Oxnard, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Ventura County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Oxnard based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
201,014
2023 ACS
Median Income
$93,372
2023
Median Home Value
$617,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,962
2023
Median Age
34.0
Unemployment
6.6%
Cost of Living Index
173.7
100 = national avg
Oxnard is a city in Ventura County, California, with a population of 201,014 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Oxnard is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Oxnard is $93,372, and the median home value is $617,800. The cost of living index is 173.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,962 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, and the median age is 34.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
201,014
Male
101,130
50.3%
Female
99,884
49.7%
Median Age
34.0
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
12.5%
High School or Higher
28.6%
Foreign Born
33.8%
Veterans
3.0%
Married
36.0%
Avg Household Size
3.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.114
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
36.9%
Foreign Born
33.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
77.0%
154,861 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
23.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
188,185
English Only
32.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
113,760 speakers
Limited English
29.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
70.4%
Limited English Proficiency
29.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
5,928
2.9% of population
Disability Rate
35.4%
2,096 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$60,929
Unemployment Rate
7.6%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
5,296
89.3%
Female Veterans
632
10.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$60,929
Non-Veteran Income
$33,985
Difference
$26,944
79.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,096
Without Disability
3,832
Disability Rate
35.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
32,561
#1 Ancestry
American
3.8% (7,661)
#2 Ancestry
German
2.4% (4,805)
#3 Ancestry
English
2.3% (4,526)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
51,798
Family Households
41,340
79.8%
Married Couples
27,425
52.9%
Non-Family Households
10,458
20.2%
Single Mother Households
9,208
17.8%
Single Father Households
4,707
9.1%
Living Alone
7,597
14.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
39,224
In Married Couple
25,680
65.5%
With Single Mother
10,289
26.2%
With Single Father
3,255
8.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$93,224
Married Couple Income
$107,382
Single Mother Income
$61,073
Single Father Income
$75,197
Avg Family Size
3.8
Avg Non-Family Size
3.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
9,648
Grandparents Responsible
1,302
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$93,372
+28% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,413
-18% vs national
Poverty Rate
10.8%
-20% vs national
Gini Index
0.3903
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.6%
+27% vs national
SNAP Recipients
14.1%
of households
How Oxnard Compares
Oxnard vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Oxnard is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Oxnard, CA has a median household income of $93,372, making it the 5,904th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Oxnard has a higher median household income than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Oxnard, CA has a per capita income of $30,413, making it the 16,822nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Oxnard has a higher per capita income than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Oxnard, CA has a poverty rate of 10.8%, making it the 15,665th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Oxnard has a higher poverty rate than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Oxnard, CA has a unemployment rate of 6.6%, making it the 7,978th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Oxnard has a higher unemployment rate than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Oxnard. The median household income here is $93,372.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.6%
-13% vs CA avg
Labor Force
103,305
Employed
95,716
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
12.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
28.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.0
Work from Home
6.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$128.5K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
173.7
100 = national avg
+73.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,424
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$180,639
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,250
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,693
per month
The median household income in Oxnard, CA is $93,372, which is 27.5% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,413. The poverty rate of 10.8% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3903, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 103,305. 12.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 75.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 173.7, which is 73.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 247.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,424 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$800,000
Median List Price
$799,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$484
Days on Market
52
Active Inventory
183
Months of Supply
4.7
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$748,230
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,910
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
28.2%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
44.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
39
New Listings
86
Pending Sales
58
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$484
Median List $/SF
$525
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Oxnard, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA metro area, home prices have risen 599.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 50.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 76.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 42.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 7.8%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA housing market rather than Oxnard alone.
