Henderson is 10% 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
$2,044
$2,474
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$2,057
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$103,765
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$652,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
110.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$4,485
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$91
👥 People living there
332,141
200,928
Commute to work
24.3 min
25.3 min
College degree
37.4%
19.5%
Own their home
66.1%
54.4%
Below poverty line
9%
11%
Unemployment
6.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Oxnard for higher incomes, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Henderson | Oxnard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $119,640 | +54% in Oxnard |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,040 | $99,420 | +53% in Oxnard |
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $77,400 | +31% in Oxnard |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $34,910 | +29% in Oxnard |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $131,160 | +26% in Oxnard |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $49,190 | +24% in Oxnard |
| Lawyer | $150,510 | $185,520 | +23% in Oxnard |
| Cashier | $29,360 | $36,150 | +23% in Oxnard |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Oxnard cheaper to live in?
Henderson is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,044 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Oxnard to match $60,000 in Henderson?
About $66,178 a year gives the same standard of living in Oxnard.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Oxnard?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $103,765 in Oxnard, 6% more in Oxnard.