Are you planning to move to a new city?
If so, understanding the cost of living in each city that you’re looking at is important.
In the beautiful Tri-Valley area of California sits Pleasanton, a popular, family-friendly city that you may want to consider moving to. However, before you choose to make your home there, you must know how much it costs to live in Pleasanton.
While everyone’s spending habits are unique, there are some average prices and costs in the Pleasanton area that can help you understand how much you are likely to spend. With this knowledge, you can plan for a move to Pleasanton the right way!
How does it cost to live in Pleasanton, California?
Cost of Housing
One of the first things you’ll probably look at when considering a move to Pleasanton is housing costs.
Obviously, how much you pay for housing will depend on whether you buy or rent. In addition, the type of home and location you choose will affect the cost of your home.
On average, a single-family home in Pleasanton costs approximately $1,462,600. If you prefer to rent a home, you’ll find that the average rent is $4,353 per month. Most 2-bedroom apartments run for around $3,110, 1-bedrooms for $2,540, studios for $2,140, 3-bedrooms for $4,060, and 4-bedrooms for $4,790.
As you can see, housing in Pleasanton is expensive. However, it is lower than other cities in the Tri-Valley area such as Danville, Alamo, or San Ramon.
Cost of Utilities
In addition to purchasing a Pleasanton home, you will need to pay for utilities.
These include energy to keep your home cool on hot summer days or warm on cold winter nights, gas to fuel your car, and phone payments to keep in touch with friends and family.
On average, you can expect to pay around $230 per month for energy, $250 per month for your phone, and an average of $4.56 per gallon of gas for your vehicle. Obviously, these numbers can vary considerably depending on the size of your home and vehicle and what type of cell phone you have (unless you pay for a home phone).
Overall, though, plan to spend between $700 and $1,000 each month for utilities and transportation, especially if you have a larger family.
Cost of Groceries
Of course, after purchasing a home, the next most important thing you’ll need to spend money on is food!
Keep in mind that grocery costs vary by store and are often affected by outside stimuli such as supply chain issues.
Overall, the cost of groceries in Pleasanton averages around $400 to $500 per person each month. This number could vary considerably, depending on how often you eat out and how much you eat!
Let’s consider some typical grocery and food items you may purchase to see what they likely cost, on average, in Pleasanton:
- A dozen eggs – $2.93
- A loaf of bread – $5.05
- A gallon of milk – $3.16
- A bunch of bananas – $4.37
- A hamburger – $6.68
Obviously, eating out will cost you more than making food at home, but with so many great restaurants in the area, you’ll definitely want to eat out sometimes! Just be sure to calculate how much that will add to your grocery budget for the month.
Cost of Healthcare
It’s important to consider healthcare costs when you’re looking to move to a new city.
Whether or not you regularly visit a doctor now, kids need regular checkups and you’ll need more and more the older you get. So, how much is a typical healthcare service in Pleasanton?
According to Payscale, you’ll likely pay an average of:
- $159.88 per doctor visit
- $137.95 per dentist visit
- $150.60 per optometrist visit
- $589.09 for a typical prescription
If you have pets, the average cost for a visit to the vet is around $70.86.
How Much Should I Make To Live in Pleasanton?
If you’re considering a move to Pleasanton, you may be looking at jobs in the area.
As you calculate the average cost of living in Pleasanton, don’t forget to consider how much you’ll need to make to pay your bills!
The average household income in Pleasanton is $138,269. This means that, in a household with two workers, each person is making between $60,000 and $80,000 per year. The average monthly salary is around $7,610.
If you don’t make quite that much, it’s okay. You can likely maintain a comfortable lifestyle if you make around $80,000 per year, depending on your specific living standards.
What Am I Paying for in Pleasanton?
Well, now you know some average expenses you’ll likely find when moving to Pleasanton, California.
But what exactly are the benefits of living in Pleasanton in the first place?
Well, there are many benefits to Pleasanton, which you can read more about in my articles about what you must know about Pleasanton and the pros and cons of Pleasanton.
Pleasanton is an incredibly safe city for families and home to that amazing California summer weather. In addition, it’s only about an hour from San Francisco and sits right at the junction of the I-580 and I-680, making travel throughout California an easy task.
Pleasanton is one of the best cities in America, as ranked by Money Magazine and 24/7 Wall Street. With over 1,200 acres of trails, loads of family events throughout the year, a highly-ranked school system, and several lovely cultural sites, Pleasanton has a lot to offer!
Ready To Move To Pleasanton, CA?
Now, it’s time for you to decide. If you like what you’ve heard about Pleasanton and are okay with the cost of living in the city, you may want to seriously consider moving to Pleasanton soon!
If you’re ready to take the next step, don’t hesitate to reach out for more information.
I can show you a list of available homes and help you figure out more specifically how much it will cost for YOUR family to live a comfortable life in Pleasanton.
I hope you enjoyed this article. Please let me know if you have any questions. Warren
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