| Rank | City | 1970 Population | Growth Rate (Annual) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles | 2,816,061 | 1.3% |
| 2 | San Francisco | 715,674 | -0.3% |
| 3 | San Diego | 696,769 | 2.0% |
| 4 | San Jose | 445,779 | 8.1% |
| 5 | Oakland | 361,561 | -0.2% |
| 6 | Long Beach | 358,633 | 0.4% |
| 7 | Sacramento | 254,413 | 2.9% |
| 8 | Anaheim | 166,701 | – |
| 9 | Fresno | 165,972 | 2.2% |
| 10 | Santa Ana | 156,601 | – |
| 11 | Riverside | 140,089 | – |
In 1970, the largest city in California was Los Angeles, with a population of 2,816,061. The second largest city is San Francisco, with a population of 715,674.
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