Pleasanton, CA vs Winston-Salem, NC
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
Winston-Salem
69.3
#1238 nationally
Pleasanton leads in crime level (3.2 vs 22.2). Pleasanton leads in median household income ($181,639 vs $54,416). Winston-Salem leads in cost of living index (94 vs 231).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pleasanton, CA | Winston-Salem, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.1 (#1720) | 69.3 (#1238) |
| Population | 74,653 | 252,975 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,530,327 | $265,029 |
| Median Household Income | $181,639 | $54,416 |
| Average Commute | 34.3 min | 21.6 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 22.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 231 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+13.2 |
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+
69.3 Score
Winston-Salem, NC
Growing North Carolina city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$265,029
Population
252,975
Crime
High
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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