Oxnard, CA
Oxnard · Ventura County · CA 93030
Updated August 5, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$688K
Median Price
81/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
75 min
to Downtown Los Angeles, CA
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Oxnard has solid public schools and a low flood risk, but its walkability and transit are poor. Commute to LA is long and parking can be a headache, so it’s decent if you’re staying local but not great for those who need easy access to urban amenities.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Affordable median home price relative to income
- ✓Coastal location with beach access
Real Talk
- !Walk score is 24 – you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Commute to downtown Los Angeles takes about 75 minutes
- !Parking at popular events can be chaotic, as noted on Reddit
- !Median rent is close to 24% of median household income, so living costs are still significant
- $High parking and transportation costs
- $Utility and property tax expenses can be above average
- $Potential maintenance costs for older housing stock
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Crime & Safety
Oxnard, CA
Safety grade
5% higher than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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