Oakland
United States, North America
0.4M people
America/Los_Angeles
English
City
Urban
Oakland
Oakland is a vibrant city in California, known for its diverse population, rich history, and stunning views of the San Francisco Bay.
Coastal
Safety
65
Security
Safe
Cost
130
Living costs
Very Expensive
Healthcare
85
Medical
Excellent
22°
L: 12°
Best time to visitSeptember
Annual rainfall
700mmCost of Living
130
Overall Cost
Very Expensive
150
Rent Index
Very Expensive
110
Groceries
Very Expensive
120
Restaurants
Very Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$2,500
City center
3 Bedroom
$4,000
City center
Cost vs Global Average80% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
78
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 95/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 90/100
Entertainment
85/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$70K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
50
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
110
Expensive
Bad100
System Overview
System Type
Private and Public
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
80
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent94
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 65/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 35/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
85
Health Index
LIFESPAN
80
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
45
Fair
Poor45
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
55
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$100
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.00
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$3.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
70
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
75
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
40
Fair
Nearby Airports
Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
70
Good
Good70
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
75
Good
Good75
Traffic Congestion
High
60 Index
Average60
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$100
per month
Fuel
$1
per liter
Taxi
$3
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
15
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,500
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
80
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
University of California, Berkeley
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
95
Excellent95
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
90
Excellent90
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
85
Excellent85
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
80
Excellent80
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
95
Excellent95
Language Barrier
Low
10
Bad10
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
80
Excellent80
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
50
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure90/100
Visa Process70/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$70,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$70/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality. Consult the US embassy website for details.
Business Freedom80/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease80/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 10/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency95/100
Cultural Diversity95/100
Official Languages
English, Spanish
Tipping Culture
Customary, 15-20%
Weekend Culture
Varied, from outdoor activities to live music and cultural events.
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Languages
English, Spanish
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Private and Public
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Customary, 15-20%
Weekend Culture
Varied, from outdoor activities to live music and cultural events.
Best Time to Visit
September
October
May
June
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality. Consult the US embassy website for details.
Key Statistics
0.4M
Population
130
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$2.5K
1BR Rent
70
Transport
$70K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of California, Berkeley
Nearby location
Airports
Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Nearby location
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