Oakland and Antioch are two vibrant cities in California, each offering its own unique charm. Oakland, located in the San Francisco Bay area, is a bustling metropolis known for its cultural diversity and booming tech industry. Antioch, on the other hand, is a suburban city located in the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area. It offers a slower pace of life, wider open spaces, and lower cost of living. Here's a detailed comparison of what these two cities have to offer to both residents and tourists.
Distance between
Oakland, CA and
Antioch, CA : 26.9 miles
Oakland's population is larger by 278%. Its population has grown by 34,339 people (8.6%) since 2000. The population of Antioch has grown by 24,262 people (26.8%) during that time.
Safety is a vital factor when considering a city for relocation or visit. Unfortunately, Oakland has faced concerns over high crime rates, particularly in some of its neighborhoods. However, it's important to note that not all areas of Oakland are unsafe and crime rates vary. Antioch, on the other hand, generally enjoys a lower crime rate than Oakland, making it a safer option for both residents and tourists.
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
Sex Offenders
According to our data, there are 967 registered sex offenders living in Oakland and 222 registered sex offenders living in . The ratio of residents to sex offenders in Oakland is 434 to 1; the ratio in Antioch is 499 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents in Oakland is near to than in Antioch.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Oakland is relatively high, due to its close proximity to San Francisco and its strong tech economy. Pricing for housing, groceries, and general living expenses are substantially higher than the national average. In contrast, Antioch offers a lower cost of living, making it a more affordable option for families and individuals looking to relocate.
Income Tax
California has the highest state income tax in the U.S., which both Antioch and Oakland residents are subject to. There are no additional city income taxes.
Property Tax
As for property tax, both cities fall under the California average, but Oakland’s rates tend to be slightly higher due to higher property values.
Sales Tax
Both Oakland and Antioch impose the standard California state sales tax rate of 7.25%, but Oakland has an added city sales tax, making its total rate slightly higher than Antioch's.
Income
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Estimated median household income
$82,236
$81,008
Estimated per capita income
$49,966
$36,202
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
126.7
118.1
If you make $50,000 in Antioch, you will have to make $53,641 in Oakland to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Oakland offers beautiful geographical diversity with hills, a bustling bay, and parks. Antioch is situated along the San Joaquin-Sacramento River Delta, providing opportunities for water sports and recreation.
When it comes to education, Oakland has a diverse range of public and private schools, with several highly ranked. Oakland is also home to institutions like the University of California, Berkeley, and Mills College. Antioch also offers a range of public and private education options, though it lacks major universities within its city limits.
Oakland's economy is diverse, with sectors including technology, healthcare, and manufacturing providing job opportunities. However, the competition can be tough due to its proximity to Silicon Valley. On the other hand, Antioch's economy is smaller but still robust, with healthcare, retail, and education being major employers.
Biggest Employers
In Oakland, some of the biggest employers include Kaiser Permanente, the City of Oakland, and the University of California San Francisco. In Antioch, the top employers are the Antioch Unified School District, Sutter Delta Medical Centre, and Walmart.
There were 114 building permits issued in Oakland in 2012 (73 more than in 2011) compared to 578 building permits issued in Antioch in 2012 (429 more than in 2011).
In Oakland (Alameda County), 78.9% voted for Democrats and 18.2% for Republicans in 2012 Presidential Election. In Antioch (Contra Costa County), 66.2% voted for Democrats and 31.1% for Republicans.
Elections
Type
Democrats
Republicans
Other
Year
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
2020
79.8%
71.8%
17.6%
26.4%
2.6%
1.8%
2016
78.2%
67.5%
14.6%
24.5%
7.2%
8.0%
2012
78.9%
66.2%
18.2%
31.1%
3.0%
2.7%
2008
78.8%
68.0%
19.3%
30.2%
2.0%
1.8%
2004
75.5%
62.6%
23.4%
36.7%
1.1%
0.7%
2000
69.6%
59.0%
24.2%
37.2%
6.2%
3.8%
1996
65.8%
55.7%
23.1%
35.2%
11.2%
9.1%
Breakdown of population affiliated with a religious congregation
Type
Adherents
Congregations
Religion
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
CATHOLIC CHURCH
15.3%
21.8%
4.9%
5.2%
MUSLIM ESTIMATE
2.0%
1.0%
2.5%
1.4%
SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION
1.5%
1.3%
10.9%
10.0%
AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCHES IN THE USA
0.5%
0.3%
2.5%
2.6%
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
0.3%
0.5%
1.7%
2.3%
EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA
0.3%
0.5%
2.3%
2.0%
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
0.3%
0.3%
1.4%
1.5%
Weather
Both cities enjoy a typical Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Oakland, being closer to the coast, often experiences cool sea breezes, making its climate somewhat milder than Antioch. Antioch, further inland, usually has hotter summers and colder winters than Oakland.
