Pleasanton, CA vs Rancho Cucamonga, 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.
Pleasanton
64.1
#1720 nationally
Rancho Cucamonga
63
#1806 nationally
Pleasanton leads in crime level (3.2 vs 8.0). Pleasanton leads in median household income ($181,639 vs $105,534). Rancho Cucamonga leads in cost of living index (159 vs 231).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pleasanton, CA | Rancho Cucamonga, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.1 (#1720) | 63 (#1806) |
| Population | 74,653 | 174,405 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,530,327 | $788,806 |
| Median Household Income | $181,639 | $105,534 |
| Average Commute | 34.3 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 8.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 231 | 159 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | R+2.1 |
D
64.1 Score
Pleasanton, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,530,327
Population
74,653
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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D
63 Score
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$788,806
Population
174,405
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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