Considerations when moving from Oxnard to Irvine

Cost of living: Oxnard vs. Irvine

Oxnard Irvine
Average rent cost $2,900 $4,000
Average home value $753,934 $1,561,760
Average income (per capita) $83,180 $114,027
Cost of living (single person) $2,328 $9,167
Cost of living (family of 4) $5,460 $18,000
Unemployment rate 7.6% 5.4%
  • Rent prices in Irvine are 38% higher than in Oxnard.
  • Home prices in Irvine are 107.1% higher than in Oxnard.
  • Income in Irvine is 37.1% higher than in Oxnard.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Irvine is 293.8% higher than in Oxnard.
  • The cost of living for a family in Irvine is 229.7% higher than in Oxnard.
  • The unemployment rate in Irvine is 28.95% lower than in Oxnard.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $11,813.14 in Irvine to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Oxnard.

How life is different in Oxnard vs. Irvine

Irvine Oxnard
Population 307,670 202,063
Political leaning Democratic 49.8-48.3 Democratic 49.8-48.3
Summer high 82ยบF 73ยบF
Winter low 46ยบF 46ยบF
Annual rain 13" 15"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 31.01 45.83
  • The population of Irvine is approximately 52% greater than the population of Oxnard.
  • In the last presidential election, Irvine voted Democratic and Oxnard voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Irvine is 82ยบF and in Oxnard, itโ€™s 73ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Irvine reaches the temperature of 46ยบF and Oxnard gets down to 46ยบF.
  • You can expect about 13 inches of annual rainfall in Irvine vs 15 inches of rainfall in Oxnard.
  • In Irvine, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Oxnard.
  • Irvine has a lower crime rate than Oxnard with a crime index of 45.83 vs 31.01.

Things to do in Irvine

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Irvine has plenty to offer:

Museums in Irvinetoggle

  • Pretend City Children's Museum
  • Jack & Shanaz Langson Institute & Museum of California Art
  • Museum of Woman

Parks in Irvinetoggle

  • Orange County Great Park
  • Adventure Playground
  • William R. Mason Regional Park
  • Turtle Rock Community Park
  • Jeffrey Open Space Trail
  • Heritage Park,City of Irvine

Sports Teams in Irvinetoggle

Universities in Irvinetoggle

  • University of California, Irvine
  • California Southern University
  • Concordia University
  • Westcliff University
  • Irvine Valley College
  • Fuller Theological Seminary
  • The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
  • Orange County Campus
  • Stanbridge University

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Oxnard to Irvine?toggle

To ship furniture from Oxnard to Irvine with a mover will cost between $653 and $2,698. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,328โ€“$3,816, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Oxnard to Irvine will cost from $1,770โ€“$4,669.

How much are moving container companies from Oxnard to Irvine?toggle

Moving containers from Oxnard to Irvine will cost you $577 to $1,333 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,088 to $1,871. A larger home will cost $1,352 to $2,339.

How much is a moving truck from Oxnard to Irvine?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $130 to $194. A larger move will cost $129 to $219, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Oxnard to Irvine costs from $165 to $250.

How far in advance should I book Oxnard-to-Irvine movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Oxnard to Irvine at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Oxnard-to-Irvine movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Irvine?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Irvine is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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