Spring Valley is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spring Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,511
$1,889
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,352
$1,783
💵 Families earn per year
$109,576
$80,360
🔑 Buying a house
$929,900
$433,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
100.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,575
$2,149
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$139
👥 People living there
439,418
219,187
Commute to work
29.8 min
22.5 min
College degree
48.7%
31.4%
Own their home
42.3%
50.5%
Below poverty line
13.4%
12.2%
Unemployment
6.4%
7.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Spring Valley for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Oakland or Spring Valley cheaper to live in?
Spring Valley is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,889 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Spring Valley to match $60,000 in Oakland?
About $51,886 a year gives the same standard of living in Spring Valley.
Where do people earn more, Oakland or Spring Valley?
The typical household earns $109,576 in Oakland and $80,360 in Spring Valley, 36% more in Oakland.