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Alameda, CA vs Orangevale, CA

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Are people in Orangevale older or younger than people in Alameda?
- The Median Age in Orangevale is 0.9 years older than in Alameda.

Are housing costs cheaper in Orangevale or Alameda?
- Orangevale housing costs are 55.5% less expensive than Alameda housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Orangevale or Alameda?
- The average commute for residents of Orangevale is 4.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Alameda.

Things to do in Alameda?
Alameda, California provides locals and visitors with plenty of attractions ranging from USS Hornet Museum Ship to shopping on Webster street.

Things to do in Orangevale?
Orangevale CA is situated right next door to Sacramento’s bustling metropolis making it desirable place live close enough enjoy all state capital has offer but not removed colorful charm

 Alameda, CAOrangevale, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,729329,725,481
 Median Income$113,339  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,179,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time32.97  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Alameda    6 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

Having been born here & 70 now I have watched firsthand, a small, quiet town ruined by excessive building, overcrowding and far too many restaurants for a city this  More

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Enjoy the immense benefit to having a close-knit community with main-street USA feel less than 10 miles from the resources of several urban and education  More

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Alameda, CA is a unique town here in the Bay Area. Perhaps because it is an island, or perhaps because for many decades it was a U.S. Army base, the city has never  More

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Reviews for Orangevale    5 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

Light rain throughout the year. Spring and fall are unbeatable. Summer is deffinately Hot, but with so many options to go camping and swimming, cooling off is never  More

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Over 16 years ago

Another comment from an Orangevale resident complains about the diminishing of rural character and the coming of compact development. Unfortunately, I cannot endorse  More

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Over 17 years ago

Think twice before purchasing property in one of the more expensive places to live. Orangevale is losing its small town flavor while be buffeted or "tucked into" other  More

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