Central Falls, RI 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.
Central Falls
71.2
#1004 nationally
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in median household income ($85,459 vs $43,092). Central Falls leads in cost of living index (103 vs 155). Central Falls leads in average commute (24.3 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central Falls, RI | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.2 (#1004) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 22,543 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $383,271 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $43,092 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 24.3 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 81 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 8.9 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.4 | D+53.6 |
C-
71.2 Score
Central Falls, RI
Small Rhode Island city with local appeal
Median Home
$383,271
Population
22,543
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
81
Northeast
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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
C
Pacific
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