salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,180
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,128
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$195,754
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$1,403,800
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,190
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$127
👥 People living there
228,295
439,418
Commute to work
30.3 min
29.8 min
College degree
63.9%
48.7%
Own their home
60.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
5.2%
13.4%
Unemployment
4.7%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fremont for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Oakland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fremont | Oakland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $186,610 | 0% in Oakland |
| Nurse Practitioner | $219,080 | $219,080 | 0% in Oakland |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $94,310 | $94,310 | 0% in Oakland |
| Nursing Assistant | $56,080 | $56,080 | 0% in Oakland |
| Medical Assistant | $59,790 | $59,790 | 0% in Oakland |
| Pharmacist | $177,410 | $177,410 | 0% in Oakland |
| Physician Assistant | $184,380 | $184,380 | 0% in Oakland |
| Dental Hygienist | $146,760 | $146,760 | 0% in Oakland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fremont or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Fremont and Oakland cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Fremont?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Fremont or Oakland?
The typical household earns $195,754 in Fremont and $109,576 in Oakland, 79% more in Fremont.