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Walnut Creek, CA
Walnut Creek · Contra Costa County · CA 94596
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$1.2M
Median Price
44/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
38 min
to Downtown San Francisco
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
DWalkability
44/100
WYLT Score49/100
Our Take
Walnut Creek offers top‑rated schools and a nice suburban feel, but its cost of living is high and the area is very car‑dependent. Rents and home prices are steep, and public transit and walkability are limited. If you value excellent schools and amenities over affordability, it could work, but otherwise you might want to look elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public school system
- ✓Good parks and green space
- ✓Short commute to SF (~38 mins)
- ✓High quality of life and amenities
Real Talk
- !Housing and rent prices are very high
- !Limited walkability and public transit options
- !Heavy traffic and car dependency
- !Higher cost of living overall
- $High property taxes
- $Elevated utilities and maintenance costs
- $Car insurance and parking fees
Best For
Families with childrenProfessionals commuting to SFRetirees wanting amenitiesTech workersPet owners
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Walnut Creek, CA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher 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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