Henderson, NV vs Oakland, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Henderson
72.8
#826 nationally
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 30). Henderson leads in cost of living index (108 vs 155). Henderson leads in school rating (6.8 vs 4.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Henderson, NV | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#826) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 330,891 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $485,484 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $83,567 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 26.2 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 73 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | High |
| School Rating | 6.8 | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | D+53.6 |
C-
72.8 Score
Henderson, NV
Vegas suburb with small-town feel
Median Home
$485,484
Population
330,891
Crime
Very Low
Schools
B
West
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D-
62 Score
Oakland, CA
Gritty, diverse, and full of culture
Median Home
$717,798
Population
433,823
Crime
High
Schools
C
Pacific
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