East Oakdale, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

East Oakdale is a small town in California with a population of 2,346. Residents earn $122,647 per year, which is 63% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,346 Population 435/sq mi density
$122,647 Median Income $71,324 per capita
$850,400 Home Value
$2,069 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$122,647 median income, 1.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$850,400 home value, $2,069/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $122,647
63% higher than US avg
Home Value $850,400
202% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.5%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,069
78% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

How East Oakdale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,346
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density435/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$122,647
Per Capita$71,324
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute33 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$850,400
Rent$2,069
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation145 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.5%
High School+91.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute33 min
Libraries13

Is East Oakdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Oakdale receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. East Oakdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Oakdale is $122,647, which is significantly higher than the national average — 63% above $75,149. This places East Oakdale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Oakdale is $850,400, making it a premium housing market at 202% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,069 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

East Oakdale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

East Oakdale has a population of 2,346 with a density of 435 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

2,346
Total Population
435
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

East Oakdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.1%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.9%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

East Oakdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Oakdale is $122,647, which is 63% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: East Oakdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$122,647
63% above US avg
Per Capita Income$71,324
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in East Oakdale is $850,400, 202% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,069 (78% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$850,400
202% above US avg
Median List Price$1,212,475

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,212,475
$/Sq Ft$310
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops44.4%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,069
78% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate0.54%
In East Oakdale, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Oakdale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479

Crime Rates: East Oakdale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

East Oakdale has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation145 ft (44 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density435/sq mi
Coordinates37.7839°N, 120.7986°W
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 41.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.5%
23% above US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density435/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Work from Home11.6%

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