San Francisco, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 884,363 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +13.9%

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in San Francisco: 173.6 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (7.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 30.1% for Black residents, 12.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 13.9% for American Indian residents, 20.6% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 13.2% for other race residents, 8.1% for two or more races residents)

Land Area: 46.7 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 94102, 94103, 94104, 94105, 94107, 94108, 94109, 94110, 94111, 94112, 94114, 94115, 94116, 94117, 94118, 94121, 94122, 94123, 94124, 94127, 94129, 94130, 94131, 94132, 94133, 94134, 94158

A popular tourist destination, San Francisco is known for its cool summers, fog, steep rolling hills, eclectic mix of architecture, and landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, the former Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, Fisherman's Wharf, and its Chinatown district. San Francisco is also the headquarters of five major banking institutions and various other companies such as Levi Strauss & Co., Gap Inc., Fitbit, Salesforce.com, Dropbox, Reddit, Square, Inc., Dolby, Airbnb, Weebly, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Yelp, Pinterest, Twitter, Uber, Lyft, Mozilla, Wikimedia Foundation, Craigslist, and Weather Underground. It is home to a number of educational and cultural institutions, such as the University of San Francisco (USF), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), San Francisco State University (SFSU), the De Young Museum, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the California Academy of Sciences.

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Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008 0.4 miles

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A 0.4 miles

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2198 15th St, 1.0 miles

2198 15th St,
San Francisco, CA 94114
Categories: San Francisco CA

900 HYDE ST 1.0 miles

900 HYDE ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2201 Post St, 1.2 miles

2201 Post St,
San Francisco, CA 94115
Categories: San Francisco CA

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102 1.3 miles

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1 1.3 miles

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

580 MARKET ST STE 100 1.4 miles

580 MARKET ST STE 100
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94104
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

845 JACKSON ST 1.5 miles

845 JACKSON ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ 1.7 miles

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

26 CALIFORNIA ST 1.8 miles

26 CALIFORNIA ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

49 DRUMM ST 1.8 miles

49 DRUMM ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ 1.9 miles

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896 2.3 miles

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

On-site only 3.8 miles

On-site only
San Francisco, CA 94124
Categories: San Francisco CA

SFIA Terminal 2 3.8 miles

SFIA Terminal 2
San Francisco, CA 94125
Categories: San Francisco CA

1900 SULLIVAN AVE 7.0 miles

1900 SULLIVAN AVE
DALY CITY, CA 94015
Categories: DALY CITY CA

384 EMBARCADERO W 8.0 miles

384 EMBARCADERO W
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850 8.2 miles

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850
EMERYVILLE, CA 94608
Categories: EMERYVILLE CA

International Terminal Level 3 A Side 8.4 miles

International Terminal Level 3 A Side
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1700 BROADWAY STE 310 8.5 miles

1700 BROADWAY STE 310
OAKLAND, CA 94612
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3 S LINDEN AVE 8.5 miles

3 S LINDEN AVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
Categories: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA

2850 7TH ST STE 100 8.8 miles

2850 7TH ST STE 100
BERKELEY, CA 94710
Categories: BERKELEY CA

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D 9.1 miles

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D
Alameda, CA 94501
Categories: Alameda CA

350 HAWTHORNE AVE 9.1 miles

350 HAWTHORNE AVE
OAKLAND, CA 94609
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110 9.2 miles

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110
OAKLAND, CA 94609
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3701 BROADWAY FL 5 9.4 miles

3701 BROADWAY FL 5
OAKLAND, CA 94611
Categories: OAKLAND CA

2505 BATAAN ST STE O 9.6 miles

2505 BATAAN ST STE O
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A 9.7 miles

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Categories: ALAMEDA CA

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910 9.8 miles

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910
OAKLAND, CA 94611
Categories: OAKLAND CA

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212 10.1 miles

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
Categories: SAN BRUNO CA

1517 GRAND AVE 10.2 miles

1517 GRAND AVE
PIEDMONT, CA 94611
Categories: PIEDMONT CA

2450 ASHBY AVE 10.5 miles

2450 ASHBY AVE
BERKELEY, CA 94705
Categories: BERKELEY CA

120 BROADWAY STE 23 11.6 miles

120 BROADWAY STE 23
RICHMOND, CA 94804
Categories: RICHMOND CA

101 CASA BUENA DR 11.6 miles

101 CASA BUENA DR
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
Categories: CORTE MADERA CA

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1 11.6 miles

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1
RICHMOND, CA 94801
Categories: RICHMOND CA

