| Rank | City | 1950 Population | Growth Rate (Annual) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles | 1,970,358 | 2.7% |
| 2 | San Francisco | 775,357 | 2.0% |
| 3 | Oakland | 384,575 | 2.4% |
| 4 | San Diego | 334,387 | 5.1% |
| 5 | Long Beach | 250,767 | 4.3% |
| 6 | Sacramento | 137,572 | 2.6% |
| 7 | Berkeley | 113,805 | – |
In 1950, the largest city in California was Los Angeles, with a population of 1,970,358. The second largest city is San Francisco, with a population of 775,357.
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