Weather and climate
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Temperature - Average
59.1°F
60.4°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
84.2%
69.7%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
29%
47.1%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
90.9%
86.4%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
61.9%
39.4%
Precipitation - Yearly average
23.5 in
15.1 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
0 in
0 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
26.9%
30%
Sunshine amount - Average
73%
76.7%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
22%
28.8%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
77%
81%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
55%
52.2%
Wind speed - Average
11.4 mph
9 mph
Average climate in Oakland, California
Average climate in Antioch, California
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PB
PM25
SO2
Year
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
Oakland
Antioch
2018
105
99
0.46
0.35
13.0
6.7
20.9
26.0
0.012
N/A
13.7
12.8
0.4
0.7
2017
100
96
0.48
0.35
13.5
6.0
21.2
26.9
0.008
N/A
11.3
11.0
0.5
1.2
2016
80
92
0.41
0.34
12.9
5.7
20.3
26.4
0.005
N/A
7.9
7.1
0.9
1.2
2015
93
95
0.43
0.36
14.5
6.4
20.6
26.6
0.004
N/A
9.5
9.0
0.8
0.8
2014
90
93
0.42
0.31
14.7
6.6
20.6
26.0
0.005
N/A
9.1
7.8
0.5
0.7
2013
89
91
0.39
0.31
15.2
8.0
18.0
23.9
0.004
N/A
11.6
8.7
0.5
0.5
2012
87
88
0.38
0.31
13.7
7.3
18.7
26.3
0.003
N/A
8.5
7.6
0.7
0.6
2011
94
92
0.32
0.32
14.4
7.7
18.5
23.9
0.003
N/A
10.1
9.1
1.1
0.8
2010
90
77
0.21
0.30
14.4
7.1
19.4
25.7
0.013
N/A
8.4
6.8
1.0
0.8
2009
99
98
0.22
0.28
15.2
7.9
19.0
25.7
0.006
N/A
11.3
8.5
1.3
0.8
2008
110
120
0.29
0.31
15.1
9.4
20.1
26.4
0.006
0.005
12.4
11.3
1.0
1.4
2007
100
104
0.41
0.33
13.4
9.4
21.3
25.3
0.006
N/A
9.5
9.6
1.1
1.6
2006
106
106
0.47
0.38
13.8
10.3
22.6
26.1
N/A
N/A
9.4
11.7
1.3
2.1
2005
97
102
0.56
0.37
13.3
10.2
15.3
23.5
N/A
N/A
9.6
10.7
1.4
2.1
2004
107
115
0.51
0.41
14.3
10.4
15.3
24.0
0.004
N/A
11.3
12.1
1.8
1.8
2003
82
83
0.63
0.44
16.1
11.3
15.8
25.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.7
1.9
2002
81
89
0.69
0.48
18.8
12.9
16.7
25.6
0.008
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.6
2.3
2001
87
89
0.70
0.49
17.2
13.1
12.7
25.0
0.008
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.5
2.3
2000
78
97
0.84
0.53
17.1
13.2
11.8
23.4
0.012
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.8
1.7
Natural disasters
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
8.8%
9.9%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
7,647.7%
7,899.1%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
20%
18%
Transportation
Oakland has excellent public transportation with BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), bus systems, and ferries. In contrast, Antioch’s public transportation is limited, but it does have a BART station for commuting to other bay area cities.
Transport
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Amtrak stations
1
1
Amtrak stations nearby
3
2
FAA registered aircraft
154
20
FAA registered aircraft manufacturers and dealers
2
1
Means of transportation to work
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Bicycle
1%
0.4%
Bus
3.2%
1%
Carpooled
12.6%
14.6%
Car alone
72.2%
79.3%
Ferryboat
0.1%
0%
Motorcycle
0.4%
0.3%
Railroad
0.1%
0.4%
Streetcar
2.3%
0.3%
Subway
0.5%
0%
Taxicab
0.1%
0%
Walked
5.5%
3.1%
Average travel time to work
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Average
33.6 min
26 min
Other means
29 min
41 min
Public transportation
45.3 min
67.7 min
Private vehicle occupancy
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Average
1.2
1.3
Drove alone
88.1%
87.4%
In 2 person carpool
9.2%
7.4%
In 3 person carpool
2%
2%
In 4 person carpool
0.6%
0.6%
In 5-6 person carpool
0%
2.6%
How many people usually rode to work in the car, truck or van.
