Frequently Asked Questions Why Live in Oakland
Is Oakland a good place to live?
Oakland is a good place to live. Oakland is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Oakland has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 34. The average household income is $67,267 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5% of residents. A majority of residents in Oakland are home owners, with 42.3% of residents renting and 57.7% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Oakland can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Oakland neighborhood guide.
Is Oakland, IL a safe neighborhood?
Oakland, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oakland?
The median home price in Oakland is $1,375,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $275,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $7,130 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $306K a year to afford the median home price in Oakland. The average household income in Oakland is $67K.
What are the best public schools in Oakland?
The best public schools that serve Oakland are:
- Waukegan High School has a C- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
- Edith M Smith Middle School has a C- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 3.0.
- Glenwood Elementary School has a C- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 16:1.
What are the best private schools in Oakland?
The best private schools that serve Oakland are:
- St. Anastasia School has a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Immanuel Evangelical School has a student teacher ratio of 7:1.
- Lions Mathematics & Science Christian Academy has a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Oakland, Waukegan, IL?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Oakland, Waukegan, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Oakland, Waukegan, IL are Waukegan Gardens, Marquette Highlands, Shore Highlands, Bonnie Brook and Downtown Waukegan.
