San Rafael, California
San Rafael: The most populous city in Marin County, California.
About
San Rafael is a city located in the county of Marin in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 57,713. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 58,528 inhabitants.
The city was created 152 years ago in 1874.
Quick Facts about San Rafael
| Population | 58,528 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Marin County |
| Postal code | 94901 |
| Phone Area Codes | 415 |
| Water as percent of area | 26.55% |
| Land as percent of area | 73.45% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.9735,-122.5311 |
| Altitude | 43 feet / 13 meters |
| Capital city | San Rafael is capital of Marin County |
| Establishment | February 18, 1874 (152 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 23:20:32 (17th April 2026) |
| Population growth | 1.39% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 50℉ Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
San Rafael is located at 37°58'25"N 122°31'52"W (37.9735300, -122.5310900).
San Rafael map
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Weather
Clear, with a low around 50. North wind 9 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of San Rafael increased by 1.39% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 57,713 | - | census |
| 2011 | 58,232 | 0.89% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 58,448 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 58,995 | 0.93% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 59,130 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 59,074 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 58,918 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 58,801 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 58,704 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 58,440 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 58,528 | 0.15% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in San Rafael
1Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County
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2Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County
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3Motel 6 San Rafael, CA
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4Extended Stay America - San Rafael - Francisco Blvd. East
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5Villa Inn
1600 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
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Services and Civic Places in San Rafael
1San Rafael Building Permits
1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
Phone: +14154853365 | Website available
2Marin County Clerk
3501 Civic Center Dr #234, San Rafael, CA 94903, United States View details
Phone: +14154736152 | Website available
3City Hall
1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
4San Rafael Human Resources
1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
Phone: +14154853063 | Website available
5San Rafael Code Enforcement Office
1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
Phone: +14154853097
6San Rafael Parking Services Department
1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
Phone: +14154585333 | Website available
7San Rafael City Clerk
1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
Phone: +14154853066 | Website available
8City of San Rafael Community Services & Recreation
618 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
Phone: +14154853333 | Website available
9San Rafael Finance Department
1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
Phone: +14154853054 | Website available
10San Rafael City Manager
1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States View details
Phone: +14154853070 | Website available
People born in San Rafael (59)
People born in San Rafael, including explorer Louise Boyd, politician Enid Greene, keyboardist, composer, singer-songwriter and record producer George Duke, .
More notable people
- Marin Sais (actress (1890-1971)) she was born in 02/08/1890
- Christian Marclay (American-Swiss artist) he was born in 11/01/1955
- Kale Browne (American actor) he was born in 16/06/1950
- Maurice J. Sullivan (American politician (1884-1953)) he was born in 07/12/1884
- Alexandra Surer (Swiss actress) she was born in 01/12/1969
- Espen Baardsen (Norwegian footballer) he was born in 07/12/1977
- FrancEyE (American writer) she was born in 19/03/1922
- William Fechteler (United States Navy admiral) he was born in 06/03/1896
- Rubén Valtierra (American musician) he was born in 26/12/1964
- Dan Green (American voice actor and director from California) he was born in 07/02/1975
- Alfred Cleveland Blumenthal (American businessman) he was born in 29/12/1885
- Brandon Noble (American football player and coach) he was born in 10/04/1974
- Brett Carolan (American football player) he was born in 16/03/1971
- Dana Makoto Sabraw (United States federal judge) he was born in 03/07/1958
- Deb Caletti (American writer) she was born in 16/06/1963
- Eddie LeBaron (American football player, coach, executive (1930-2015)) he was born in 07/01/1930
- Federico Fong (American musician) he was born in 01/01/1967
- Frank M. Angellotti (US judge) he was born in 04/09/1861
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to San Rafael, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113698 | Dominican University of California | San Rafael (CA) | 94901-2298 |
| 118347 | College of Marin | Kentfield (CA) | 94904-2590 |
| 122603 | San Francisco Theological Seminary | San Anselmo (CA) | 94960-0000 |
| 112826 | Contra Costa College | San Pablo (CA) | 94806-3195 |
| 486433 | Presidio Graduate School | San Francisco (CA) | 94129-1749 |
Nearby Transit Stations (44)
Rail and bus stations connected to San Rafael, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIC | Richmond station | 1700 Nevin Avenue | RAIL |
| SFW | San Francisco (Wharf), California | Beach St. & The Embarcadero | BUS |
| BKY | Berkeley station | University Ave. and Third St. | RAIL |
| SFC | San Francisco (Ferry), California | 101 The Embarcadero | BUS |
| SFF | San Francisco (Financial), California | 5 Embarcadero Center | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to San Rafael.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Rafael Post Office | San Rafael (CA) | 94901 |
| Kentfield Post Office | Kentfield (CA) | 94904 |
| R Post Office | Ross (CA) | 94957 |
| San Anselm Post Office | San Anselmo (CA) | 94960 |
| Civic Center San Rafael Post Office | San Rafael (CA) | 94903 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- San Rafael, Bicol with a population of 3,846 people.
- San Rafael, Western Visayas with a population of 3,492 people.
- San Rafael, Bicol with a population of 3,036 people.
- San Rafael, Central Luzon with a population of 2,777 people.
- San Rafael, Davao with a population of 2,126 people.
Other cities in Marin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marin County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Novato | 53,351 | A city in Marin County, California. |
| Mill Valley | 14,323 | City in Marin County, California, United States |
| San Anselmo | 12,513 | Town in California |
| Larkspur | 12,236 | City in California |
| Corte Madera | 9,833 | City in Marin County, California |
| Belvedere Tiburon | 9,214 | Town in Marin County, California |
| Fairfax | 7,561 | Town in California, United States |
| Sausalito | 7,094 | City in Marin County, California, United States |
| Kentfield | 6,485 | Census-designated place in Marin County, California |
| Santa Venetia | 4,292 | Census-designated place in Marin County, California |
| Ross | 2,479 | Town in California |
| Belvedere | 2,121 | Town in Marin County, California |
| Bolinas | 1,620 | Census-designated place in Marin County, California |
| Woodacre | 1,348 | Census-designated place in Marin County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
San Rafael distances to largest California cities