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County overview

San Francisco County

California - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for San Francisco County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in San Francisco County

Population
851,036
Age 65+
16.7%
Median age
39.3
Owner-occupied
38.6%
With disability
10.8%
Median home value
$1,348,700
Median income
$136,689
Residents 65+
142,119
How San Francisco County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+1.2%
% owner-occupied
-40.4%
% with disability
-16.3%
Median household income
+81.9%
Median home value
+378.4%
Median age
+2.1%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Other counties in California

Los Angeles County
9,936,690 residents
San Diego County
3,289,701 residents
Orange County
3,175,227 residents
Riverside County
2,429,487 residents
San Bernardino County
2,180,563 residents
Santa Clara County
1,916,831 residents
Alameda County
1,663,823 residents
Sacramento County
1,579,211 residents

Aging-in-place in San Francisco County

San Francisco County is home to roughly 851,036 residents, of whom about 142,123 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 16.7%, in line with the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 38.6% of homes in San Francisco County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $1,348,700. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 10.8% of San Francisco County residents report a disability, a rate below national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.