| Cities | San Francisco • San José • Oakland |
| Ethnicity | Spanish • Asian • Native American |
| Industries | Mining • Manufacturing • Maritime |
| Established | 16th century |
| Other names | The Bay Area • The Golden Gate Region |
| Characterized by | Mining • Manufacturing • Maritime industries • Colonial architecture • Seafood • Vibrant nightlife |
| Natural disasters | Earthquakes • Fires |
| Original settlers | Spanish |
| Economic significance | Major economic and cultural center |
