Oxnard, CA vs Vacaville, CA

Oxnard, CA and Vacaville, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.1% difference in their overall index. Oxnard scores 150 while Vacaville scores 155 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 Oxnard is $1,962/month compared to $2,227/month in Vacaville — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oxnard has cheaper rent, Vacaville actually has lower median home values ($596,700 vs $617,800).

Median household income in Oxnard is $93,372 compared to $108,580 in Vacaville (-14%). While Vacaville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Oxnard spend roughly 25.2% of their income on rent, more than the 24.6% in Vacaville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (61.2°F vs 62.1°F). Vacaville receives more rainfall at 24.8" per year compared to 12.9" in Oxnard.