Oakland, CA vs Peekskill, NY
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.
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Peekskill
67.8
#1382 nationally
Peekskill leads in cost of living index (124 vs 155). Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 60). Oakland leads in average commute (32.1 min vs 38.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Oakland, CA | Peekskill, NY |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62 (#1880) | 67.8 (#1382) |
| Population | 433,823 | 25,442 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $717,798 | $526,914 |
| Median Household Income | $85,459 | $86,695 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 38.2 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 60 |
| Crime Level | High | 5.7 |
| School Rating | 4.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+26.3 |
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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D+
67.8 Score
Peekskill, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Median Home
$526,914
Population
25,442
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
60
Northeast
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