Oxnard, California has an overall cost of living index of 87.3, which is 12.7 points below the US average of 100 — making it more affordable than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $1,962 per month, while the typical home is valued around $617,800. Households earn a median of $93,372 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is moderate, with an average AQI of 63. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$93,372
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,962
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$617,800
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
87.3
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,998
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$2,250
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,693
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$3,652
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
87.3
Goods
93.6
Rents / Housing
59.5
Services
104.6
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
State Income Tax
13.30%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
7.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | $100,180 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $78,150 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $53,550 |
| ⚡Electrician | $59,650 |
| 📊Accountant | $74,740 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
201,014
Latest estimate
Median Age
34 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
63.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Oxnard?
Oxnard has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 87.3. The US national average is 100, so Oxnard is 12.7 points below the national average.
What is the median rent in Oxnard?
The median gross rent in Oxnard is $1,962 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Oxnard?
The median household income in Oxnard is $93,372 per year.
What is the median home value in Oxnard?
The median home value in Oxnard is $617,800 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Oxnard?
Oxnard has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 63.0, which is rated "Moderate" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Oxnard?
California has a top state income tax rate of 13.30% and a statewide sales tax of 7.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology