salaryFresno is 8% 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
$1,789
$2,474
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$2,057
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$103,765
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$652,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
110.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$4,485
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$91
👥 People living there
545,970
200,928
Commute to work
22.4 min
25.3 min
College degree
25.5%
19.5%
Own their home
50.1%
54.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
11%
Unemployment
8.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Oxnard for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Oxnard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $80,100 | +27% in Oxnard |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $99,420 | +26% in Oxnard |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $126,530 | +24% in Oxnard |
| Software Developer | $129,060 | $159,430 | +24% in Oxnard |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,900 | $119,970 | +21% in Oxnard |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $119,640 | +19% in Oxnard |
| Carpenter | $63,470 | $74,060 | +17% in Oxnard |
| Accountant | $78,690 | $90,340 | +15% in Oxnard |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Oxnard cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Oxnard to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $64,919 a year gives the same standard of living in Oxnard.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Oxnard?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $103,765 in Oxnard, 26% more in Oxnard.