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Pleasanton, CA vs Pacifica, CA

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Are people in Pacifica older or younger than people in Pleasanton?
- The Median Age in Pacifica is 2.3 years older than in Pleasanton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pacifica or Pleasanton?
- Pacifica housing costs are 13.4% less expensive than Pleasanton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pacifica or Pleasanton?
- The average commute for residents of Pacifica is 3.5 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 Pacifica?
Pacifica, California is located in San Mateo County providing its citizens great recreational centers such as the Sharp Park Golf Course plus stores like Rockaway Beach Shopping Center and dining spots near Sanchez Adobe.

 Pleasanton, CAPacifica, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock38,595329,725,481
 Median Income$167,932  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,462,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time34.18  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Pleasanton    18 Reviews

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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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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Over 6 years ago

LITERALLY STUPID the tacos are great  More

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Reviews for Pacifica    9 Reviews

Back when I lived there...great for people, hiking, only had two times where there was a crime I was aware of my 1955 Chevy Bel-Air was stolen as well as my bike from  More

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Has the rep of being socked in with fog 24-7 but thats totally false. a charming blue collar surf town a mere 30 min from downtown SF with lower prices - hard to  More

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Over 13 years ago

near the  More

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