Livability Score

69
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (23) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Maitland Market
Coffee Shop
Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden
Coffee Shop
Highwire Coffee Roasters
Coffee Shop
The Local
Coffee Shop
Blue Dot Cafe & Coffee Bar
Coffee Shop
Ding tea
Coffee Shop
Peet's Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Jim's Coffee Shop
Coffee Shop
Beanery Coffee Roasters
Coffee Shop
Abigail café & deli
Coffee Shop
Little House Cafe
Coffee Shop
Coffee Cultures
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Signal Coffee Roasters
Coffee Shop
KEFA Cafe
Coffee Shop
Mosley's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Peet's Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Stars & Stripes Cafe
Coffee Shop
Red Bay Coffee Roasters
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (18) F
Bowlero Alameda
Bowling Alley
Alameda Museum
Museum
Alameda Spite House
Attraction
Alameda Theatres
Cinema
Altarena Playhouse
Theatre Arts
Doug Siden Visitor Center at Crab Cove
Aquarium
Frank Bette Center for the Arts
Theatre Arts
Rhythmix Cultural Works
Theatre Arts
Pacific Pinball Museum
Museum
Short Solent Mk. III Flying Boat
Attraction
Oakland Aviation Museum
Museum
T-39 Business Jet
Attraction
Glasair
Attraction
Ercoupe
Attraction
Cessna 0-2
Attraction
Mig-15
Attraction
Mustang P-51
Attraction
A-7 Corsair
Attraction
San Francisco Air Tours
Attraction
A-3 Skywarrior
Attraction
Harrier
Attraction
A-4 Skyhawk
Attraction
Norton Factory Studios
Art Gallery
College of Alameda Ball Park
Stadium
S-3 Viking
Attraction
Food and Drink (58) F
McDonald's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Five Guys
Fast Food
See's Candies
Sweets
Panera Bread
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
UC Liquor
Beverages
KFC
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Lucky 13
Bar
Alameda Cellars
Alcohol
Hobnob
Bar
Yogofina
Sweets
Tucker's Ice Cream
Sweets
Rocket Fizz
Sweets
Pampered Pup
Fast Food
Alameda Wine Co.
Beverages
Scobies
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Little Old-Fashioned Candie
Sweets
Lostweekend Lounge
Bar
American Oak
Bar
Churchward Pub
Bar
Wienerschnitzel
Fast Food
Fitness (6) F
Alameda Athletic Club
Gym
Mastick Senior Center
Community Centre
24 Hour Fitness
Gym
Speed Power Strength
Gym
Boys & Girls Club of Alameda
Community Centre
Spanish Speaking Citizens' Foundation
Community Centre
Mariner Square Athletic Club
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Sequoia Fitness
Gym
Bladium Sports & Fitness Club
Gym
Rainbow Recreation Center
Community Centre
City Fit
Gym
Groceries (15) F
Safeway
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Mama Papa Lithuania Bakery
Bakery
Chestnut Encinal market
Grocery Store
Dan's Fresh Produce
Grocery Store
Alameda Natural Grocery
Grocery Store
Feel Good Bakery
Bakery
Baron's Meat & Poultry
Butcher
Crispian Bakery
Bakery
Doodle Cakes
Bakery
Nob Hill Foods
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Saba Live Poultry
Butcher
FoodMaxx
Grocery Store
Lucky
Grocery Store
Churros Mexicanos
Bakery
Supermercado Mi Pueblo
Grocery Store
Pasteleria La Favorita
Bakery
Smart & Final Extra!
Grocery Store
El Charro Supermarket
Grocery Store
Peña's Bakery II
Bakery
Los Mexicanos Panaderia
Bakery
Safeway
Grocery Store
El Ranchito Market
Grocery Store
Parks (104) A+
Shoreline Park
Park
Tillman Park
Park
Leydecker Park
Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Park
Krusi Park
Park
Rittler Park
Park
Towata Park
Park
Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
Park
Chochenyo Park
Park
Godfrey Park
Park
Wood Logs Playground
Park
Franklin Park
Park
Portola Triangle Park
Park
Lincoln Park
Park
Washington Park
Park
Washington Park Playground
Playground
McKinley Park
Park
Thompson Field
Park
Littlejohn Playground
Playground
Littlejohn Park
Park
Fruitvale Bridge Park
Park
Longfellow Park
Park
Union Point Park
Park
Jean Sweeney Open Space Park
Park
San Leandro Bay Regional Shoreline
Park
Shops (59) F
Pagano's Hardware Store
Home Improvement
Bed Bath & Beyond
Houseware
Petco
Pets
Old Navy
Clothing
TJ Maxx
Department Store
Whales & Friends
Gift Shop
Daiso Japan
Discount Store
Alameda South Shore Center
Mall
Ross
Department Store
Ulta Beauty
Beauty
Kohl's
Department Store
Elite Electronics
Electronics
Moodswing
Clothing
Alameda Nails
Beauty
Starbaby studio
Hairdresser
Lynn's of Alameda
Furniture
Encinal Hardware
Home Improvement
Classy
Beauty
Salon one
Hairdresser
Supercuts
Hairdresser
Encinal Shopping Center
Mall
Books Inc.
Books
Daisy's
Clothing
The nail shop
Beauty
Sunbody
Beauty
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 18.2% take public transportation in Alameda.
Public Transit Stops (250)
Stops & Stations A+
Mecartney Road & Sharon Road
Bus Stop
Mecartney Road & Sharon Road
Bus Stop
Harbor Bay Ferry Terminal
Bus Stop
Aughinbaugh Way & Mecartney Road
Bus Stop
Bay Farm Island Lagoon
Bus Stop
Bay Farm Island Lagoon
Bus Stop
Aughinbaugh Way & Mecartney Road
Bus Stop
Mecartney Road & Aughinbaugh Way
Bus Stop
Aughinbaugh Way & Kofman Parkway
Bus Stop
Aughinbaugh Way & Robert Davey Junior Drive
Bus Stop
Aughinbaugh Way & Robert Davey Junior Drive
Bus Stop
Mecartney Road & Aughinbaugh Way
Bus Stop
Robert Davey Junior Drive & Channing Way
Bus Stop
Mecartney Road & Baywalk Road
Bus Stop
Robert Davey Junior Drive & Channing Way
Bus Stop
Mecartney Road & Marcuse Street
Bus Stop
2801 Harbor Bay Parkway
Bus Stop
2801 Harbor Bay Parkway
Bus Stop
Robert Davey Junior Drive & Oyster Pond Road
Bus Stop
Robert Davey Junior Drive & Oyster Pond Road
Bus Stop
Mecartney Road & Ironwood Road
Bus Stop
Robert Davey Junior Drive & Puddingstone Road
Bus Stop
Mecartney Road & Verdemar Drive
Bus Stop
Robert Davey Junior Drive & Puddingstone Road
Bus Stop
2161-2199 Harbor Bay Parkway
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
18.2% A
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Alameda is 207/100 - which is 49% higher than California.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime D-

