Hawthorne, CA vs Oxnard, CA

Oxnard is moderately more affordable than Hawthorne, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Hawthorne scores 159 compared to 150 for Oxnard, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hawthorne can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hawthorne is $1,723/month compared to $1,962/month in Oxnard — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hawthorne has cheaper rent, Oxnard actually has lower median home values ($617,800 vs $813,700).

Median household income in Hawthorne is $72,719 compared to $93,372 in Oxnard (-22.1%). 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 Hawthorne spend roughly 28.4% of their income on rent, more than the 25.2% in Oxnard.

Climate-wise, Hawthorne is notably warmer with an average of 64.5°F compared to 61.2°F in Oxnard. Oxnard receives more rainfall at 12.9" per year compared to 11.8" in Hawthorne.