Oakland, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Oakland is a small town in Florida with a population of 3,566. Residents earn $142,917 per year, which is 90% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,566 Population 1,467/sq mi density
$142,917 Median Income $58,941 per capita
$487,900 Home Value $559,858 Zillow
$2,279 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
218 Violent Crime/100K 1,927 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$142,917 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$487,900 home value, $2,279/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
218 violent crimes/100K (43% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $142,917
90% higher than US avg
Home Value $487,900
73% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 218/100K
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.2%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,279
96% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,566
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,467/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

A+
Median Income$142,917
Per Capita$58,941
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$17,949M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$487,900
Rent$2,279
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$559,858

Crime

F
Violent218/100K
Property1,927/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault182/100K
Burglary509/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation118 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.2%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute28 min
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Oakland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakland receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Oakland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakland is $142,917, which is significantly higher than the national average — 90% above $75,149. This places Oakland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakland is $487,900, making it a premium housing market at 73% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,279 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Oakland is below the national average at 218 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,927 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakland has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oakland has a population of 3,566 with a density of 1,467 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.3%), with 27% Black.

Population

3,566
Total Population
1,467
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.7%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakland is $142,917, which is 90% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Oakland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$142,917
90% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,941
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$74,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,822
County GDP$17,949M

Business (County)

Restaurants679
Healthcare1,072
Retail1,126
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home21.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakland is $487,900, 73% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,279 (96% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $559,858.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$487,900
73% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$559,858
Median List Price$1,275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,275,000
$/Sq Ft$283
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,279
96% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,293

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,605
60% above US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
In Oakland, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oakland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Oakland has a violent crime rate of 218 per 100,000 residents, 43% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,927 per 100,000 (2% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent218.1/100K
43% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery36.4/100K
Assault181.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,926.6/100K
2% below US avg
Burglary508.9/100K
Theft1,417.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oakland has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Coordinates28.5521°N, 81.6367°W
County FIPS12069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 24.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.2%
25% above US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.60
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,072
Restaurants679
Retail Stores1,126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home21.0%

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