Alameda crime rates are 6,012 per 100k, which is 112% higher than California
Property Crime
5,669 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
344 crimes per 100k C+
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employment A+

The median income in Alameda is $106,737 - which is 67% higher than California.
Med. Household Income
$106,737 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.7% A-
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health B+

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (19)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. D-
Alameda Firestation 4
Fire Station
CVS
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Alameda Hospital
Hospital
Alameda Fire Station 1
Fire Station
Versailles Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Alameda Medical Offices
Clinic
Alameda Police Department
Police
Alameda Fire Station 3
Fire Station
Waters Edge Skilled Nursing Facility
Nursing Home
Alameda Fire Station 2
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Oakland Fire Station No. 22
Fire Station
Coast Guard Island Medical Clinic
Clinic
East Bay Family Dentistry
Dentist
Alameda County Sheriff
Police
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Oakland Fire Station 13
Fire Station
La Clinica Fruitvale Village
Clinic
Native American Health Center
Clinic
Native American Health Center
Clinic
La Clinica
Clinic
Garfield Neurobehavioral Center
Clinic
La Clinica
Clinic
Fruitvale Healthcare Center
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A-
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housing B-

Alameda home prices are $920,200 - which is 125% higher than California
Home Price
$920,200 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
26% A+
Home Affordability
8.6x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools B

The Alameda graduation rate is 90% - which is 12% higher than California
School Test Scores
61% C-
High School Grad. Rates
90% B+
Elementary Schools (31) F
Bay Farm
Amelia Earhart Elementary
Will C. Wood Middle
Donald D. Lum Elementary
Frank Otis Elementary
Chinese Christian Schools
California Crosspoint High School
St Joseph Elementary School
Montessori Elementary School Of Alameda
Lincoln Middle
St Philip Neri School
Franklin Elementary
Rising Star Montessori
Henry Haight Elementary
Bayside Montessori Association
Da Vinci Center For Gifted Children
Alameda Christian School
Edison Elementary
Maya Lin
William G. Paden Elementary
Encinal Junior/Senior High
Nea Community Learning Center
Alameda Community Learning Center
Lazear Charter Academy
The Academy Of Alameda Elementary
High Schools (10) F
California Crosspoint High School
Alameda High
Da Vinci Center For Gifted Children
Encinal Junior/Senior High
Nea Community Learning Center
Island High (Continuation)
Alameda Community Learning Center
Alameda Science And Technology Institute
Latitude 37.8 High
Nea Community Learning Center
Alameda Community Learning Center
Arise High
Arise High
Opportunity Charter
Life Academy
Lighthouse Community Charter High
Fremont High
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy
Metwest High
Oakland Charter High
Oakland Charter High
Patten Academy Of Christian Education
Gateway To College At Laney College
Dewey Academy
Alternatives In Action
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ratings D+

