Oakland, CA vs Pooler, GA
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.
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Pooler
75.2
#491 nationally
Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 13). Pooler leads in cost of living index (108 vs 155). Pooler leads in average commute (24 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Oakland, CA | Pooler, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62 (#1880) | 75.2 (#491) |
| Population | 433,823 | 29,544 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $717,798 | $343,718 |
| Median Household Income | $85,459 | $89,812 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 24 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 13 |
| Crime Level | High | 2.9 |
| School Rating | 4.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+18.0 |
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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C
75.2 Score
Pooler, GA
Small Georgia city with local appeal
Median Home
$343,718
Population
29,544
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Southeast
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