Oakland, CA vs Shoreview, MN
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
Shoreview
74.4
#604 nationally
Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 17). Shoreview leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 32.1 min). Shoreview leads in cost of living index (115 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Oakland, CA | Shoreview, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62 (#1880) | 74.4 (#604) |
| Population | 433,823 | 26,374 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $717,798 | $420,432 |
| Median Household Income | $85,459 | $106,153 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 17 |
| Crime Level | High | 3.7 |
| School Rating | 4.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+43.3 |
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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C
74.4 Score
Shoreview, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$420,432
Population
26,374
Crime
Low
Walk Score
17
Midwest
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