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
$2,498
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,339
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$88,371
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$921,200
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,050
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$127
👥 People living there
3,857,263
439,418
Commute to work
30.7 min
29.8 min
College degree
38.5%
48.7%
Own their home
36%
42.3%
Below poverty line
16.5%
13.4%
Unemployment
8.2%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Los Angeles for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Los Angeles | Oakland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $123,250 | +49% in Oakland |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $186,610 | +38% in Oakland |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $219,080 | +36% in Oakland |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $92,830 | +26% in Oakland |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | $59,790 | +25% in Oakland |
| Civil Engineer | $108,640 | $130,160 | +20% in Oakland |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $146,760 | +19% in Oakland |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $149,990 | +19% in Oakland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Los Angeles or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
About $61,081 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Los Angeles or Oakland?
The typical household earns $88,371 in Los Angeles and $109,576 in Oakland, 19% more in Oakland.