San Francisco, CA
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.9.20)
AGE IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 46,479 | 5.3% |
| 25 to 29 years | 102,939 | 11.7% |
| 30 to 34 years | 104,840 | 11.9% |
| 35 to 39 years | 78,591 | 8.9% |
| 40 to 44 years | 61,068 | 6.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 59,889 | 6.8% |
| 50 to 54 years | 55,335 | 6.3% |
| 55 to 59 years | 48,637 | 5.5% |
| 60 to 64 years | 53,138 | 6.0% |
| 65 to 69 years | 43,741 | 5.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 32,881 | 3.7% |
| 75 to 79 years | 21,482 | 2.4% |
| 80 to 84 years | 17,182 | 1.9% |
| 85+ years | 22,842 | 2.6% |
The median age in San Francisco is 38.3 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 400,727 | 45.4% |
| Black or African American | 45,886 | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2,308 | 0.3% |
| Asian | 302,795 | 34.3% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 2,126 | 0.2% |
| Other | 71,923 | 8.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 47,667 | 6.8% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 33,872 | 4.8% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 83,279 | 11.9% |
| Some college, no degree | 87,281 | 12.4% |
| Associate’s degree | 34,056 | 4.9% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 245,885 | 35.1% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 169,239 | 24.1% |
| High school graduate or higher | 619,740 | 88.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 415,124 | 59.2% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 286,155 | 40.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 5.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 11.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 24.1% |
Median household income: $104,552
Mean household income: $149,265
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $22,965 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $30,635 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $41,626 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $79,792 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $102,741 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 780,127 | NA |
| Never married | 370,933 | 47.5% |
| Now married (except separated) | 301,935 | 38.7% |
| Separated | 9,808 | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 35,044 | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 62,407 | 8.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 92,979 | 10.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 135,275 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 224,398 |
| Single-family detached units | 78,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 37.6% |
| Vacancy rate | 8.7% |
| Renters rate | 62.4% |
| Average housing value | $1,264,949 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $2,547 |
| Average rent | $1,832 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Average income | $149,265 |
| Average household size | 2.36 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 70.8% |
| Percent disabled | 10.3% |
| Percent with health coverage | 95.6% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 33.3 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 34.2% |
| Percent veterans | 3.2% |
| Percent foreign born | 34.4% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 4.1% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $135,196.83 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $1,200.97 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $666.83 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $213.99 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $129.81 |
| Apparel & services | $4,080.74 |
| Men’s apparel | $803.30 |
| Women’s apparel | $1,397.01 |
| Children’s apparel | $551.02 |
| Boys’ apparel | $195.47 |
| Girls’ apparel | $209.99 |
| Footwear | $933.85 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $6,865.38 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $703.01 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $2,047.30 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $3,283.90 |
| Education | $3,267.98 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $5,740.79 |
| Club membership fees | $481.13 |
| Dating services | $1.82 |
| Pet food | $410.16 |
| Pet services | $117.32 |
| Food consumed at home | $9,192.71 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $1,197.21 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $955.03 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $1,895.51 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $2,051.15 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $853.17 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $3,093.81 |
| Health care | $9,373.55 |
| Medical services | $1,764.27 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $219.82 |
| Household Services | $3,702.36 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $123.56 |
| Lawn and garden services | $697.42 |
| Housekeeping services | $345.74 |
| PC repair | $11.57 |
| Housing | $44,834.39 |
| Home improvements | $4,011.21 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $7,864.28 |
| Phone services | $3,041.37 |
| Water | $1,085.32 |
| Life and other insurance | $700.60 |
| Pensions and social security | $14,958.47 |
| Personal care products and services | $1,547.71 |
| Hair care products | $195.54 |
| Personal care products | $661.63 |
| Local transportation | $14,000.59 |
| Gasoline | $3,602.64 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,838.86 |
| Travel | $4,165.58 |
| Airline fares | $1,131.03 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $52.03 |
| Lodging on trips | $1,103.46 |
| Food and drink on trips | $990.94 |
| Entertainment on trips | $333.17 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN SAN FRANCISCO COUNTY (home to SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA)
| % with any debt in collections | 13% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,510 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 4% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $578 |
| % with student loan debt | 13% |
| Average student loan debt | $20,920 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $234 |
| % with auto debt | 15% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 15,107 | 2.6% |
| February 2019 | 13,821 | 2.4% |
| March 2019 | 14,098 | 2.4% |
| April 2019 | 11,649 | 2.0% |
| May 2019 | 11,155 | 1.9% |
| June 2019 | 13,533 | 2.3% |
| July 2019 | 14,206 | 2.4% |
| August 2019 | 13,526 | 2.3% |
| September 2019 | 11,268 | 1.9% |
| October 2019 | 12,079 | 2.0% |
| November 2019 | 11,708 | 2.0% |
| December 2019 | 11,140 | 1.9% |
| January 2020 | 13,487 | 2.3% |
| February 2020 | 13,299 | 2.3% |
| March 2020 | 18,065 | 3.1% |
| April 2020 | 69,806 | 12.6% |
| May 2020 | 70,424 | 12.7% |
| June 2020 | 71,200 | 12.5% |
| July 2020 | 63,450 | 11.1% |
| August 2020 | 47,822 | 8.5% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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