salaryHuntington Beach is 4% cheaperBased 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
$2,987
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,696
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$130,411
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$1,100,000
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,234
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$108
$127
👥 People living there
195,240
439,418
Commute to work
28.4 min
29.8 min
College degree
49%
48.7%
Own their home
55.4%
42.3%
Below poverty line
7.8%
13.4%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Oakland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntington Beach or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Huntington Beach is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,987 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Huntington Beach?
About $62,652 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Huntington Beach or Oakland?
The typical household earns $130,411 in Huntington Beach and $109,576 in Oakland, 19% more in Huntington Beach.
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