Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
18%
Over 65
30%
Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,504
Population
71,831
Renter Mix
36% Rent
Wide-open spaces surround this bustling shopping destination
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Nestled in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, Walnut Creek combines suburban comfort with city amenities. The city encompasses 1,800 acres of open space, featuring Shell Ridge and Lime Ridge trails for hiking and outdoor recreation. Downtown Walnut Creek features Broadway Plaza shopping district, while the Lesher Center for the Arts hosts performances and cultural events. The rental market shows a 1.7% annual increase, with one-bedroom units averaging $2,476 and two-bedroom homes typically renting for $2,953. Notable areas include Parkmead, Walnut Heights, and the Northgate district.
Established in 1849 along what early settlers called "Nuts Creek," Walnut Creek has grown into a community of over 70,000 residents. The Mediterranean climate makes it ideal for exploring outdoor spaces like Heather Farm Park and the Ruth Bancroft Garden. Downtown offers shopping and dining options, while two BART stations connect residents to San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area destinations. Local attractions include the Lindsay Wildlife Experience and the Gardens at Heather Farm, and the Iron Horse Trail provides a pathway through the city for cyclists and pedestrians.
Explore the City
Briones Regional Park is in the middle of the Reliez Valley neighborhood and has miles hiking.
People and their pups love Brookwood Park for a stroll.
Downtown Walnut Creek First Wednesday Street Fest for live music, food, and 80+ artisan vendors.
Shell Ridge trails offer a refreshing escape into nature, just steps from the city.
All aboard the Walnut Creek BART train—your gateway to adventure in the East Bay.
Bring your furry friend to San Miguel Park for a day of fun, fetch, and fresh air.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$127,869
Average: $155,061
Education
41,091
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
34,753
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Walnut Creek has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
54%
Other Education
46%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Walnut Creek, CA is $2,406 for a studio, $2,494 for one bedroom, $2,997 for two bedrooms, and $4,048 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Walnut Creek has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,494/month
699 Sq Ft
House
$4,427/month
1,393 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,517/month
790 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,098/month
850 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Walnut Creek, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
355 Students
Public
Grades K-5
485 Students
Public
Grades K-8
451 Students
Public
Grades K-5
689 Students
Public
Grades K-5
672 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
940 Students
Public
Grades K-8
451 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,005 Students
Public
Grades K-8
301 Students
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts
Public
Grades 6-12
285 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,577 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,546 Students
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts
Public
Grades 6-12
285 Students
Acalanes Center For Independent Study
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Howe Homestead Park
- Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail
- Civic Park
- Butterfly Habitat Gardens
- Lar Rieu Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Metro Oakland International
- San Francisco International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.