Metro area: Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
Oxnard vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Oxnard is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Oxnard, CA has a median home value of $617,800, making it the 1,990th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Oxnard has a higher median home value than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Oxnard, CA has a median rent of $1,962, making it the 1,764th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Oxnard has a higher median rent than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Oxnard, CA has a price per square foot of $484, making it the 1,265th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Oxnard has a higher price per square foot than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Oxnard, CA has a rent burden of 25.2%, making it the 3,296th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Oxnard has a higher rent burden than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$617,800
Median Rent
$1,962
Total Housing Units
55,636
Vacancy Rate
6.9%
Owner Occupied
53.9%
Renter Occupied
46.1%
Median Property Tax
$4,177
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,011
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,177
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
of home value
Median Home Value
$617,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,669
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,177) by the median home value ($617,800). In Oxnard, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.68%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Oxnard, CA is $800,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 52 days on the market. 28.2% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $484. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,910/month. About 53.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1976. There are 55,636 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,177. The effective tax rate is 0.68%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.96
per 1,000 residents
+129% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.77
per 1,000 residents
+9% vs national
Total Crimes
4,882
2024
Violent Clearance
45%
cases solved
Property Clearance
11%
cases solved
YoY Change
-2.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Oxnard Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Oxnard vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Oxnard is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Oxnard police solve 52% of aggravated assault cases but only 8% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 6 | 0.03 | 33.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 65 | 0.33 | 7.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 234 | 1.19 | 28.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 872 | 4.42 | 52.2% |
| Burglary | Property | 396 | 2.01 | 10.1% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,596 | 13.15 | 11.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 713 | 3.61 | 9.1% |
Oxnard, CA reported 1,177 violent crimes and 3,705 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.96 per 1,000 residents is 129.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 45% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,596 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 14.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,177 | 3,705 | 5.96 | 18.77 |
| 2023 | 1,216 | 3,485 | 6.09 | 17.47 |
| 2022 | 805 | 3,483 | 3.99 | 17.28 |
| 2020 | 743 | 4,323 | 3.54 | 20.58 |
| 2019 | 724 | 4,242 | 3.43 | 20.07 |
| 2018 | 801 | 5,055 | 3.78 | 23.87 |
| 2017 | 908 | 5,328 | 4.33 | 25.43 |
| 2016 | 948 | 6,073 | 4.53 | 29.05 |
| 2015 | 920 | 6,696 | 4.44 | 32.31 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
3
Total Killed
1
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2020 | McAuliffe Elementary School | 0 | 1 | unclear | nan |
| Feb 12, 2008 | E.O. Green Junior High School | 1 | 0 | targeted | .22-caliber handgun |
| Jan 10, 2001 | Hueneme High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | handgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.4
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
99.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
29.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
33.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
52
Public Assistance
$316.0M
Individual Assistance
$3.6M
Most Common Type
Fire
27 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Fire → | Fire | Nov 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Floodin… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2024 | $1.2M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | $7.5M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | $18.4M | $601K |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $215.9M | $2.7M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Maria Fire → | Fire | Nov 2019 | — | — |
| Easy Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Saddleridge Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Nov 2018 | $14.6M | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Woolsey Fire → | Fire | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Hill Fire → | Fire | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Wildfires, Flooding, Mudflows, and Debri… → | Fire | Jan 2018 | $22.4M | $322K |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Thomas Fire → | Fire | Dec 2017 | — | — |
| Springs Fire → | Fire | May 2013 | — | — |
| Guiberson Fire → | Fire | Sep 2009 | — | — |
| Wildfires, Flooding, Mud Flows, and Debr… → | Fire | Oct 2007 | $187K | — |
Showing 20 of 54 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,331
Total Claims Paid
$15,944,116
Avg Claim Payout
$11,979
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
72
Federal Funding
$35,705,768
Properties Protected
311
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.95
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 17 | $10,804,005 |
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 12 | $6,134,817 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 6 | $346,245 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 4 | $407,425 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 4 | $512,821 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Oxnard has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are wildfire, earthquake, landslide. The area has had 52 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (27 declarations). 1,331 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $316,004,998 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,644,125 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 72 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
28.4%
7.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.8%
3.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.8%
0.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
19.2%
8.6pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.0%
Arthritis
17.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.8%
Loneliness
36.9%
Lack of Support
28.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.7%
Mobility
15.4%
Cognitive
17.8%
Hearing
6.0%
Vision
7.8%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
9.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Oxnard has an obesity rate of 28.4%, which is 7.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.8%, 3.7pp below the national average. About 19.2% of adults lack health insurance. 70.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.9 mi
St Johns Regional Medical Cent...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns Regional Medical Center | 1.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center | 19.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Community Memorial Hospital - Ojai | 21.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Adventist Health Simi Valley | 25.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Santa Barbara County Psychiatric Health Facility | 36.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
13
Pop. Served
212,540
