Cost of Living in Pleasanton, CA
Population: 77,500 • 2026 Data
$186,206
Median Household Income
+141% vs national
$3,017
Median Monthly Rent
+124% vs national
$1,432,300
Median Home Value
+322% vs national
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pleasanton
The median home value in Pleasanton, CA is $1,432,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $3,017, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $3,342.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pleasanton, CA is $186,206. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8%, with a labor force of 40,329 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.