Pleasanton, CA vs Seal Beach, 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
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Pleasanton leads in crime level (3.2 vs 13.2). Pleasanton leads in median household income ($181,639 vs $75,507). Seal Beach leads in cost of living index (149 vs 231).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pleasanton, CA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.1 (#1720) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 74,653 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,530,327 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $181,639 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 34.3 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 231 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+2.6 |
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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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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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