Anaheim, CA vs Oxnard, CA

Oxnard is moderately more affordable than Anaheim, with a 11.1% lower cost of living index. Anaheim scores 167 compared to 150 for Oxnard, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Anaheim can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Anaheim is $2,082/month compared to $1,962/month in Oxnard — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oxnard is more affordable at $617,800 median vs $771,700.

Median household income in Anaheim is $90,583 compared to $93,372 in Oxnard (-3%). 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 Anaheim spend roughly 27.6% of their income on rent, more than the 25.2% in Oxnard.