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Walnut Creek, CA Insightsas of Oct 2026
Population size
72 K People
Population growth
1.2%
Age distribution
0-14: 16%
15-24: 9%
25-44: 28%
45-64: 27%
65+: 20% percent
15-24: 9%
25-44: 28%
45-64: 27%
65+: 20% percent
Household size
2.4 People
Household composition
Families with children: 28%
Couples without children: 35%
Single-person: 30%
Other: 7% percent
Couples without children: 35%
Single-person: 30%
Other: 7% percent
Education level
Bachelor's or higher: 62% percent
Median household income
125,000 USD/year
Employment rate
95 %
Job growth
2.5 %
Dominant industries
Technology, Healthcare, Professional services, Retail
Cost of living index
165 index
Retail sales per capita
18,500 USD/year
Disposable income
95,000 USD/year
Spending behavior by category - apparel, dining, electronics
Apparel: 12%, Dining: 18%, Electronics: 8% percent
Existing retail mix
Mixed-use with department stores, specialty retail, restaurants, and grocery anchors
Number of competitors
45 stores
Market saturation
75 percent
Presence of anchor tenants
Macy's, Target, Whole Foods
Foot traffic from nearby businesses
High from office parks and downtown core
Rent costs
45 USD/sqm/month
Property values
850,000 USD
Availability of retail space
120,000 sqm
Proximity to major roads
Direct access to I-680 and Highway 24
Public transportation access
BART station and multiple bus routes
Parking availability
High with structured garages and surface lots
Pedestrian traffic
High in downtown and mall areas
Vehicle traffic
45,000 vehicles/day
Public transport accessibility
Excellent with BART and buses
Commute times
28 minutes
Work patterns
Many remote or hybrid workers, daytime office population
Shopping preferences
Preference for upscale and experiential retail
Brand affinity
High for premium and sustainable brands
Consumer loyalty
Moderate to high for local and national chains
Entertainment and leisure trends
High interest in dining, movies, and outdoor activities
Crime statistics
Low overall, property crime slightly above average
Shoplifting rates
Below national average
Public safety measures
Strong police presence and community programs
Tourist spending
Moderate from Bay Area visitors
Tourist footfall
150,000 visitors/year
Major local events
Holiday markets, arts festivals, farmers markets
Seasonal attractions
Downtown holiday lights, summer outdoor events
E-commerce penetration
35 %
Click-and-collect adoption
25 %
Local preference for in-store shopping
65 %
Total retail space
350,000 sqm
Retail space per capita
4.9 sqm
Projected growth in retail space
3 %
Retail leakage rate
20 %
Sustainable retail demand
Strong for mixed-use and experiential
Major upcoming retail projects
Mixed-use developments downtown
Grocery market share distribution - Top 3 retailers & market share
Whole Foods: 30%, Safeway: 28%, Trader Joe's: 22% percent
Consumer spending patterns
High on health, wellness, and premium goods
Grocery expenditure trends
Increasing on organic and prepared foods
Luxury retail performance
Strong with high-end boutiques
Top mall shopping preferences
Broadway Plaza for upscale and variety
Shopping trips to other cities - % of residents
25 percent
Key drivers for mall visits
Dining, events, and specific brands
Preferred brand categories - Luxury fashion, Value fashion, etc.
Luxury fashion: 15%, Value fashion: 25%, Casual: 30% percent
Number of existing malls
2 malls
Total retail footfall - annual visits across malls
8,500,000 sqm
Retail market gaps
Limited experiential and tech retail
Trade area population
450,000 people
Retail potential in catchment area
High due to affluent demographics
Projected retail growth rate
2.8 %
Preferred mall layouts
Open-air and mixed-use with dining focus
Public transport access
Excellent BART and bus connections
Walkability score
85 score
Road infrastructure & car access
Excellent with major highways
Parking capacity in comparable malls
3,500 spaces
Surrounding land use & future developments
Mixed residential, office, and retail with ongoing mixed-use projects
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Walnut Creek, CA at a Glance
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