Albany Neighborhood Intelligence Index
Updated June 22, 2026 · 14 neighborhoods measured
Situated on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay between Berkeley and El Cerrito, Albany is a compact, community-oriented city known for its small-town charm and the bustling Solano Avenue. The city boasts exceptional walkability and pristine air quality, making daily errands on foot highly convenient. However, residents face significant environmental vulnerabilities, particularly regarding extremely low fire and flood safety, alongside notable acoustic noise. With its strongly progressive lean and highly rated public schools, Albany best suits families, professionals, and academics seeking a close-knit, active community with easy transit access to the broader Bay Area.
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Albany Quality Scores
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on air quality. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on dog friendliness. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on flood safety. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on ideological lean. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on industrial proximity. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on health insurance coverage. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on acoustic comfort. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on population age profile. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on privacy index. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on urban-rural index. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on liveliness and vibe. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on visual appeal. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
See how neighborhoods in Albany compare on walkability. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary.
Albany Neighborhood Rankings
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