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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Pleasanton, CA vs Merced, CA

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Are people in Merced older or younger than people in Pleasanton?
- The Median Age in Merced is 11.5 years younger than in Pleasanton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Merced or Pleasanton?
- Merced housing costs are 74.5% less expensive than Pleasanton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Merced or Pleasanton?
- The average commute for residents of Merced is 10.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Pleasanton.

Things to do in Pleasanton?
Pleasanton, California features stunning outdoor scenery such as Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park or sycamore groves at Arroyo Del Valle while also boasting plenty of shops and eateries along Main Street.

Things to do in Merced?
Merced, California is a mid-sized city located in Central Valley known for its proximity to Yosemite National Park or Lake Yosemite making it an ideal spot for outdoor recreation.

 Pleasanton, CAMerced, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock85,993329,725,481
 Median Income$167,932  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock29.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,462,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time34.18  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Pleasanton    18 Reviews
Todd · Pleasanton, CA
You Get What You Give
Over 1 years ago

I have been a resident of Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley (including the cities of Dublin, Livermore, and San Ramon) for nearly 30 years. Perception of life quality in  More

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Bobberson · Lincoln, NE
Great!
Over 6 years ago

I've lived in the city for 5 years and love it. Make Sure to Check it  More

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Bobberson · Lincoln, NE
Poop
Over 6 years ago

LITERALLY STUPID the tacos are great  More

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Reviews for Merced    44 Reviews
Sean · Merced, CA
Merced: The Hippest Place in the Valley
Over 5 years ago

Merced is totally slept on - you want a little bit of everything CA has to offer, at a fraction of the price of other CA cities? Merced is the place to go. The town  More

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Nate · Merced, CA
Good place to live
Over 5 years ago

Good place to live. More affordable than most of california. The city is growing and there is alot of business and growth here. Moved from the Bay area years ago and  More

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Nate · Merced, CA
Great place to live. Do not listen to angry people
Over 5 years ago

Great place to live. Lots of progress and changes coming to the city. Great place to raise a family. UC Merced is expanding and businesses are investing. Downtown is  More

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