Walkability (est.)
61
Somewhat Walkable
Safety Score
48
1,299 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
33.2 min
one way
Work from Home
22%
of workers
Commute Breakdown
Drive Alone: 43%
Public Transit: 25%
Work from Home: 22%
Other: 10%
Source: Census ACS 2022
Amenities
2,203
Restaurants (est.)
88
Parks (est.)
9
Hospitals (est.)
Estimated from Census County Business Patterns
Notable Neighborhoods
Temescal
Foodie corridor on Telegraph with diverse cuisines and shops
Rockridge
College Avenue charm with BART access and bookstores
Jack London Square
Waterfront dining and entertainment with ferry access
Grand Lake
Lake Merritt adjacent with the Grand Lake Theatre and farmers market
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best neighborhoods in Oakland?
Popular neighborhoods in Oakland include Temescal, Rockridge, Jack London Square, Grand Lake. Each offers a unique vibe from family-friendly to trendy dining districts.
What is the average commute time in Oakland?
The average commute in Oakland, CA is 33.2 minutes. 43% of workers drive alone, 25% use public transit, and 22% work from home (Census ACS 2022).
How safe is Oakland?
Oakland has a safety score of 48/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 1299 per 100,000 residents. This is about average for major US cities.
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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.