salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oxnard to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$2,474
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,057
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$103,765
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$652,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
110.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,485
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$91
👥 People living there
236,254
200,928
Commute to work
26.2 min
25.3 min
College degree
77.1%
19.5%
Own their home
41.3%
54.4%
Below poverty line
7.4%
11%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Oxnard for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Oxnard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $119,640 | +42% in Oxnard |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $103,870 | -34% in Oxnard |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $131,160 | +28% in Oxnard |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $99,420 | +25% in Oxnard |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $34,910 | -24% in Oxnard |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $74,060 | +22% in Oxnard |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $77,400 | +16% in Oxnard |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $64,840 | -15% in Oxnard |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Oxnard cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Oxnard cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Oxnard to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $60,909 a year gives the same standard of living in Oxnard.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Oxnard?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $103,765 in Oxnard, 48% more in Arlington.