Oakland, CA vs Tukwila, WA
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
Tukwila
60.9
#1918 nationally
Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 41). Tukwila leads in cost of living index (126 vs 155). Tukwila leads in average commute (26.8 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Oakland, CA | Tukwila, WA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62 (#1880) | 60.9 (#1918) |
| Population | 433,823 | 21,135 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $717,798 | $578,581 |
| Median Household Income | $85,459 | $76,331 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 41 |
| Crime Level | High | 25.4 |
| School Rating | 4.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.6 | D+51.7 |
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-
60.9 Score
Tukwila, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$578,581
Population
21,135
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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