San Rafael

CA

Marin County, California

Population 258K |Median income $149,091 |3 hospitals

Population
257,969
Marin County
Median Income
$149,091
+119% vs avg
Median Home Value
$1,507,300
+562% vs avg
Median Age
47.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
258K+1%
Median Income
$149,091+64%
Median Home Value
$1,507,300+93%
Poverty Rate
8.3%+8%
Unemployment
6.1%-20%

Economics

Median Rent
$2,668/mo
Poverty Rate
8.3% -42% vs avg
Unemployment 6.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 61.1%
Work From Home 31.5%
Public Transit 3.6%

Population

White 67.7%
Asian 6.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.4%
African American 2.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
32.6%
Short Sleep Duration
28.6%
Obesity
21.3%
Physical Inactivity
18.2%
Binge Drinking
15.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.1%
Diabetes
10.2%
Current Asthma
9.4%
Current Smoking
8.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 76%
Annual Checkup 74.6%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
6.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
5.5%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
2
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4.3/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
NOVATO COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
NOVATO · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★★
MARINHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
GREENBRAE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL
SAN RAFAEL · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — San Rafael Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of San Rafael, CA? ▼
San Rafael, CA has a population of 257,969 people, located in Marin County, California.
What is the median household income in San Rafael? ▼
The median household income in San Rafael, CA is $149,091 per year. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
What is the median home value in San Rafael? ▼
The median home value in San Rafael, CA is $1,507,300. Median rent is $2,668/month.
What are the top health concerns in San Rafael? ▼
The top health indicators in San Rafael include High Blood Pressure (32.6%), Short Sleep Duration (28.6%), Obesity (21.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in San Rafael? ▼
San Rafael has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4.3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in San Rafael? ▼
The median age in San Rafael, CA is 47.4 years. 61.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

San Rafael, CA is located in Marin County, California. With a population of 258K and a median household income of $149,091, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the San Rafael area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Marin County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.