How can I view all Wi-Fi network names (SSIDs) in my area?

Solution 1:

There is a program you can run in terminal.

/System/Library/PrivateFrameworks/Apple80211.framework/Versions/Current/Resources/airport -s

Update for 2021: This command still works (as written) in OS 11 Big Sur.

Solution 2:

Get a copy of iStumbler. That should do the trick