Metro

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, California Metro Retirement Score

The San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley metro is a stronger fit for retirees who prioritize climate comfort, healthcare depth, and access to amenities, but it is less appealing for those who prioritize affordability.

Overall Retirement Score
61
Around average

Quick takeaway

Best for: coastal climate, healthcare depth, amenities

Think twice if: lower housing costs matter most, a simpler retirement footprint is preferred

Affordability
23
Expensive for retirees
Healthcare Access
70
Above average
Climate Comfort
74
Above average
Disaster Risk
66
Above average
Air Quality
65
Above average
Retiree Fit
66
Above average
Median rent
$2,426
Median home value
$1,140,700
Age 65+
16%
Climate
Mild coastal climate
Healthcare
Exceptional healthcare depth
Risk
Mixed wildfire, earthquake, and insurance tradeoffs
Air quality
Generally favorable

How this metro fits

The San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley metro is a stronger fit for retirees who prioritize climate comfort, healthcare depth, and access to amenities, but it is less appealing for those who prioritize affordability.

What to do next

Use this page as a narrowing step, then compare it directly against nearby or similarly ranked counties and metros. The overall score is the summary; the category scores explain the tradeoffs.