Allen, TX vs Pleasanton, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Allen
74.1
#630 nationally
Pleasanton
64.1
#1720 nationally
Allen leads in cost of living index (122 vs 231). Pleasanton leads in median household income ($181,639 vs $121,259). Allen leads in average commute (27 min vs 34.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Allen, TX | Pleasanton, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.1 (#630) | 64.1 (#1720) |
| Population | 111,620 | 74,653 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $493,450 | $1,530,327 |
| Median Household Income | $121,259 | $181,639 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 34.3 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 3.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 231 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.2 | D+53.6 |
C
74.1 Score
Allen, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$493,450
Population
111,620
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Southwest
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D
64.1 Score
Pleasanton, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,530,327
Population
74,653
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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