Oakland, CA vs Wadsworth, OH
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
Wadsworth
76
#402 nationally
Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 31). Wadsworth leads in cost of living index (93 vs 155). Wadsworth leads in average commute (23.7 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Oakland, CA | Wadsworth, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62 (#1880) | 76 (#402) |
| Population | 433,823 | 24,709 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $717,798 | $323,429 |
| Median Household Income | $85,459 | $72,325 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 23.7 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 31 |
| Crime Level | High | 3.7 |
| School Rating | 4.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | R+24.8 |
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
76 Score
Wadsworth, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$323,429
Population
24,709
Crime
Low
Walk Score
31
Midwest
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