A DRIVE AROUND TOWN
Walnut Creek - California - 4K Downtown Drive
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Relocation guide
Moving to Walnut Creek
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
69,790
Median age 46.1
Median household income
$135,665
Median rent
$2,613/mo
Median home value
$1,031,100
Schools
12
4 districts
Summer high / winter low
88° / 41°
Pros
- Household incomes run 73% above the US median ($135,665).
- Property taxes are low: about 0.67% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in May, June, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 240% more than the US median ($1,031,100).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Walnut Creek?
Walnut Creek spans 4 zip codes. Median home values range from $816,600 to $1,307,100 by zip.
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Questions
Is Walnut Creek a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 73% above the US median ($135,665). Property taxes are low: about 0.67% of home value a year (US 0.98%). On the other hand: Homes cost 240% more than the US median ($1,031,100).
How much do I need to earn to live in Walnut Creek?
The median household earns $135,665. Rent at the median ($2,613/month) is about 23% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $104,520 a year.
How many schools are in Walnut Creek?
12 public and private schools across 4 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Walnut Creek?
Highs average 88°F in July and lows 41°F in December. The most comfortable months are May, June, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.