Real Estate
Oakland's real estate market is highly competitive with high property prices due to its desirable location and strong economy. Homebuyers and renters typically find more affordable options in Antioch, as property prices are more reasonable.
Neighborhoods
Oakland offers a diverse range of neighborhoods, from bustling Downtown to relaxed Lake Merritt. Antioch is a predominantly suburban city, with several safe, family-friendly neighborhoods.
Houses and residents
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Houses
186,660
37,650
Average household size (people)
2.5
3.2
Median year apartment built
1958
1983
Median year house/condo built
1943
1989
Length of stay in the house since moving in
15.4 years
12.6 years
Houses occupied
170,366 (91.3%)
37,081 (98.5%)
Houses occupied by owners
72,661 (42.7%)
23,652 (63.8%)
Houses occupied by renters
97,705 (57.4%)
13,429 (36.2%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$3,127
$1,529
Median monthly housing costs
$1,921
$1,965
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$923,387
$712,577
Estimated median house or condo value
$848,600
$577,900
Median numbers of rooms
4.3
5.9
Median number of rooms in apartments
3.6
4.7
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
5.7
6.5
Median house age
69
35
Renting percentage
58.9%
35.7%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
3,329.9
1,397.1
House value disparities
22.3%
19%
Household income disparities
45.9%
43.9%
Median household income for houses/condes with a mortgage
$153,718
$107,461
Median household income for apartments without a mortgage
$81,904
$92,327
Housing units without a mortgage
1,176 (2.2%)
474 (2.5%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
4,996 (9.4%)
1,540 (8%)
Housing units with a mortgage
51,720 (97.8%)
18,703 (97.5%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
139 (0.3%)
37 (0.2%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
6,096 (11.5%)
1,716 (8.9%)
House/condo owner moved in on average (years ago)
13
11
House/condo renter moved in on average (years ago)
4
4
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
2.4%
0.6%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
1.6%
0.7%
Housing units in structures
Housing units in structures
Oakland
Antioch
One, detached
42.3%
76.8%
One, attached
4.9%
7.8%
Two
6.2%
0.0%
3 or 4
11.1%
1.8%
5 to 9
6.6%
4.0%
10 to 19
6.9%
1.1%
20 to 49
9.9%
1.8%
50 or more
11.7%
5.8%
Mobile homes
0.3%
1.0%
Boats, RVs, vans, etc.
0.1%
0.0%
Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
20,615
2,484
State government workers
9,112
936
Unpaid family workers
529
660
Industries and Occupations
Oakland harbours many industries such as technology, healthcare, and finance, offering diverse occupational opportunities. Antioch's economy leans towards retail, healthcare, and education. However, many residents commute to jobs in nearby cities including San Francisco and Oakland.
Oakland provides substantial healthcare facilities, housing several prominent hospitals. Antioch has less healthcare infrastructure, but its residents usually commute to neighboring cities for major medical services.
Health (county statistics)
Type
Oakland
Antioch
General health status score of residents in this county from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent)
Oakland, being a larger city, has more developed infrastructure, with many hospitals, schools, recreational facilities and an international airport. Antioch, although smaller, offers adequate infrastructure including hospitals, schools, and parks. However, its transportation infrastructure is less developed compared to Oakland.
Infrastructure
Type
Oakland
Antioch
Hospitals
9
10
TV stations
28
23
Bank branches located here
76
15
Bank institutions located here
29
8
Drinking water stations with no reported violations in the past
10
4
Drinking water stations with reported violations in the past
HMDA - Conventional home purchase loans - Applications denied
Year
Oakland
Antioch
1999
1,291
346
2000
1,721
562
2001
1,244
570
2002
1,370
560
2003
2,021
612
2004
3,261
970
2005
3,850
1,266
2006
4,422
1,422
2007
2,645
772
2008
1,041
448
2009
700
187
Culture and Food
Oakland is culturally diverse, mirrored in its vibrant food scene. It's home to a range of restaurants serving global cuisines. Antioch also offers various dining options, though fewer in number and diversity compared to Oakland.
Sports Teams
Oakland is home to the Oakland Athletics (MLB) and was home to the Golden State Warriors (NBA) until 2019. However, Antioch doesn't host any major professional sports teams.
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