Oakland, CA vs Bakersfield, CA

Rent & cost of living comparison

Bakersfield, CA is 24% cheaper to rent than Oakland, CA, with median rents of $1,957 vs $2,592. Household income is higher in Oakland, CA ($101,600 vs $80,540). Oakland, CA has a notably higher share of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher (48.7%).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents