Pleasant Hill, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
34,335 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$144,513 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,040,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$911 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,296 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Contra Costa County
4
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro Area
5
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Contra Costa County
6
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro Area
7
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 48
Feb 4 0 51
Mar 3 0 55
Apr 1 0 57
May 1 0 62
Jun 0 0 67
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 1 0 63
Nov 2 0 54
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 6%

Schools

Strandwood Elementary
<1 miles, SW 4.1 star
Gregory Gardens Elementary
<1 miles, NE 2.8 star
Sequoia Elementary
<1 miles, S 4.6 star

Colleges

Carrington College-Pleasant Hill
<1 miles, NE 1.4 star
Diablo Valley College
1 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Airports

San Francisco International Airport
28 miles, SW 4.6 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
46 miles, SE 1 star