Chino, CA vs Oxnard, CA

Chino, CA and Oxnard, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.8% difference in their overall index. Chino scores 157 while Oxnard scores 150 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chino is $2,208/month compared to $1,962/month in Oxnard — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oxnard is more affordable at $617,800 median vs $641,500.

Median household income in Chino is $103,845 compared to $93,372 in Oxnard (+11.2%). While Chino is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chino spend roughly 25.5% of their income on rent, more than the 25.2% in Oxnard.