Foster City

California

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A+Renter Score
Population
32,792
Median Income
$199K
% Renters
49%
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Available Rentals
0
#14
Best for Familiesof 528 in Sf Bay Area
#81
Best Places to Liveof 523 in Sf Bay Area
#41
Best Public Schoolsof 135 in Sf Bay Area
#286
Best for Young Professionalsof 528 in Sf Bay Area
#360
Most Diverseof 528 in Sf Bay Area
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1 Bedroom
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Rent Affordability

How does Foster City compare?

Median rent relative to San Francisco and the broader Bay Area market.

vs San Francisco Average+29% higher
vs Bay Area Average+32% higher
vs National Average+150% higher

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

How much residents in Foster City pay in rent (Census data).

Under $500
0%
$500–$999
0%
$1,000–$1,499
1%
$1,500–$1,999
2%
$2,000+
96%

Neighborhood Grades

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Public SchoolsA+
Cost of LivingC-
SafetyB
NightlifeA-
Outdoor ActivitiesA
WalkabilityA-

Compare Nearby Cities

NeighborhoodMedian RentAvailableOverall
Foster City$3,501A+
Belmont$2,8750A+
Alamo Square$2,1314A+
Buena Vista$2,95426A+

Weather

Average Temperatures

Monthly high and low temperatures in Foster City.

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Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for Foster City.

Population32,792
Median Age50
Median Income$199K

Diversity Index: 0.62

Asian
54%
White
29%
Hispanic
7%
Two or More
6%
Black
2%
Other
1%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in Foster City.

Home Types

Single Family
35%
Large Apt Building
33%
Townhouse
19%
Small Apt Building
13%
Mobile Home
0%

Home Age

2000–Present
13%
1980–1999
22%
1960–1979
62%
1940–1959
3%
Before 1939
1%

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32 min
Drive Alone52%
Walk/Bike3%
Work from Home34%

Schools

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