Suburb
Alameda
- AOverall Grade
- Suburb of Oakland, CA
- 158 reviews
- Public SchoolsA
- Crime & SafetyC+
- HousingC-
- NightlifeA+
- Good for FamiliesA
- DiversityA+
- JobsB
- WeatherA+
- Cost of LivingD
- Health & FitnessA
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteA-
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$797,300
National
$184,700Median Rent
$1,720
National
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Alameda Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Working in Alameda
Jobs
B
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$98,150
National
$55,322Alameda Reviews
158 reviews
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Alameda is a very nice residential area that's suitable for families with children as well as single people. It has beautiful and very convenient planning and diverse ethnic background. The schools in Alameda are great. Plus, it's right on the ocean!
Alameda is a cute little suburban town/island across the water from SanFrancisco located between Oakland and San Leandro. It is a great place for families with younger children (parks, beach), senior citizens (old folks homes, 25mph speed limit), and pretty much anyone looking for a safer place to live. Alameda is growing in attractions so streets have become a little more congested but the attractions give all the more reason to come into town! Demographically, Alameda is mostly White and Asian and mixed but definitely a much lower amount of Black and brown people than the neighboring cities. All in all, Alameda is nice little town but for some it might seem too small and not diverse enough to seek permanent residency. Beautiful island town nevertheless!
Alameda is a small island that is packed with a lot of amenities! There's really no reason to leave Alameda unless you work in another city. The community is pretty safe and quiet. There are plenty of amazing homes that cost a pretty dime, so it's not that affordable. However, I think it is worth it.