Downtown Livermore California

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Livermore vs Walnut Creek

Two California cities 21 miles apart, side by side.

LivermoreWalnut Creek
Population85,87069,790
Median household income$153,602$135,665
Median home value$1,038,600$1,031,100
Median rent$2,640/mo$2,613/mo
Median age40.546.1
Homeownership72%64%
Property tax (effective)0.80%0.67%
Sales tax10.25%9.25%
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Is Livermore or Walnut Creek cheaper?

For housing, Walnut Creek is cheaper: median home values are $1,038,600 in Livermore and $1,031,100 in Walnut Creek; median rents are $2,640 and $2,613.

Which has higher incomes, Livermore or Walnut Creek?

Livermore: median household income is $153,602 in Livermore and $135,665 in Walnut Creek.

How far is Livermore from Walnut Creek?

About 21 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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