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205 11.9 miles

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3726 BARRETT AVE 12.1 miles

3726 BARRETT AVE
RICHMOND, CA 94805
Categories: RICHMOND CA

7817 OAKPORT ST 12.2 miles

7817 OAKPORT ST
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR 12.2 miles

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

1663 ROLLINS RD 12.3 miles

1663 ROLLINS RD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

2 FIFER AVE STE 130 12.5 miles

2 FIFER AVE STE 130
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
Categories: CORTE MADERA CA

1501 TROUSDALE DR 12.6 miles

1501 TROUSDALE DR
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400 12.9 miles

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

2000 VALE RD 13.1 miles

2000 VALE RD
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

1220 S ELISEO DR 13.3 miles

1220 S ELISEO DR
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

1321 S ELISEO DR 1ST FL 13.3 miles

1321 S ELISEO DR 1ST FL
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Suite 101 13.3 miles

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Suite 101
Greenbrae, CA 94904
Categories: Greenbrae CA

250 BON AIR RD 13.4 miles

250 BON AIR RD
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

2425 CHURCH LN 13.5 miles

2425 CHURCH LN
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180 13.6 miles

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101 13.6 miles

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
Categories: SAN RAFAEL CA

2587 MERCED ST 14.6 miles

2587 MERCED ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

1125 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD STE N 14.7 miles

1125 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD STE N
KENTFIELD, CA 94904
Categories: KENTFIELD CA

60 N EL CAMINO REAL 14.8 miles

60 N EL CAMINO REAL
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203 14.9 miles

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203
RICHMOND, CA 94806
Categories: RICHMOND CA

13939 E 14TH ST 15.8 miles

13939 E 14TH ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

4749 SURREY LN 16.0 miles

4749 SURREY LN
EL SOBRANTE, CA 94803
Categories: EL SOBRANTE CA

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102 17.7 miles

1098 FOSTER CITY BLVD, STE 102
FOSTER CITY, CA 94404
Categories: FOSTER CITY CA

222 W 39TH AVE 18.1 miles

222 W 39TH AVE
SAN MATEO, CA 94403
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115 18.5 miles

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115
Hercules, CA 94547
Categories: Hercules CA

99 MONTECILLO RD MOB 1 18.6 miles

99 MONTECILLO RD MOB 1
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903
Categories: SAN RAFAEL CA

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101, 19.0 miles

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101,
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Categories: Castro Valley CA

520 6TH ST 19.4 miles

520 6TH ST
RODEO, CA 94572
Categories: RODEO CA

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32 19.5 miles

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A 19.6 miles

125 SHOREWAY RD STE A
SAN CARLOS, CA 94070
Categories: SAN CARLOS CA

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3 20.2 miles

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3
HAYWARD, CA 94544
Categories: HAYWARD CA

27200 CALAROGA AVE 20.5 miles

27200 CALAROGA AVE
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F 21.1 miles

1100 Laurel Street, Suite F
San Carlos, CA 94070
Categories: San Carlos CA

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD 21.2 miles

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1425 S MAIN ST 21.3 miles

1425 S MAIN ST
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190 21.5 miles

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor 21.6 miles

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

3555 WHIPPLE RD 21.8 miles

3555 WHIPPLE RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

609 GREGORY LN STE 100 22.0 miles

609 GREGORY LN STE 100
PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523
Categories: PLEASANT HILL CA

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2 22.2 miles

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS 22.2 miles

170 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94062
Categories: REDWOOD CITY CA

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146 22.4 miles

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Categories: Pleasant Hill CA

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105 22.6 miles

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1 22.6 miles

1400 VETERANS BLVD FL 1
REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063
Categories: REDWOOD CITY CA

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70 22.6 miles

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

1805 ARNOLD DR 23.1 miles

1805 ARNOLD DR
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

180 ROWLAND WAY 23.6 miles

180 ROWLAND WAY
NOVATO, CA 94945
Categories: NOVATO CA

320 LENNON LN FL 2 23.7 miles

320 LENNON LN FL 2
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520 24.1 miles

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD 24.1 miles

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

243 GEORGIA ST STE B 24.2 miles

243 GEORGIA ST STE B
VALLEJO, CA 94590
Categories: VALLEJO CA

2042 Columbus Pkwy, 24.4 miles

2042 Columbus Pkwy,
Benicia, CA 94510
Categories: Benicia CA

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD 24.5 miles

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

2090 COMMERCE AVE 24.6 miles

2090 COMMERCE AVE
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2231 GALAXY CT 24.6 miles

2231 GALAXY CT
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

1100 ROSE DR ste 140 24.6 miles

1100 ROSE DR ste 140
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

17 Tennessee St 24.7 miles

17 Tennessee St
Vallejo, CA 94590
Categories: Vallejo CA

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108 24.8 miles

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in San Francisco, CA, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons , probation or family purposes. Same day service is available and most drug testing San Francisco, CA locations are within minutes of your home or office. Drug testing methods include urine, oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood , ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours.

