Oxnard is 3% 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
$2,109
$2,474
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$2,057
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$103,765
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$652,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
110.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$4,485
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$91
👥 People living there
185,604
200,928
Commute to work
26.1 min
25.3 min
College degree
40.8%
19.5%
Own their home
54.1%
54.4%
Below poverty line
15%
11%
Unemployment
5.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Oxnard for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Oxnard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $99,420 | +71% in Oxnard |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $126,530 | +53% in Oxnard |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $119,640 | +50% in Oxnard |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $74,060 | +44% in Oxnard |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $131,160 | +44% in Oxnard |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $108,820 | +30% in Oxnard |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,610 | $79,020 | +26% in Oxnard |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $49,190 | +24% in Oxnard |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Oxnard cheaper to live in?
Oxnard is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,474 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Oxnard to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $58,097 a year gives the same standard of living in Oxnard.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Oxnard?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $103,765 in Oxnard, 14% more in Oxnard.
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