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Santa Barbara, CA vs Pleasanton, CA

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Are people in Pleasanton older or younger than people in Santa Barbara?
- The Median Age in Pleasanton is 2.0 years older than in Santa Barbara.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pleasanton or Santa Barbara?
- Pleasanton housing costs are 4.1% less expensive than Santa Barbara housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pleasanton or Santa Barbara?
- The average commute for residents of Pleasanton is 17.0 minutes longer than it is for residents of Santa Barbara.

Things to do in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara, California has something for everyone - from fantastic beaches to world-class shopping and dining experiences. Visitors can explore Old Mission Santa Barbara or take part in various water activities around Stearns Wharf.

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.

 Santa Barbara, CAPleasanton, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock79,558329,725,481
 Median Income$89,243  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,525,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.15  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Santa Barbara    51 Reviews
Kitt · Alhambra, CA
ONCE BEAUTIFUL, NOW RUINED
Over 4 years ago

I moved to Santa Barbara around 23 years ago to study at Brooks, which like most of the Santa Barbara that I knew—has been destroyed. Homelessness, drugs, gangs, high  More

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Griesel · Santa Barbara, CA
Beautiful and friendly
Over 4 years ago

I fell in love with Santa Barbara about thirty years ago and finally moved here a few years ago. Because of the price of homes, it is an expensive place to live. The  More

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John · Santa Barbara, CA
A once great town goes downhill
Over 4 years ago

If you like high crime, paying a $4,500 a month mortgage and crazy high taxes, this is the place for you. It’s too bad because it wasn’t always like this. When I moved  More

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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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