Pleasant Hill, CA vs Rancho Cordova, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Pleasant Hill
64.1
#1719 nationally
Rancho Cordova
65.2
#1647 nationally
Pleasant Hill leads in crime level (6.5 vs 11.7). Pleasant Hill leads in median household income ($137,685 vs $85,099). Rancho Cordova leads in cost of living index (132 vs 191).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pleasant Hill, CA | Rancho Cordova, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.1 (#1719) | 65.2 (#1647) |
| Population | 33,802 | 82,605 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $992,042 | $535,848 |
| Median Household Income | $137,685 | $85,099 |
| Average Commute | 32.3 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 6.5 | 11.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 191 | 132 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+38.0 | D+19.7 |
D
64.1 Score
Pleasant Hill, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$992,042
Population
33,802
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
54
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D
65.2 Score
Rancho Cordova, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$535,848
Population
82,605
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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