salaryAurora is 4% cheaperBased 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
$2,087
$2,474
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$2,057
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$103,765
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$652,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
110.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$4,485
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$91
👥 People living there
394,432
200,928
Commute to work
28.6 min
25.3 min
College degree
33.6%
19.5%
Own their home
62.4%
54.4%
Below poverty line
11.9%
11%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Oxnard for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Oxnard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $131,160 | +30% in Oxnard |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $99,420 | +29% in Oxnard |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $103,870 | -27% in Oxnard |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $80,100 | -19% in Oxnard |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $119,640 | +17% in Oxnard |
| Software Developer | $137,610 | $159,430 | +16% in Oxnard |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $154,760 | +15% in Oxnard |
| Carpenter | $64,910 | $74,060 | +14% in Oxnard |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Oxnard cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,087 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Oxnard to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,695 a year gives the same standard of living in Oxnard.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Oxnard?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $103,765 in Oxnard, 8% more in Oxnard.