In 2013, the City commissioned an analysis of its retail sector, with a specific set of questions about the success of existing retail and the potential for new retail. Included in this report is a section on Foster City demographics as they relate to consumer spending.
Prepared as part of the General Plan Update in 2011, this report highlights the challenges and opportunities, strategies, policies, and programs that could be adopted to take Foster City where it wants to be in the next decades.
The Community Profile contains background information about the City of Foster City and is a comprehensive look at population, housing, land use, economic, and transportation trends. The purpose of the Community Profile is to provide statistical information gathered from a variety of sources in a single publication. Intended users are any business or agency in need of socioeconomic data regarding Foster City.
The Community Profile is available for purchase at City Hall or you may download the Profile by using the Chapter links below.
The Community Development Department is committed to planning, improving and maintaining the quality of life and public safety in the City consistent with the Goals and Policies established by the City Council in the General Plan and other related City ordinances and regulations consistent with the City's heritage as a Master Planned community.
