Acton, CA Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Mackenzie Phillips Nov 13, 2025

Relocating to Acton, CA -pros and cons?

Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 7.2%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $110,000, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $695,300, which is pretty steep. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most fa...

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Mackenzie Foster Jun 11, 2025

What to expect moving to Acton?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Been living here since 2010. Rent is about $1,755/month for a decent place. With a population of 7,721, Acton is a small town. The unemployment rate is 1.0%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $110,000, which feels pretty solid for the area. D...

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Amelia L. Jun 8, 2025

Job market in Acton for tech?

Household incomes average around $110,000 in Acton. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thoughts? Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in c...

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Cora Howard Jun 4, 2025

Things Acton needs to improve

Hey, I'm a 47-year-old marketing manager and With a population of 7,721, Acton is a small town. Median household income is $110,000, which feels pretty solid for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Thanks!

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