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Pleasant Hill, CA
Pleasant Hill · CA 94523
Updated June 14, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$920K
Median Price
30/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
42 min
to Downtown San Francisco
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
D+Schools
50/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
30/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Pleasant Hill has an excellent balance of quality schools, relatively low crime, easy access to the highway, and a suburban feel. While housing prices have likely increased significantly since the last census data, it's still considered a stable and desirable area. Homeowners and families alike will appreciate the safe and welcoming community.
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The Good
- ✓Outstanding schools with numerous top-rated options
- ✓Relatively low crime rate
- ✓Easy access to major highways (I-680, I-580)
- ✓Quiet and family-friendly atmosphere
Real Talk
- !Housing prices have likely increased significantly since 2022 census data
- !Traffic and congestion on major highways can be a challenge
- $Homeowners association (HOA) fees may apply to some neighborhoods
Best For
Families with young childrenHomebuyers seeking quality schoolsSuburban residents seeking a quiet atmosphere
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Pleasant Hill, CA
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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