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Living in Burlingame, California

Burlingame, California

Burlingame is a San Mateo County city of 30,000 on the San Francisco Peninsula, one mile from SFO and 25 minutes from San Francisco by Caltrain. The city's Broadway Avenue shopping district and Burlingame Avenue — often called "Chestnut Street of the Peninsula" — provide walkable retail, dining, and

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I know before moving to Burlingame, California?
When relocating to Burlingame, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in California. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.

City facts

Population
30,525
Nearby Airport
SFO · San Francisco International Airport
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Climate / Avg Temperature
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Nearby Sports Teams
San Francisco Giants, San Jose Earthquakes, Golden State Warriors
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$1,400-$6,500
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot

Median Household Income
$174,000
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Gross Rent
$2,785
Households
12,266
Homeownership Rate
48.2%
Renter Rate
51.8%

Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates