Canton, OH vs Oakland, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Canton
73.8
#668 nationally
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in median household income ($85,459 vs $37,627). Canton leads in cost of living index (82 vs 155). Canton leads in average commute (19.5 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Canton, OH | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.8 (#668) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 69,197 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $176,627 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $37,627 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 19.5 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 30.7 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 82 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+21.9 | D+53.6 |
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73.8 Score
Canton, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$176,627
Population
69,197
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
48
Midwest
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D-
62 Score
Oakland, CA
Gritty, diverse, and full of culture
Median Home
$717,798
Population
433,823
Crime
High
Schools
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Pacific
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