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Oxnard

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  • C
    Overall Grade
  • City in California
  • 471 reviews
    C
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B-
    2. Crime & Safety
      C
    3. Housing
      D-
    4. Nightlife
      B+
    5. Good for Families
      C
    6. Diversity
      A-
    7. Jobs
      C-
    8. Weather
      A+
    9. Cost of Living
      D
    10. Health & Fitness
      B+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      B
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    Oxnard is a city in California with a population of 206,732. Oxnard is in Ventura County. Living in Oxnard offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Oxnard there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families live in Oxnard and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Oxnard are above average.
    About Oxnard...
    Population
    206,732

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $390,000
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,444
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      47%
    • Own
      53%
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    Oxnard Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

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    • Public Schools
    • Private Schools
    • Colleges

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      186.1
      282.7
    • Murder
      6.6
      6.1
    • Rape
      31.2
      40.7
    • Robbery
      154.4
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      332.5
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,685.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      369.8
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      16%
    • 10-17 years
      12%
    • 18-24 years
      11%
    • 25-34 years
      16%
    • 35-44 years
      14%
    • 45-54 years
      12%
    • 55-64 years
      10%
    • 65+ years
      9%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      5%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      12%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      28%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      22%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      32%
      13%

    Working in Oxnard

    Jobs
    C-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $64,837
    National
    $55,322
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    Oxnard Reviews

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    The weather here is great! For a small city, it is quickly expanding. At times it still feels townsy which is nice because the city feeling can be overwelming. A lot of Hispanic history and celebration makes it feel homey. The county has so much to offer in education for myself and my son. The nightlife can be dull but doesn’t apply to me as I am single parent focused on my education. Housing here is very expensive. Although there are several low income programs/vouchers, they are pretty much impossible to acquire. The area offers plenty of nature which is favorable for those who are physically active.
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    Oxnard is a pretty great place to live. It's a nice city with a blend of cultures, food and many helpful communities. We're also located in a county that's not too far away from some great colleges, neighboring cities, and sightseeing whether its in trails, state parks or beaches, to fulfill a vast array of educational, lifestyle, and social pursuits. Downtown Oxnard often has events and lively parades, and they often bring in delicious food trucks and vendors from all over Southern California. Our Strawberry festivals also attract a healthy dose of tourism. If you're into physical pursuits we have many nearby activities: trails, great camping spots, fishing, surfing, kayaking, nearby island trips, a rock climbing gym, normal gyms, baseball parks, a skate park, and state parks nearby.
    If you had to pick a city to embody the phrase "dont judge a book by its cover", then I think Oxnard would be on the short list. It's a beautiful city with tons of Rich Culture surrounding it! Like any city there are areas where it's not amazing but even so I think those areas have some good qualities as well. There is always something to do in Oxnard! From the Collection to the Harbor, to any number of small shops around town you'll never get tired of Oxnard!