Daly City West, Daly City
Is Daly City West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe660
Medium723
Low934
Other3571
155 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape30
Child involved122
Assault27
Other8
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported an at risk missing juvenile in Pacifica who reportedly left home on foot and did not return. The juvenile is described as having suicidal thoughts and mental health issues. Officers were asked to stop, hold, conduct a welfare check, and notify local police if the juvenile is found. | Pacifica, CA 94044 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, law enforcement broadcast a be-on-the-lookout for a missing at-risk juvenile who left a residence on foot in Pacifica and did not return. The juvenile reportedly has mental health concerns and prior suicidal statements. A cell phone associated with the juvenile last pinged near Junipero Serra Boulevard in Daly City. Units were asked to stop and conduct a welfare check if the juvenile is found. | Junipero Serra Blvd, Daly City, CA 94014 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible burglary after an audible alarm was reported near Ortega Street and 15th Avenue. | Ortega St, San Francisco, CA 94122 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported family disturbance near Taraval Street between 23rd and 24th avenues. A verbal argument between siblings apparently escalated, and a brother reportedly broke a window, injured his wrist, and is bleeding. Medics are also being sent to the scene. | Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders provided medical aid for a possible trauma with a broken wrist near Taraval Street, between 23rd and 24th Avenue. Units Engine 40 and Medic 512 dispatched with lights and sirens. | Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a code 3 medical aid call was made for trauma involving a reported broken wrist near Taraval Street and 23rd and 24th Streets. Responding units included Engine 40 and Medic 512. | Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported medical emergency involving trauma and a broken wrist near Taraval Street and 23rd Avenue. | Taraval St & 23rd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched Code 3 to a reported crash involving a vehicle and a bicyclist at the intersection of Hope and McLaughlin. | Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched in San Mateo for an infant (reported as “zero four month old”) with difficulty breathing. | Poplar Ave & Palm Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a hotel on Veterans Boulevard in South San Francisco for a possible welfare check after several hang‑up calls. On a callback, someone was reportedly screaming and said they were in a specific room, while the front desk believed the call may have come from a different room and reported no known disturbance. | Veterans Blvd, South San Francisco, CA 94080 | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$1,201,623
Average Rent
$4,244
Vacancy Rate
18.9%
Neighborhood Overview
Daly City West is a densely urban neighborhood in Daly City, California, with a high concentration of small apartments and rental properties.
The area has a notably high vacancy rate and a diverse population with significant Asian and Arab ancestry.
High Vacancy RatePredominantly Renter OccupiedHigh Train CommuteDiverse Ancestry
Quick Facts
| Population Density | 33,445 persons per square mile |
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Housing market and real estate character
Daly City West's housing is dominated by small apartments and high-rise buildings, with a high renter occupancy rate.
| Renter Occupied Rate | 85.4% |
|---|---|
| Small Unit Share | 91.4% |
| Large Apartment Share | 76.5% |
What buyers will notice right away
Most properties are renter occupied, with few owner-occupied homes.
Vacancy rate is high, which may indicate prolonged vacancies.
Families & Lifestyle
Daly City West has a diverse workforce with a mix of executive, sales, and labor occupations.
High rental occupancy supports a transient population.
Diverse occupations reflect a mixed economic base.
Urban Rental Living — Dominated by small apartments and high-rise buildings.
Cultural Diversity — Strong presence of Asian and Arab ancestry residents.
| Executive & Professional Workforce | 35.5% |
|---|---|
| Sales & Service Jobs | 31.6% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 22.9% |
Demographics
| Executive & Professional Share | 35.5% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 22.9% |
| Asian Ancestry | 40.7% |
| Arab Ancestry | 9.1% |
| Foreign Born | 55.5% |
| Primary Language - Tagalog | 16.3% |
Commute
Daly City West residents have relatively short commutes with a notable share using train transit.
Residents benefit from short commutes and strong train transit options.
Train Access — Nearly 12% commute by train, well above national averages.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute under 30 minutes.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 62.1% |
| Train Commute Rate | 11.9 |
| Carpool Rate | 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Daly City West?
The median home price is $1,201,623, more expensive than 93.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate in the neighborhood?
Vacancy rate is 18.9%, higher than 86.2% of U.S. neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute?
Most drive alone, but 11.9% use the train, a rate higher than 96% of neighborhoods.