Oakland, CA vs Roseville, CA

Roseville is moderately more affordable than Oakland, with a 14% lower cost of living index. Oakland scores 175 compared to 154 for Roseville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Oakland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Oakland is $1,917/month compared to $2,099/month in Roseville — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oakland has cheaper rent, Roseville actually has lower median home values ($630,600 vs $924,700).

Median household income in Oakland is $97,369 compared to $117,354 in Roseville (-17%). Roseville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Oakland spend roughly 23.6% of their income on rent, more than the 21.5% in Roseville.

Climate-wise, Roseville is notably warmer with an average of 61.2°F compared to 58.1°F in Oakland. Oakland receives more rainfall at 18.7" per year compared to 18" in Roseville.