CA·West Coast
Oakland
“Oakland college town”
MildSunnyCoastal
The Pulse
Population
440k
Rent, 1BR
$2,500/mo
Walk / Transit
73 · 58
Safety
C
The Scene
Mills, Cal State East Bay nearby, and BART access to Berkeley and SF. Real culture, real community.
Grittier and cheaper than SF with a strong music and food scene. Safety varies by block.
Monthly cost · 1-person
Rent (1BR)
$2,500
Groceries
$460
Utilities
$155
Transit
$95
Estimated total$3,210/mo
Climate
0°30°60°90°
Winter
50.7°
Summer
64.5°
Pacific36.2″ rain/yr
Getting around
Walk
73
Transit
58
Some transit — Car helpful but not required
Schools here · 6