salaryPlano is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,474
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,057
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$103,765
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$652,700
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.5
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,485
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$176
👥 People living there
200,928
290,594
Commute to work
25.3 min
25.4 min
College degree
19.5%
60.5%
Own their home
54.4%
56.9%
Below poverty line
11%
6.8%
Unemployment
6.5%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Oxnard for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
- Pick Plano for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oxnard | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $99,420 | $65,070 | -35% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $74,060 | $48,740 | -34% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $24,160 | -31% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $131,160 | $101,420 | -23% in Plano |
| Police Officer | $119,640 | $92,910 | -22% in Plano |
| Dental Hygienist | $126,530 | $101,870 | -19% in Plano |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,020 | $64,370 | -19% in Plano |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,800 | $38,530 | -18% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oxnard or Plano cheaper to live in?
Plano is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,010 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Oxnard?
About $55,959 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Oxnard or Plano?
The typical household earns $103,765 in Oxnard and $121,065 in Plano, 14% more in Plano.