Alhambra, CA vs Oxnard, CA

Oxnard is moderately more affordable than Alhambra, with a 8.7% lower cost of living index. Alhambra scores 163 compared to 150 for Oxnard, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Alhambra can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Alhambra is $1,852/month compared to $1,962/month in Oxnard — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Alhambra has cheaper rent, Oxnard actually has lower median home values ($617,800 vs $812,700).

Median household income in Alhambra is $85,189 compared to $93,372 in Oxnard (-8.8%). Oxnard offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Alhambra spend roughly 26.1% of their income on rent, more than the 25.2% in Oxnard.