Median Income
$61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,500
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
30.5%
146% higher than US avg
How Oakland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population901
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density1,325/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Economy
C+
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$34,015
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty30.5%
County GDP$6,288M
Commute36 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation288 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+96.3%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute36 min
Libraries4
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 affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. 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 $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 30.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oakland is $109,500, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Oakland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Oakland has a population of 901 with a density of 1,325 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.3%), with 2% Hispanic, 41.8% Black.
Population
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Oakland is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,875 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,015 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,024 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,168 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 30.5% |
| 146% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,305 |
| County GDP | $6,288M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 178 |
| Healthcare | 213 |
| Retail | 374 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,945 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Oakland is $109,500, 61% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,500 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $187,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $187,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $133 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.9% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,945 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.69% |
In Oakland, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oakland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.4% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,356/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 213 |
Crime Rates: Oakland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
Safety Score
Oakland has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.8 inches |
| 29% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 288 ft (88 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,325/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9894°N, 80.4959°W |
| County FIPS | 45085 |