Where is Burlingame, California, U.S.

Where is Burlingame, California Located in the United States? - Burlingame is a city located in the San Mateo County in California, United States. Burlingame lies between 37.5779 Degrees North latitudes and -122.3481 Degrees West longitudes.

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About Burlingame, San Mateo County, California

Burlingame is located in San Mateo County in the U.S. state of California, United States. It lies in the northern part of the state in the state of the United States along the San Francisco Peninsula in the San Francisco Bay Area. The city was incorporated in 1908 and was named after Anson Burlingame, an American diplomat and lawyer, and it developed from a small residential and vacation community into a suburban city known for its tree-lined streets and proximity to San Francisco.

Population

According to the United States Census Bureau, the population of Burlingame is 31,386 as recorded in the 2020 Census, and the population density is approximately 5,600 people per square mile.

Area and Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, Burlingame covers a total area of approximately 6.1 square miles (about 15.8 square kilometers), including about 4.4 square miles (11.4 square kilometers) of land and 1.7 square miles (4.4 square kilometers) of water.

Location and Surroundings

Burlingame is situated south of San Francisco and north of San Mateo, positioned along the western shoreline of the San Francisco Bay on the San Mateo Peninsula. The city features residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and scenic waterfront areas along the bay. U.S. Route 101 and Interstate 280 provide major transportation routes connecting Burlingame to surrounding communities across the San Francisco Bay Area.

Attractions and Recreation

Burlingame offers parks, shopping districts, and waterfront recreation areas that support tourism and community activities. Popular destinations include Washington Park, the Burlingame Avenue shopping district, and the scenic Bay Trail along the shoreline. The city hosts community events, cultural festivals, and outdoor programs throughout the year.

Transportation

Burlingame is served by U.S. Route 101 and Interstate 280, offering convenient highway access throughout San Mateo County and the San Francisco Bay Area. Public transportation includes Caltrain commuter rail and regional bus services connecting the city to surrounding communities. The nearest major airport is San Francisco International Airport, located approximately 3 miles to the north.

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Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official Burlingame City Website.

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Distance from Burlingame City, CA to Nearby Cities

• Millbrae, CA – 2 miles (3 km)
• San Mateo, CA – 3 miles (5 km)
• San Bruno, CA – 5 miles (8 km)
• Belmont, CA – 7 miles (11 km)
• San Carlos, CA – 9 miles (14 km)
• Foster City, CA – 6 miles (10 km)
• Redwood City, CA – 12 miles (19 km)
• Menlo Park, CA – 18 miles (29 km)
• Palo Alto, CA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Daly City, CA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Pacifica, CA – 12 miles (19 km)
• Half Moon Bay, CA – 20 miles (32 km)
• San Francisco, CA – 15 miles (24 km)
• Oakland, CA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Berkeley, CA – 25 miles (40 km)
• Hayward, CA – 25 miles (40 km)
• Fremont, CA – 30 miles (48 km)
• Santa Clara, CA – 35 miles (56 km)
• San Jose, CA – 40 miles (64 km)
• Union City, CA – 28 miles (45 km)

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