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How to Arrange a Drug Test in San Francisco, CA

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Step 1: Choose and pay for your desired test online or connect with our local scheduling office at (800)-221-4291. Our dedicated representatives are available to facilitate the scheduling of your test. Please note that payment is required at registration since test centers don't handle payments. Most tests can be conducted on the same day.

Step 2: If you've opted to schedule online, fill out the Donor Information/Registration form and specify where your confidential results should be emailed. The zip code provided will identify the nearest testing center for your drug/alcohol test.

Step 3: Your authorization form or donor pass will contain the address and hours of the local testing site. These details will be emailed to you. Present the form at the testing center, either printed or on your smartphone. Remember, no appointment is necessary!

Choose Between Urine or Hair Drug Testing in San Francisco, CA

Accredited Drug Testing caters to different client requirements with varied testing methods. Urine testing, commonly used by employers, courts, and schools, detects substances within 1 to 5 days. Hair testing offers a wider detection range of approximately 90 days, and is gaining popularity.

What is the Difference Between Urine and Hair Drug Tests?

A 5-panel urine test and a 5-panel hair test screen for identical drugs, though their detection periods differ. Urine tests detect drugs used within 1-5 days, whereas hair tests can identify drug use up to 90 days prior from the sample collection date.

Court Mandated Drug Testing & Proceedings

Our San Francisco centers offer drug and alcohol testing for a range of court-ordered needs, such as probation and government-required assessments. Observed testing is available, and results can be submitted for probation hearings, custody cases, and other judicial or governmental requirements.

Tests mandated by court orders will include detailed instructions about the type of test and specific drugs to be screened. If sample collection must be witnessed to prevent tampering, this will also be outlined.

DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Solutions in San Francisco, CA

We provide specialized testing services for the DOT, covering industries such as Trucking (FMCSA), Maritime (USCG), Aviation (FAA), Public Transit (FTA), Railroad (FRA), and Pipeline (PHMSA), in compliance with Part 40 of DOT regulations. Additional DOT services include consortium participation, MVR reporting, supervisor training, and policy development. Plus, we offer a complete DOT Compliance Program for independent operators and small trucking firms.

Additional DOT Services:

  • Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physical Examinations
  • Training for Supervisors
  • Development of Workplace Drug Policies
  • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Reports
  • Employee Instruction
  • Background Verification
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Search and Verification

Employer and Drug-Free Workplace Testing in San Francisco, CA

Accredited Drug Testing is equipped to assist businesses looking to maintain a drug-free work environment, offering comprehensive and cost-effective programs for enterprises of every size. Participation in an employee drug testing scheme is typically synonymous with a Drug-Free Workplace; however, compliance with state-specific laws is necessary for full recognition. Our local facilities are ready to address your needs.

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Advantages of a Drug-Free Workplace in San Francisco, CA

  • Increased Employee Productivity
  • Reduction in Work-Related Incidents
  • Lower Employee Absenteeism
  • Decreased Workers' Compensation Costs
  • Boosted Employee Morale
  • Improved Customer Satisfaction

On-site and Mobile Drug Testing in San Francisco, CA

If your workforce consists of at least ten employees requiring drug or alcohol testing, Accredited Drug Testing can deliver on-site testing services directly to your business. This approach is popular with construction sites, manufacturing plants, and job fairs, and is applicable for pre-employment and random testing. To organize your testing event in San Francisco, CA, contact our on-site coordinator at (800) 221-4291.

Drug Testing Facilities in San Francisco, CA

Accredited Drug Testing has several locations in San Francisco, CA, and neighboring areas. Many facilities offer extended hours to accommodate diverse work schedules. Our trained specialists provide friendly, knowledgeable, and confidential testing services.

Employer-use cases for drug testing include pre-employment, random selection, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion. Individual needs might stem from court orders, probation, child custody, or other personal requirements.

Accredited Drug Testing operates nationwide, with centers in San Francisco, CA, focusing on Drug, Alcohol, and DNA testing, in addition to DOT Physicals and Background Checks.

Traveling or on vacation? We've got you covered! Schedule your test anywhere and at any time.

With a network of over 20,000 centers across the United States, Accredited Drug Testing is accessible in all states, cities, and towns.

Which Drug Testing Panels Are Suitable for Your Needs?

Drug testing panels consist of screening layers specifying the number of drugs to be tested, with common panels being 5, 10, or 12. Customized screening options are available as well.

Understanding a Drug Test

A drug test is a detailed examination of a biological sample—such as urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, or saliva—to detect specific drugs or their byproducts. Common uses for drug testing include identifying steroid use in sports, employer screenings, parole/probation officer protocols, and police checks for blood alcohol content (BAC) using breathalyzers. Urinalysis is prevalent in sports and workplace testing, but various methods exist, offering different accuracy, sensitivity, and detection timelines. Drug tests may also analyze the quantitative chemical composition of drugs to encourage responsible use.

