisco County dates back to the early 19th century when it was part of the Mexican province of Alta California. In 1846, the United States took control of the area and it became part of the state of California in 1850. During the Gold Rush of 1849, San Francisco became a major port and the population of the city and county grew rapidly. The city was devastated by the 1906 earthquake and fire, but it was quickly rebuilt and continued to grow.

Geography

San Francisco County is located in the northern part of California and is bordered by Marin County to the north, San Mateo County to the south, and Alameda County to the east. The county covers an area of approximately 46 square miles and is home to the city of San Francisco, which is located on a peninsula surrounded by the San Francisco Bay. The county is also home to the Golden Gate Bridge, which connects San Francisco to Marin County.

Economy

San Francisco County has a strong and diverse economy that is driven by the city of San Francisco. The county is home to many major corporations, including Salesforce, Uber, Airbnb, and Twitter. The county is also a major center for finance, technology, and tourism. The Port of San Francisco is a major port for cargo and cruise ships, and the San Francisco International Airport is a major hub for international travel.

Demographics

As of 2019, San Francisco County had an estimated population of 883,305. The population is racially and ethnically diverse, with the largest racial group being White (44.3%), followed by Asian (33.2%), Hispanic or Latino (15.2%), and African American (6.2%). The median household income in the county is $96,265, and the median age is 38.7 years.
San Francisco County is a vibrant and diverse county with a rich history and a strong economy. It is home to many major corporations and is a major center for finance, technology, and tourism. The county is also home to a diverse population that is racially and ethnically diverse. San Francisco County is an important part of the San Francisco Bay Area and is an important part of the state of California.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of San Francisco County?
Total Population of San Francisco County is 851,036.
What is the Total Male Population of San Francisco County?
Total Male Population of San Francisco County is 438,093.
What is the Total Female Population of San Francisco County?
Total Female Population of San Francisco County is 412,943.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in San Francisco County?
There are 106.09 Males per 100 Females in San Francisco County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in San Francisco County?
There are 94.26 Females per 100 Males in San Francisco County.
What is the Median Population Age in San Francisco County?
Median Population Age in San Francisco County is 39.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in San Francisco County
Average Family Size in San Francisco County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in San Francisco County
Average Household Size in San Francisco County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in San Francisco County?
Per Capita income in San Francisco County is $86,186.
What is the Median Family Income in San Francisco County?
Median Family Income in San Francisco County is $159,981.
What is the Median Household income in San Francisco County?
Median Household Income in San Francisco County is $136,689.
What is Income or Wage Gap in San Francisco County?
Income or Wage Gap in San Francisco County is 19.8%.
Women in San Francisco County earn 80.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in San Francisco County?
Family Income Deficit in San Francisco County is $9,949.
Families that are below poverty line in San Francisco County earn $9,949 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in San Francisco County?
Inequality or Gini Index in San Francisco County is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in San Francisco County?
There are 526,288 People in the Labor Forcein in San Francisco County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in San Francisco County?
70.4% of People are in the Labor Force in San Francisco County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in San Francisco County?
Unemployment Rate in San Francisco County is 5.4%.