Alameda has an overall rating of 56% from 22 reviews.
User Reviews (4)
From AreaVibes F
User Surveys (18)
From AreaVibes A
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Very Very Expensive 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Dec 28, 2020) Alameda is nestled between Coast Guard Island, and the city of Oakland and the bay water. We have 3 bridges and 2 tunnels that link to the city of Oakland, and 1 bridge that links to Bay Farm/Harbor Bay island, a parcel addition of Alameda that houses a community of HOA homes a ...Read More nd hi-tech/pharmaceutical companies to name a few...

It is safe to walk in Alameda day or night, except for the low income voucher residents at the former Naval Air Station, now renamed Alameda Point. There has been an increase in drug related incidents, and other crimes.

Alameda is going through radical changes as of 2019-20. The city council's liberal democrats want to change the small town community into something that resembles Berkeley. As of next year, we will provide a medical facility and beds for the rehabilitation of senior and low income people for the entire Alameda County. Homelessness, tents, sleeping bags, people sleeping in cars is prevalent throughout the bay area, and now within our city limits. The razing of homes to make room for apartments are the new norm. Historical Society - Where Are You???

The cost of living in Alameda, as well as the rest of the bay area has grown excessively due to the impact of a massive migration
of people, whether it be from out-of-state, work visa's, or immigration. If you are curious about moving to the bay area, or Alameda, you need to be aware that working at a restaurant, retail or a warehouse job will be arduous, noting that you will be living pay check to pay check without any extra income for personal commodities . Read Less
Families and Retirees First 0 rating By Robinfaith ( Jul 31, 2017) From a beautiful golf course to a indoor mini golf course miniature of the Bay Area, to bowling alley, and two antique arcades. The best little shopping area in SF Bay. Great restaurants and street fairs, mom and pop stores. Target, I hate to admit, I hate it, but I go. The only ...Read More beach from San Jose to San Francisco on the East Bay to Silicon Valley. More parks than any town in the SF Bay. Read Less
VIP red carpet speed for Alameda carpetbaggers! 1.5 rating By Alameda roots ( Mar 21, 2017) When I first visited Alameda with my future husband, a native, I thought it so charming I could not understand his reticence. We later bought a historic home and the hell began with the City. The politics are so tight...there is essentially a closed circle of names that revolves ...Read More through the council and mayor's seat. Their agenda is generating more tax revenues, period, at any cost, no matter how it impacts you and especially your property if you are an owner. They have a "punisher" approach that will position you in the wrong no matter what, and they are skilled at it. When they want to ram a new piece of commerciality into town, they will employ scheduled dirty tricks. For example, if a matter is going to City Council, you may be referred to an individual at Public Works as a step in process, only to find the person is on vacation past the City Council meeting...which they obviously knew. At the City Council meeting, their shill will declare that property values may not be invoked as a basis of protest. You may even find, as I did in ultimately successfully protesting an invasive measure, that remarks at the meeting are not entered into public record. I am a note-taker and the official record was full of omissions. PLEASE NOTE: Carpetbaggers have a red carpet into Alameda. Make that a high speed red carpet.If you are considering establishing a business here, you should seek out and talk to other local businesses about their experiences. Many have experienced treachery and vengeance that has engendered deep ill-will comparable to what I experienced as a home-owner, only more costly to them as to their business profits. Again, dirty tricks abound in this burgh.But remember, they are small time. You know who I am talking about. Read Less
Alameda, CA - A Treasure Of A Vacation Spot 4 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 03, 2010) Several months ago, we visited Alameda for a weekend getaway. Anyone who seeks an ocean theme for a vacation would surely enjoy this delightful city. There are plenty of oceanfront or riverfront views since the city of Alameda is located on an island-like stretch of land.

Durin ...Read More g our stay in Alameda stayed at the Coral Reef Inn & Suites, located on the west side facing the ocean. The views were spectacular; we were first put in a room facing opposite the ocean, but the friendly hotel staff moved us upon request to an ocean-view room. The USS Hornet is an interesting sight to see; located at the Naval Complex, it is accompanied with a historic military museum.

