Cost of Living in Pleasant Hill, CA
Population: 34,335 • 2026 Data
$144,513
Median Household Income
+87% vs national
$2,511
Median Monthly Rent
+86% vs national
$1,040,600
Median Home Value
+207% vs national
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pleasant Hill
The median home value in Pleasant Hill, CA is $1,040,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,511, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,690.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pleasant Hill, CA is $144,513. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, with a labor force of 19,055 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.