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| OXNARD WATER DEPT | 200,232 | 0 |
| CHANNEL ISLANDS BEACH CSD | 4,560 | 0 |
| VINEYARD AVENUE ACRES MWC | 1,820 | 1 |
| GARDEN ACRES MUTUAL WATER CO | 1,335 | 0 |
| VINEYARD AVE ESTATES MWC | 1,200 | 1 |
| DEMPSEY ROAD MUTUAL WATER CO | 990 | 0 |
| NYELAND ACRES MUTUAL WATER CO | 975 | 0 |
| CLOVERDALE MUTUAL WATER CO. | 455 | 0 |
| STRICKLAND MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 429 | 0 |
| CYPRESS MUTUAL WATER CO INC | 224 | 0 |
| NAVALAIR MOBILE HOME PARK | 160 | 1 |
| SIESTA MOBILE HOME PARK | 160 | 1 |
| UNITED WTR CONS DIST | — | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
5
Total CO₂e
576.5K MT
Top Emitter
PROCTER & GAMBLE PAPER PRODUCTS
276.3K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
PROCTER & GAMBLE PAPER PRODUCTS The Procter & Gamble Co | Pulp and Paper | 276,308 |
Ormond Beach Power, LLC Genon Holdings Llc | Power Plants | 169,890 |
New-Indy Oxnard LLC New-Indy Containerboard Llc | Pulp and Paper | 122,732 |
Oxnard Landfills Ventura Regional Sanitation District | Waste | 4,478 |
EF Oxnard LLC Mph Oxnard Llc | Power Plants | 3,043 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 13 water systems serving the area. 4 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 5 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 576.5K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
75.3%
-4% vs national
Public Transit
0.4%
-52% vs national
Work From Home
6.6%
-29% vs national
Carpool
15.3%
Walk / Bike
1.6%
combined
How Oxnard's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
14
2023
6-Year Avg
8
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
11
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| 2018 | 9 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Oxnard, CA covers travel times and transportation modes. 75.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 6.6% work from home, which is below the CA state average of 14.0%. 15.3% of workers carpool. 1.2% walk to work. In 2023, there were 14 traffic fatalities from 10 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
81.1%
of households
No Internet
7.4%
of households
Total Households
51,798
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.3%
of households
Smartphone
92.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
80.1%
of households
Tablet
69.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+87% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+89% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+119% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Oxnard vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
13
Population Served
212,540
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OXNARD WATER DEPT | Community | Purchased surface water | 200,232 | 0 |
| CHANNEL ISLANDS BEACH CSD | Community | Purchased surface water | 4,560 | 0 |
| VINEYARD AVENUE ACRES MWC | Community | Ground water | 1,820 | 1 |
| GARDEN ACRES MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 1,335 | 0 |
| VINEYARD AVE ESTATES MWC | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,200 | 1 |
| DEMPSEY ROAD MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Purchased surface water | 990 | 0 |
| NYELAND ACRES MUTUAL WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 975 | 0 |
| CLOVERDALE MUTUAL WATER CO. | Community | Ground water | 455 | 0 |
| STRICKLAND MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 429 | 0 |
| CYPRESS MUTUAL WATER CO INC | Community | Purchased surface water | 224 | 0 |
| NAVALAIR MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 160 | 1 |
| SIESTA MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 160 | 1 |
| UNITED WTR CONS DIST | Community | Surface water | 0 | 0 |
90.9% of households in Oxnard have broadband internet access. 81.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 7.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.4% of households have no internet access. 9.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 13 water systems, providing water to 212,540 people. A total of 4 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Oxnard is located in Ventura County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Oxnard.
Election Overview
Source: Ventura County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
217,424
56.1%
GOP Votes
158,901
41.0%
Total Votes
387,595
Margin
D+15.1%
Shift from 2020
R+6.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 217,424 | 158,901 | 387,595 | 56.1% | 41.0% | D+15.1 |
| 2020 | 251,388 | 162,207 | 422,698 | 59.5% | 38.4% | D+21.1 |
| 2016 | 170,489 | 118,764 | 307,881 | 55.4% | 38.6% | D+16.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Ventura County recorded 387,595 total votes. Democrats won the county with 56.1% of the vote compared to 41.0% for Republicans, a margin of D+15.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+6.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Ventura County has shifted 1.7 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
474
Total Assets
$1.5B
Total Income
$1.3B
Per 10K Residents
23.6
nonprofits
-66.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
32
Median Assets
$81K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.4B of $1.5B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Oxnard
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFOxnard, CA has 474 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.5B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 75 organizations. 32 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 23.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
993
Total Approved
$458.8M
Jobs Supported
10,345
Per 10K Residents
49.4
SBA loans
-14.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
126
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
84 loans
Top Industry
Manufacturing
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
804
Total Amount
$309.8M
Avg Loan
$385,326
Median Loan
$165,250
SBA Guaranteed
$232.6M(75%)
Jobs Supported
7,244
Loans
189
Total Amount
$149.0M
Avg Loan
$788,270
Median Loan
$574,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
172
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$136.9M
30% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$795,891
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Reimbursement Consultants Inc | 2 | $5.7M |
| San Miguel Produce Inc. | 2 | $5.5M |
| 11pacific, Llc | 1 | $5.3M |
| Leading Industry Inc. | 2 | $5.3M |
| Southern California Gold Products Inc. | 4 | $5.0M |
| Matticus Hospitality Group Inc. | 1 | $4.9M |
| Saedi Dental Corporation | 1 | $4.8M |
| Sitar Family Traditions Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Rollin'r Enterprises, Inc. | 1 | $4.2M |
| J&d Sb Inc | 1 | $3.9M |
Oxnard, CA has received 993 SBA loans totaling $458.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 804 loans (81% of the total), supporting 7,244 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 189 loans totaling $149.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Manufacturing. The most active SBA lender in Oxnard is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 84 loans. That works out to 49.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
367,749
Avg Median Income
-$73,987,782
Avg Home Value
-$73,464,841
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93003 | 52,511 | $100,300 | $781,600 | $2,173 | 20.8 |
| 93004 | 31,326 | $113,960 | $750,700 | $2,380 | 7.0 |
| 93010 | 46,715 | $108,538 | $809,900 | $2,455 | 22.0 |
| 93030 | 58,573 | $90,067 | $639,800 | $1,853 | 14.1 |
| 93033 | 80,482 | $85,848 | $549,400 | $1,810 | 32.2 |
| 93035 | 26,476 | $101,600 | $747,300 | $2,478 | 5.0 |
| 93036 | 47,938 | $100,482 | $648,800 | $2,199 | 17.8 |
| 93041 | 23,179 | $75,836 | $555,600 | $2,159 | 5.9 |
| 93043 | 549 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.5 |
Oxnard, CA has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 367,749. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$73,987,782. The average median home value is -$73,464,841. The average median monthly rent is -$74,072,129.
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