South San Francisco, CA has 32 licensed assisted living providers listed on ElderCareCosts. The median estimated cost is $7,234/mo. That's above the California state median by about 3%. Compare providers below, or request a personalized shortlist to start your search.
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Median monthly price, South San Francisco
$7,234/mo
● South San Francisco $7,234 ○ National median $6,528
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South San Francisco figures as of 2025. Method and sources below.
Modeled median costs for assisted living in South San Francisco versus California and a multi-state national aggregate. Figures are estimates, not quotes.
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The $7,882 monthly figure assumes 44 hours of care a week. The survey standard. At South San Francisco's implied rate of about $41 an hour:
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Nearby: Brisbane $7,089 · San Bruno $7,234 · Millbrae $7,234 · Colma $7,089 · Burlingame $7,234
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South San Francisco has an estimated population of 64,305. About 12,320 residents (19%) are age 65 or older. South San Francisco is located in San Mateo County, California. The median household income is $136,578. Our directory currently lists 32 licensed assisted living providers in South San Francisco. Estimated median cost in South San Francisco is $7,234 per month, compared with $7,000 per month statewide in California.
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We currently list 32 licensed assisted living providers in South San Francisco, CA.
South San Francisco's median assisted living cost is about 3% higher than the California state median.
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Cite this: According to ElderCareCosts' 2026 index, assisted living in South San Francisco, CA costs $7,234/month (median).