California · Metropolitan Area
Pleasanton is a mid-size city in California with a population of 77,500. Residents earn $186,206 per year, which is 148% above the national average.
Based on current data, Pleasanton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Pleasanton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Pleasanton is $186,206, which is significantly higher than the national average — 148% above $75,149. This places Pleasanton among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
The median home value in Pleasanton is $1,432,300, making it a premium housing market at 408% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,017 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Pleasanton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,657 per 100,000, near the national average.
Pleasanton is a highly educated community — 68.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Pleasanton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 322 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 57.6% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 42.4% |
| 216% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $186,206 |
| 148% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $86,151 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,885 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $140,099 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 73,285 |
| County GDP | $182,539M |
| Restaurants | 4,325 |
| Healthcare | 5,301 |
| Retail | 4,113 |
| Manufacturing | 1,684 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,901 |
| 240% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.83% |
| Commute Time | 34.0 min |
| Work from Home | 26.3% |
| Census Median | $1,432,300 |
| 408% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,564,887 |
| Median List Price | $1,399,000 |
| Median List Price | $1,399,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $766 |
| Homes Sold | 31 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.6% |
| Price Drops | 25.9% |
| Inventory | 58 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,017 |
| 159% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,881 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,901 |
| 240% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.83% |
| Obesity | 18.9% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 3.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 23.5% |
| Asthma | 8.4% |
| COPD | 3.1% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.1% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 14.0% |
| Physical Distress | 9.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,217/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,301 |
| Total Violent | 81.3/100K |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 10.7/100K |
| Robbery | 18.7/100K |
| Assault | 52.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,657.3/100K |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 225.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,224.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 207.8/100K |
| Arson | 4.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 106 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.7 inches |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Area | 24.1 sq mi (62.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,210/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6672°N, 121.8812°W |
| County FIPS | 06001 |
Winner: Democrat by 53.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 68.7% |
| 104% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,210/sq mi |
| Total Area | 24.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 88 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 94 |
| Public Libraries | 50 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,301 |
| Restaurants | 4,325 |
| Retail Stores | 4,113 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 106 |
| Avg Commute | 34.0 min |
| Work from Home | 26.3% |