Compare: Oakland, CA and Eastman, GA

Oakland CA

130.5

Cost of Living

above US average

430,553

Population

78.03

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$94,389

Median Income

above US average

$550,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.0%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Eastman GA

95.2

Cost of Living

below US average

5,616

Population

51.1

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$41,213

Median Income

below US average

$136,831

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

21%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Oakland

Cultural diversity celebrated
Strong arts community
Pleasant weather year-round
Near San Francisco
Growing job market
Active outdoor activities
Diverse food scene
Community events abound
Vibrant nightlife options
Family-friendly parks

Cons of Oakland

Schools vary in quality
Homelessness visible
Public transport challenges
Social economic disparities
Some racial tensions noted
High crime rates reported
Limited kids' activities
Traffic congestion issues
Expensive housing market
Political divide evident

Pros of Eastman

Good local schools
Friendly community
Rich local history
Community events often
Low cost of living
Growing job market
Diverse dining options
Plenty of outdoor spaces
Nearby lakes for fishing
Family-oriented activities

Cons of Eastman

Limited job types available
Weather can be extreme
Schools need improvement
Public transport lacking
Limited nightlife options
Rural area with few amenities
High crime rate reported
Few cultural activities
Medical facilities scarce
Some racial tension issues