Can Passive Inhalation Lead to a Marijuana False Positive?

Exposure to secondhand marijuana smoke is unlikely to cause a false positive in drug tests, as lab cut-off levels are set higher than what true passive inhalation might produce.

Test results may indicate a false negative or intentional sample tampering if urine screen discrepancies arise, such as:

  • Low creatinine levels might suggest sample dilution by the subject ingesting excess water or intentionally adding water to the sample.
  • Creatinine is analyzed alongside specific gravity to check for dilution. To avoid manipulation, labs may dye the toilet water blue to prevent urine adulteration.
  • Efforts to add enzymes to alter urine stability often influence pH levels, which are also monitored.

Duration of Drugs in the Body

The detection timeline of a drug test depends on numerous aspects, including:

  • Quantity of the consumed drug
  • Usage frequency
  • Type of drug
  • Individual metabolism and health status
  • Fluid intake post-consumption
  • Physical activity post-consumption
  • Genetic factors affecting drug interaction

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Local Area Info: San Francisco

San Francisco (SF; /?sæn fr?n?s?sko?, fræn-/, Spanish: [sam f?an?sisko]; Spanish for 'Saint Francis'), officially the City and County of San Francisco, is the cultural, commercial, and financial center of Northern California. San Francisco is the 13th-most populous city in the United States, and the fourth-most populous in California, with 884,363 residents as of 2017. It covers an area of about 46.89 square miles (121.4 km2), mostly at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula in the San Francisco Bay Area, making it the second-most densely populated large US city, and the fifth-most densely populated U.S. county, behind only four of the five New York City boroughs. San Francisco is also part of the fifth-most populous primary statistical area in the United States, the San Jose–San Francisco–Oakland, CA Combined Statistical Area (9.7 million residents).

As of 2017, it was the seventh-highest income county in the United States, with a per capita personal income of $119,868. As of 2015, San Francisco proper had a GDP of $154.2 billion, and a GDP per capita of $177,968. The San Francisco CSA was the country's third-largest urban economy as of 2017, with a GDP of $907 billion. Of the 500+ primary statistical areas in the US, the San Francisco CSA had among the highest GDP per capita in 2017, at $93,938. San Francisco was ranked 14th in the world and third in the United States on the Global Financial Centres Index as of September 2018.

San Francisco was founded on June 29, 1776, when colonists from Spain established Presidio of San Francisco at the Golden Gate and Mission San Francisco de Asís a few miles away, all named for St. Francis of Assisi. The California Gold Rush of 1849 brought rapid growth, making it the largest city on the West Coast at the time. San Francisco became a consolidated city-county in 1856. San Francisco's status as the West Coast's largest city peaked between 1870 and 1900, when around 25% of California's population resided in the city proper. After three-quarters of the city was destroyed by the 1906 earthquake and fire, San Francisco was quickly rebuilt, hosting the Panama-Pacific International Exposition nine years later. In World War II, San Francisco was a major port of embarkation for service members shipping out to the Pacific Theater. It then became the birthplace of the United Nations in 1945. After the war, the confluence of returning servicemen, significant immigration, liberalizing attitudes, along with the rise of the "hippie" counterculture, the Sexual Revolution, the Peace Movement growing from opposition to United States involvement in the Vietnam War, and other factors led to the Summer of Love and the gay rights movement, cementing San Francisco as a center of liberal activism in the United States. Politically, the city votes strongly along liberal Democratic Party lines.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 884,363 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +13.9%

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in San Francisco: 173.6 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (7.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 30.1% for Black residents, 12.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 13.9% for American Indian residents, 20.6% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 13.2% for other race residents, 8.1% for two or more races residents)

Land Area: 46.7 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 94102, 94103, 94104, 94105, 94107, 94108, 94109, 94110, 94111, 94112, 94114, 94115, 94116, 94117, 94118, 94121, 94122, 94123, 94124, 94127, 94129, 94130, 94131, 94132, 94133, 94134, 94158

A popular tourist destination, San Francisco is known for its cool summers, fog, steep rolling hills, eclectic mix of architecture, and landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, the former Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, Fisherman's Wharf, and its Chinatown district. San Francisco is also the headquarters of five major banking institutions and various other companies such as Levi Strauss & Co., Gap Inc., Fitbit, Salesforce.com, Dropbox, Reddit, Square, Inc., Dolby, Airbnb, Weebly, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Yelp, Pinterest, Twitter, Uber, Lyft, Mozilla, Wikimedia Foundation, Craigslist, and Weather Underground. It is home to a number of educational and cultural institutions, such as the University of San Francisco (USF), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), San Francisco State University (SFSU), the De Young Museum, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the California Academy of Sciences.

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