Burlingame

Welcome to Burlingame

With its warm weather, friendly community, top-tier school system, parks, and convenient commute options, Burlingame continues to be among the most sought after places to live in the Bay Area. Burlingame’s thriving downtown areas, neighborhood communities, and pedestrian-friendly streets make it a special favorite for families with children.

With its temperate weather, friendly community, top-tier school system, parks and recreation opportunities, and bustling downtown area, Burlingame continues to be among the most sought after places to live in the Bay Area— and a special favorite for families with children.

Located north of Mateo and south of Millbrae, Hillsborough is a growing city with a current population of just over 28,000. Like many of the Bay costal cities, Burlingame enjoys temperate weather with mild temperatures in the summer (60s) and cooler temperatures in the winter (50s). Conveniently located within driving distance of three major airports (San Francisco International, San Jose, and Oakland International) and with access to both BART and Caltrain systems, Burlingame is well suited to commuters and travelers as well as to couples looking to retire in style.

The Burlingame housing market is competitive, with the average home sellingfor approximately 6% above asking price. Homes are in high demand, with many selling in less than two weeks at at prices that continue to rise steadily year over year. Burlingame contains a mix of housing styles, from original 1950s-era Spanish-style ranchers to contemporary two-stories built within the last decade. Most homes are on the larger size, with an average of just under 2,000 square feet.

Burlingame enjoys a bustling, pedestrian-friendly downtown scene. Its two main shopping areas, Burlingame Avenue and Broadway, attract a wide variety of locals and visitors from nearby cities looking for dining, shopping, and entertainment options. The free Burlingame trolley provides free transportation to downtown, where you’ll find coffee shops, bakeries, and al fresco restaurants and cafés, in addition to boutiques, national chain retail shops, and luxury brands. The Burlingame retail economy is currently thriving, with retail sales up 8% in the past year alone. Burlingame is also home to a Sunday fresh Farmers’ Market in the summer and fall, popular jazz concerts in Washington Park, and a yearly Art Fair.

The city’s excellent, top-rated education system includes public elementary and middle schools as well as Burlingame High, one of the premier schools on the Peninsula.

Overview for Burlingame, CA

43,644 people live in Burlingame, where the median age is 41.8 and the average individual income is $103,856. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

43,644

Total Population

41.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$103,856

Average individual Income

Around Burlingame, CA

There's plenty to do around Burlingame, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Walking Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including San Bruno Senior Center, L.I.T. Fitness, and ParrFit.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the San Bruno Senior Center page on Yelp Search 1555 Crystal Springs Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.62 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the L.I.T. Fitness page on Yelp Search 175 S Blvd on Google Maps	Active	3.87 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the ParrFit page on Yelp	Active	3.83 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Happy Picasso page on Yelp Search 120 S El Camino Real on Google Maps	Active	1.75 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Dd Pilates page on Yelp	Active	4.8 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Michele Moreci page on Yelp Search 1211 Broadway on Google Maps	Beauty	1.15 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Thomas Baum men stylist / Barber page on Yelp Search 1200 howard Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.84 miles	24 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Haircuts by Angie Singh page on Yelp Search 148 W 25th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.35 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Berzin Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 1419 Burlingame Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.66 miles	17 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the R Paul-A Shear Experience page on Yelp Search 307 Broadway on Google Maps	Beauty	2.05 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mary Vargas - New Reflections Hair Designs page on Yelp Search 1209 Capuchino Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.05 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cmx Beauty page on Yelp Search 1403 Chapin Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.63 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Simply Elegant page on Yelp	Beauty	3.98 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio Reflection page on Yelp Search 1117 S B St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.62 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Burlingame, CA

Population Households Employment

Burlingame has 16,244 households, with an average household size of 2.66. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Burlingame do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 43,644 people call Burlingame home. The population density is 2,886.43 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

43,644

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.8

Median Age

51.76 / 48.24%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
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Graduate Degree

16,244

Total Households

2.66

Average Household Size

$103,856

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Burlingame, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Burlingame. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Current Listings

Sold
$2,895,000

1819 Cordilleras RD, REDWOOD CITY, CA 94062
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,650 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,665,000

918 Laurelwood DR, SAN MATEO, CA 94403
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,557 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,421,000

1533 Cedarwood DR, SAN MATEO, CA 94403
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,900 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,350,000

1891 Timberlane RD, SAN MATEO, CA 94402
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,740 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,700,000

1142 Hollyburne AVE, MENLO PARK, CA 94025
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,330 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,650,000

2301 Whitecliff WAY, SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,564 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,598,000

630 Redwood AVE, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,369 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,575,000

217 Alta Loma AVE, DALY CITY, CA 94015
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,057 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,265,000

170 Los Robles DR, BURLINGAME, CA 94010
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,100 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,250,000

395 Skyline DR, DALY CITY, CA 94015
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,470 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,200,000

447 Hemlock AVE, SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 960 Sq.Ft.
Leased
$7,000/mo

604 San Nicholas LN, FOSTER CITY, CA 94404
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,880 Sq.Ft.
For Lease
$1,604/mo

35 N DR, SAN MATEO, CA 94401
- 450 Sq.Ft.