Melbourne, FL 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.
Melbourne
69.9
#1158 nationally
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 33). Melbourne leads in cost of living index (105 vs 155). Melbourne leads in average commute (22.5 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Melbourne, FL | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.9 (#1158) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 86,960 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $360,012 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $60,917 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 22.5 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 7.6 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+20.8 | D+53.6 |
D+
69.9 Score
Melbourne, FL
Florida community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$360,012
Population
86,960
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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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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