San Francisco
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The San Francisco Marathon is a renowned running event offering participants a breathtaking tour of the iconic city. Known for its challenging course with significant elevation changes, runners will encounter a mix of urban landscapes and stunning coastal views. The race begins with a scenic waterfront run, culminating in the iconic Golden Gate Bridge crossing, a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

As the course progresses, runners will experience the vibrant energy of San Francisco's diverse neighborhoods, including the Mission District, Haight-Ashbury, and the Castro. The iconic Golden Gate Bridge stands as a majestic backdrop and thrilling midpoint for participants. With its combination of stunning scenery, challenging hills, and a strong sense of community, the San Francisco Marathon is a memorable experience for runners of all levels.

The event caters to a wide range of runners with various distance options. In addition to the full marathon, participants can choose from two half marathons following the first and second halves of the full marathon course, two 5k races held on Saturday and Sunday, a 10k race, and an ultramarathon.

Stats and ratings for 2nd half marathon and for the Saturday 5k race are shown on the San Francisco 2nd Half page.

  • Event Website:

  • Location:

    🇺🇸 Market St & Steuart St, San Francisco, CA, 94105

  • Number of Participants:

    10000 +

  • Next Edition:

  • Event Distances:

    5k10kHalf MarathonMarathon

  • Event Cost:

    5k $91.99 USD Saturda...
    5k $99.99 USD Sunday ...
    10k $106.99 USD ...
    ...

Explore the  San Francisco - Marathon by the Numbers

Beyond the finish line lies a wealth of stories and insights waiting to be uncovered. Dive deep into the statistics of the San Francisco - Marathon and compare it to the many other races available to you. Explore the interactive charts below to:

  • Analyze runner performance: Uncover the fastest times across age groups and compare them to the baseline data.
  • Discover participant demographics: Understand who participates in this race, their age groups, and how they differ from the typical race profile.
  • Track participation trends: Witness the evolution of the race over time, observe changes in participant numbers, and see if runners return year after year.
  • Benchmark your own performance: Use the interactive charts to compare your personal running experience with the race statistics and see where you stand among the pack.
  • Find your perfect Marathon fit: Leverage the insights to identify races that align with your running goals and preferences. Whether you're seeking a personal record or a fun community event, discover the perfect Marathon experience for you.

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The age group with the fatest times for women is 20-29 and for men is 20-29.

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The average winning time for women is 2:47:04.7 and for men it is 2:27:36.3.

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The age group with the most female participants is 20-29 accounting for 10.4% of the total. The male age group with the most participants is 30-39 making up 23.1% of the total.

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On average (see 50th percentile) women complete this race in a time of 4:48:58.8, while men finish in a time of 4:24:55.3.

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Roughly 1% of runners that complete this marathon return to run it again in the following year. On average, for a marathon, 9% of runners return.

San Francisco - Marathon Race Ratings

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    Or were there aspects that could be improved (Disorganized)?
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    Or was it geared more towards adult runners (Not Kid Friendly)?
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