During our stay, we enjoyed eating at East Ocean Seafood Restaurant so much the first night, we returned to eat there the second night also. Featuring Chinese food made fresh and seasoned to perfection, this is one of the few places to find true fresh Dim Sum. For dessert we visited Tucker's Super Creamed Ice-Cream. To this day I still have not tasted better ice-cream. Overall the city of Alameda was an excellent place to visit and enjoy the relaxing warm sun and cool ocean breeze. Read Less
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VIP red carpet speed for Alameda carpetbaggers! 1.5 rating By Alameda roots ( Mar 21, 2017) When I first visited Alameda with my future husband, a native, I thought it so charming I could not understand his reticence. We later bought a historic home and the hell began with the City. The politics are so tight...there is essentially a closed circle of names that revolves ...Read More through the council and mayor's seat. Their agenda is generating more tax revenues, period, at any cost, no matter how it impacts you and especially your property if you are an owner. They have a "punisher" approach that will position you in the wrong no matter what, and they are skilled at it. When they want to ram a new piece of commerciality into town, they will employ scheduled dirty tricks. For example, if a matter is going to City Council, you may be referred to an individual at Public Works as a step in process, only to find the person is on vacation past the City Council meeting...which they obviously knew. At the City Council meeting, their shill will declare that property values may not be invoked as a basis of protest. You may even find, as I did in ultimately successfully protesting an invasive measure, that remarks at the meeting are not entered into public record. I am a note-taker and the official record was full of omissions. PLEASE NOTE: Carpetbaggers have a red carpet into Alameda. Make that a high speed red carpet.If you are considering establishing a business here, you should seek out and talk to other local businesses about their experiences. Many have experienced treachery and vengeance that has engendered deep ill-will comparable to what I experienced as a home-owner, only more costly to them as to their business profits. Again, dirty tricks abound in this burgh.But remember, they are small time. You know who I am talking about. Read Less
Alameda, CA - A Treasure Of A Vacation Spot 4 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 03, 2010) Several months ago, we visited Alameda for a weekend getaway. Anyone who seeks an ocean theme for a vacation would surely enjoy this delightful city. There are plenty of oceanfront or riverfront views since the city of Alameda is located on an island-like stretch of land.

Durin ...Read More g our stay in Alameda stayed at the Coral Reef Inn & Suites, located on the west side facing the ocean. The views were spectacular; we were first put in a room facing opposite the ocean, but the friendly hotel staff moved us upon request to an ocean-view room. The USS Hornet is an interesting sight to see; located at the Naval Complex, it is accompanied with a historic military museum.

During our stay, we enjoyed eating at East Ocean Seafood Restaurant so much the first night, we returned to eat there the second night also. Featuring Chinese food made fresh and seasoned to perfection, this is one of the few places to find true fresh Dim Sum. For dessert we visited Tucker's Super Creamed Ice-Cream. To this day I still have not tasted better ice-cream. Overall the city of Alameda was an excellent place to visit and enjoy the relaxing warm sun and cool ocean breeze. Read Less

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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Alameda? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Shoreline Park
      Tillman Park
      Leydecker Park
      Veterans Memorial Park
      Krusi Park
      Rittler Park
      Towata Park
      Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach

      Entertainment

      Bowlero Alameda
      Alameda Museum
      Alameda Spite House
      Alameda Theatres
      Altarena Playhouse
      Doug Siden Visitor Center at Crab Cove
      Frank Bette Center for the Arts
      Rhythmix Cultural Works

      Food & Drink

      McDonald's
      Subway
      Chipotle
      Five Guys
      See's Candies
      Panera Bread
      Burger King
      UC Liquor

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Alameda? Of all people who commute, 18.2% take public transportation in Alameda.
      Drive to Work
      54%

      22% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      18%

      13% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      1% higher than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Alameda? The cost of living in Alameda is 207/100 - which is 49% higher than California.
      Alameda
      207

      107% more expensive than average

      California
      140

      40% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      D- Crime

      What is the crime rate in Alameda? Alameda crime rates are 6,012, which are 112% higher than California
      Total Crime
      6,012 per 100k people

      164% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 17

      164% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      30%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Alameda? The median income in Alameda is $106,737 which is 67% higher than California.
      Median household income
      $106,73793% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $55,13585% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      42% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Alameda a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Alameda Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Safeway
      Target Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS
      Versailles Pharmacy

      Doctors

      B- Housing

      What are Alameda home prices? Alameda home prices are $920,200 - which is 125% higher than California
      Median home value
      $920,200398% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,973108% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      48%

      24% lower than the US average

      B Schools

      Does Alameda have good schools? The Alameda graduation rate is 90% - which is 12% higher than California
      High school grad. rates
      90%

      8% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      61%

      26% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      18:1

      13% higher than the US average

      D+ User Ratings

      Is Alameda a good place to live? Alameda has an overall rating of 56% from 22 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      56%

      22 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      45%

      4 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      83%

      18 total surveys

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