Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
21%
Daly City, CA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,444
Population
94,537
Renter Mix
46% Rent
Meet the Gateway to the Peninsula
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Bordering San Francisco's southern edge, Daly City combines coastal living with metropolitan convenience. The city's distinctive neighborhoods include Westlake, known for its mid-century architecture that inspired Pete Seeger's "Little Boxes," and established areas like Serramonte, St. Francis Heights, and the historic Top of the Hill district. The rental market shows stability, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,327 and three-bedroom units at $3,742.
Residents enjoy outdoor recreation at San Bruno Mountain State Park and shopping at Serramonte Center and Westlake Shopping Center, both offering complimentary parking. The historic Cow Palace, a Bay Area landmark since 1941, continues to host major events. Transportation options include multiple BART stations connecting to San Francisco and the greater Bay Area. The city's significant Filipino American community has shaped local culture, particularly evident in the area's diverse dining options. The moderate climate, characterized by cooling fog and mild temperatures year-round, provides a comfortable alternative to San Francisco's microclimate variations.
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An aerial view of Mussel Rock Park in Daly City
The Summit Loop Trail leads to the top of San Bruno Mountain
Demographics
Median Household Income
$103,334
Average: $129,288
Education
32,983
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
51,893
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Daly City has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
46%
Non-Renters
54%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
28%
Other Education
72%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Daly City, CA is $2,189 for a studio, $2,444 for one bedroom, $3,225 for two bedrooms, and $4,032 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Daly City has increased by 3.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,444/month
621 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Daly City, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
299 Students
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
299 Students
Public
Grades K-5
286 Students
Junipero Serra Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
286 Students
Public
Grades K-5
366 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
558 Students
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
558 Students
Public
Grades K-8
342 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
588 Students
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Elementary
Public
Grades K-8
294 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
458 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,278 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,278 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,072 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,072 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- San Bruno Mountain State Park
- Charles F. Hagar Planetarium
- San Francisco State Univ. Observatory
- San Francisco Zoo
- Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
Airports
- San Francisco International
- Metro Oakland International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.