Cincinnati, 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.
Cincinnati
72.8
#820 nationally
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in median household income ($85,459 vs $46,094). Cincinnati leads in cost of living index (88 vs 155). Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 50).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cincinnati, OH | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#820) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 311,097 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $251,326 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $46,094 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 73 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | High |
| School Rating | 5.6 | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | D+53.6 |
C-
72.8 Score
Cincinnati, OH
Queen City charm with renewed energy
Median Home
$251,326
Population
311,097
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
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
C
Pacific
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