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Living in Foster City, California
Foster City is a planned bay-front community of 34,000 in San Mateo County, built on Bay mud and reclaimed land along San Francisco Bay. Its defining feature is a 220-acre lagoon system woven through residential neighborhoods, providing kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, and waterfront trails that few
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Foster City, California?
When relocating to Foster City, 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
32,792
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-$6,000
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$199,143
Median Home Value
$1,838,200
Median Gross Rent
$3,501
Households
12,998
Homeownership Rate
50.8%
Renter Rate
49.2%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
