South San Francisco California Map

About South San Francisco, California

South San Francisco is a locality in San Mateo County, California, United States. It has a population of 64,305. The population density is 2705.2 people per km². South San Francisco is located at 37.6547°N, 122.4078°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94080.

South San Francisco unfurls from the western edge of the San Francisco Bay, a landscape of rolling hills that eventually surrender to the broad, shimmering expanse of the water. It lies 1.7 miles north of San Bruno, CA (from San Bruno, CA: bearing 6°T), and is situated 8.3 miles south of San Francisco. The air, perpetually kissed by the Pacific’s cool breath, carries the briny tang of the sea, a constant reminder of the proximity to the ocean. Here, the terrain is sculpted by the persistent breezes, shaping the hardy chaparral into resilient forms that cling to the slopes, their muted greens a steadfast presence against the often-cerulean sky. The city itself is a mosaic of human endeavor, its residential streets climbing and descending with the natural contours of the land, offering glimpses of the bay’s vastness from unexpected vantage points. The history of South San Francisco is deeply intertwined with the dreams of pioneers and the relentless march of industry, a legacy most vividly embodied by the imposing granite edifice that once dominated its skyline, a beacon of the burgeoning pharmaceutical industry. This potent blend of innovation and enterprise has long defined the local economy, attracting a diverse population drawn by the promise of opportunity. Though the grand old buildings may stand as silent witnesses to a bygone era, the spirit of progress continues to hum through the arteries of South San Francisco, evident in the bustling industrial parks and the quiet hum of laboratories. The community remains anchored by its deep connection to the bay, its waterways a vital part of its identity, reflecting the ever-changing light from dawn’s soft blush to the fiery spectacle of sunset.

About This South San Francisco Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of South San Francisco, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.654722, -122.407778. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on South San Francisco and San Mateo County.

Detailed location data for South San Francisco includes the ZIP code (94080), telephone area code (415, 628), county seat of San Mateo County (Redwood City), and school district assignment (South San Francisco Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct South San Francisco is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.