Oxnard, CA vs Redlands, CA

Redlands is moderately more affordable than Oxnard, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. Oxnard scores 150 compared to 142 for Redlands, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Oxnard can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Oxnard is $1,962/month compared to $1,883/month in Redlands — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Redlands is more affordable at $583,000 median vs $617,800.

Median household income in Oxnard is $93,372 compared to $99,158 in Redlands (-5.8%). Redlands offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Oxnard spend roughly 25.2% of their income on rent, more than the 22.8% in Redlands.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (61.2°F vs 63.3°F). Oxnard receives more rainfall at 12.9" per year compared to 10.7" in Redlands.