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Oakdale, CA is a small town located in Stanislaus County, California. It has a population of just over 20,000 people and is located about 40 miles east of Modesto. According to BestPlaces rankings, Oakdale has an average rating of 6 out of 10 for its overall livability. In terms of amenities, Oakdale has an average score of 8 out of 10. This indicates that there are plenty of opportunities for entertainment and recreation within the town itself as well as nearby. The cost of living in Oakdale is quite low compared to other towns in the region and this helps make it an attractive place to live. The crime rate in Oakdale is also relatively low for its size which further contributes to its livability ranking. All in all, Oakdale has excellent ratings in many areas and can be a great place to call home.

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I have lived here for about 10 years. Except for rush hour traffic on F Street the area is relatively quiet. We are the "Gateway to Yosemite" in that both California  More

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Over 15 years ago

October through May are great months. It doesn't snow here, but the temp might drop to high 30's at night during the winter. During spring, we have some windy days with  More

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Over 17 years ago

We have lived in this community for 30 years. We have raised our children here. We like the area and the town. The town doesn't offer enough shopping but the close city  More

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