North Alameda
Located on the Bay across from San Francisco, this subregion includes the cities of Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, and Piedmont, as well as the county seat, Oakland.
Overview
North Alameda County—encompassing the cities of Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, Piedmont, and Oakland—is a vibrant subregion with a large, diverse population and home to numerous corporations and small businesses. Anchored by top-tier institutions such as UC Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, this subregion drives cutting-edge research, entrepreneurship, and technological breakthroughs. The Port of Oakland, one of the nation’s busiest, fuels Northern California’s economy as a critical hub for global trade and goods movement. From towering redwoods to stunning bay views, Northern Alameda County uniquely blends innovation, commerce, and natural beauty.
Cities and Towns
Alameda
Albany
Berkeley
Emeryville
Oakland
Piedmont
Economy
Explore our East Bay Data Dashboard for more insights into key economic metrics for Alameda and Contra Costa counties and city data, including population, unemployment rates, industry employment, top job postings, and more.
Major Employers
Target Industries
Bayer
Kaiser Permanente
Berkeley Lab
Penumbra
Pixar
Port of Oakland
University of California
Arts & Culture
Advanced Manufacturing
Clean Tech
High Tech
Tourism & Hospitality
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