How much does it cost to rent in Pleasanton, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Pleasanton, CA is $3,180. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Pleasanton cheaper than other California cities?

Pleasanton is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #121 out of 387 cities tracked at $3,180/mo.

When was Pleasanton rent data last updated?

Pleasanton rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · CA

Pleasanton

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Pop. 76,960·121st most expensive in California·Pleasanton rents are up 11.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,180/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.5%

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

+$1,215

Rising (Monthly)

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Pleasanton · $3,180

More expensive than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

41/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% above what Pleasanton's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,180/mo

Expected by trend

$3,041/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Pleasanton's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,430

1 BR

$2,765

2 BR

$3,365

3 BR

$4,305

4 BR+

$5,115

Research median

$3,365/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$38,160/yr

At $3,180/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.5% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Pleasanton, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 69.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

76,960

Median income

$190,124

Median age

43.1

Renters

33%

Age distribution

23.1%

14.7%

32.4%

13.1%

16.7%

Under 1823.1%

18–3414.7%

35–5432.4%

55–6413.1%

65+16.7%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

38.4%

12.5%

43.9%

White38.4%

Black1.8%

Hispanic12.5%

Asian43.9%

Other3.4%

Education (25+)

17.1%

69.9%

No HS diploma3.5%

HS diploma9.6%

Some college17.1%

Bachelor's+69.9%

Housing tenure

67%

33%

Owner67%

Renter33%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Pleasanton, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,587 → $3,180

up 22.9%

Income

$167,932 → $190,124

up 13.2%

Population

79,558 → 76,960

down 3.3%

Renter share

32.5% → 33%

+0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

66.3% → 69.9%

+3.6 pts

Median age

41.1 → 43.1

+2.0 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Pleasanton, CA has shifted from $2,587 to $3,180, up 22.9% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $190,124 today, compared with $167,932 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Pleasanton, CA losing about 2,598 residents over the five-year window, down 3.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 66.3% to 69.9% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Pleasanton on your salary?

At $3,180/mo, how Pleasanton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 48.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 41.9% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 18.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 51.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 57% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 46.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Pleasanton rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Pleasanton. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Pleasanton, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pleasanton is $3,180/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,430/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,365/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,765/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,305/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($190,124/yr), Pleasanton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pleasanton an affordable city for renters?

Pleasanton is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,180/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($190,124/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pleasanton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Pleasanton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $127,000/year (~$61/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,180/mo in Pleasanton. The local median household income is $190,124/yr, meaning the typical Pleasanton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pleasanton?

Rent in Pleasanton has increased 11.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Pleasanton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Pleasanton are 94588 ($3,132/mo), and 94566 ($3,254/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Pleasanton is $3,180/mo.

How does Pleasanton rent compare to other cities in California?

Pleasanton is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #121 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,180/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pleasanton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pleasanton ($3,180/mo): Union City ($2,867/mo), Livermore ($3,082/mo).

What percentage of Pleasanton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33% of Pleasanton households are renters, while 67% are owner-occupied. Pleasanton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pleasanton rent compare to the national average?

Pleasanton's median rent of $3,180/mo is $1,215 (62%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #121 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,180/mo, rent takes ~20% of Pleasanton's median household income ($190,124/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pleasanton 20%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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