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Oakland, CA
Oakland · Alameda County · CA 94601
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$710K
Median Price
59/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
25 min
to Downtown San Francisco
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
C-Walkability
59/100
WYLT Score52/100
Our Take
Oakland’s walkability, bike‑friendly streets, and solid schools make it a lively place, but the high cost of homes and rent versus median income, along with moderate crime concerns, means it’s worth careful budgeting before moving here.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable with a walkscore of 75
- ✓Excellent bike infrastructure, score 80
- ✓Top‑rated public schools, average rating 5
- ✓25‑minute commute to downtown San Francisco
Real Talk
- !Median home price (≈$649k) far exceeds median household income ($62.8k), making affordability a challenge
- !Crime reports (robberies, homelessness) indicate moderate violent and property crime risks
- !High rent ($1,596/month) may stretch budgets, especially for renters
- $High property taxes and insurance in the Bay Area
- $Maintenance and renovation costs for older homes
- $HOA fees common in many neighborhoods
Best For
ArtistsCommutersFamiliesStudents
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
Oakland, CA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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