San Leandro, CA - Geographic Facts & Maps

San Leandro: A city in Alameda County, California. It is located on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay in the San Francisco Bay Area. San Leandro is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the San Leandro Central Park and the San Leandro Museum.

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San Leandro is a city located in the county of Alameda in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 84,950. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 89,161 inhabitants.

The city was created 153 years ago in 1872.

San Leandro is located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. It was first settled in the early 19th century. San Leandro was incorporated as a city in 1872 and grew rapidly following the completion of railroads connecting it to Oakland.

Key Facts About San Leandro

Population: Approximately 90,000 as of 2019

Economy: Major employers in San Leandro include Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Ghirardelli Chocolate, and the San Leandro Unified School District. Healthcare, manufacturing, and retail are important industries.

Geography: San Leandro spans nearly 14 square miles along the eastern shore of the San Francisco Bay. It borders Oakland and has a temperate coastal climate.

Things to Do in San Leandro

Top attractions and activities in San Leandro include:

Marina Park - Waterfront park with green space, trails, play areas and sweeping bay views. Home to festivals.
San Leandro Shoreline Marshlands - Extensive wetlands area offering bird watching and nature walks.
Root Beer & Brewing Museum - Quirky museum showcasing root beer history and the craft of home brewing.
Casa Peralta - Historic 19th century Victorian home and museum.
Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline - Recreation area with picnic sites, playgrounds, and trails along the bay.

In summary, San Leandro is an East Bay community that combines a historic downtown, wetlands, marina, and access across the bay into San Francisco.

San Leandro locator map — Location of San Leandro on California map.

Quick Facts about San Leandro

Population :	89,161 (2020)
Country :	United States of America
State :	California (United States)
County :	Alameda County
Postal code :	94577
Phone Area Codes :	510
Water as percent of area :	14.81%
Land as percent of area :	85.19%
Altitude :	49 feet / 15 meters
Establishment :	March 03, 1872 (153 years ago)
Time Zone :	Pacific Time Zone, UTC−08:00, UTC−07:00
Local time :	11:38:18 (17th July 2025)
Population growth :	4.72% (2010-2020)

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Geography

San Leandro is located at 37°43'30"N 122°9'22"W (37.7249300, -122.1560800). It has 2 neighbors: Hayward and Oakland.

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San Leandro has 2 neighbours.

Hayward The seventh most populous city in Alameda County, California. It is located in the East Bay region of California. Hayward is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Hayward Area Historical Society and the Hayward Japanese Gardens.
Oakland The third most populous city in California, Oakland is a major center for business, manufacturing, and culture. The city is home to the Oakland International Airport, the Oakland Raiders, and the Golden State Warriors. Oakland is also home to a number of universities, such as the University of California, Berkeley and the Mills College.

Demographics

The population of San Leandro increased by 4.72% in 10 years.

Year	Population	% Change	Method
2000	79,452	-	census
2010	84,950	6.47%	census
2011	85,921	1.13%	estimation process
2012	86,976	1.21%	estimation process
2013	88,074	1.25%	estimation process
2014	89,195	1.26%	estimation process
2015	90,538	1.48%	estimation process
2016	90,706	0.19%	estimation process
2017	90,418	-0.32%	estimation process
2018	89,713	-0.79%	estimation process
2019	88,815	-1.01%	estimation process
2020	89,161	0.39%	estimation process

San Leandro zip code is 94577. County name: Alameda, County fips: 06001

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