Considerations when moving from Oxnard to Riverside

Cost of living: Oxnard vs. Riverside

Oxnard Riverside
Average rent cost $2,900 $2,295
Average home value $753,934 $642,297
Average income (per capita) $83,180 $76,755
Cost of living (single person) $2,328 $2,573
Cost of living (family of 4) $5,460 $5,604
Unemployment rate 7.6% 7.1%
  • Rent prices in Riverside are 21% lower than in Oxnard.
  • Home prices in Riverside are 14.8% lower than in Oxnard.
  • Income in Riverside is 7.7% lower than in Oxnard.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Riverside is 10.5% higher than in Oxnard.
  • The cost of living for a family in Riverside is 2.6% higher than in Oxnard.
  • The unemployment rate in Riverside is 6.58% lower than in Oxnard.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,315.72 in Riverside to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Oxnard.

How life is different in Oxnard vs. Riverside

Riverside Oxnard
Population 317,261 202,063
Political leaning Democratic 49.8-48.3 Democratic 49.8-48.3
Summer high 94ยบF 73ยบF
Winter low 42ยบF 46ยบF
Annual rain 11" 15"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 40.24 45.83
  • The population of Riverside is approximately 57% greater than the population of Oxnard.
  • In the last presidential election, Riverside voted Democratic and Oxnard voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Riverside is 94ยบF and in Oxnard, itโ€™s 73ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Riverside reaches the temperature of 42ยบF and Oxnard gets down to 46ยบF.
  • You can expect about 11 inches of annual rainfall in Riverside vs 15 inches of rainfall in Oxnard.
  • In Riverside, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Oxnard.
  • Riverside has a lower crime rate than Oxnard with a crime index of 45.83 vs 40.24.

Things to do in Riverside

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

Museums in Riversidetoggle

  • March Field Air Museum
  • Mission Inn Museum
  • Riverside Art Museum
  • Jurupa Mountains Discovery Center
  • Heritage House
  • California Museum of Photography
  • Phenix Technology, Inc. Firefighter History Museum
  • Riverside Metropolitan Museum
  • Center for Social Justice & Civil Liberties

Parks in Riversidetoggle

  • Mount Rubidoux Park
  • Fairmount Park
  • Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park
  • Ryan Bonaminio Park
  • Hunter Park
  • Washington Park

Sports Teams in Riversidetoggle

Universities in Riversidetoggle

  • California Baptist University
  • California Southern Law Schoo
  • La Sierra University
  • National University
  • Riverside City College
  • Riverside Royals College
  • University of California, Riverside

FAQ

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

To ship furniture from Oxnard to Riverside with a mover will cost between $654 and $2,700. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,405โ€“$3,917, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Oxnard to Riverside will cost from $1,796โ€“$4,965.

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

Moving containers from Oxnard to Riverside will cost you $563 to $1,358 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,116 to $1,949. A larger home will cost $1,335 to $2,395.

How much is a moving truck from Oxnard to Riverside?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 $138 to $219. A larger move will cost $145 to $259, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Oxnard to Riverside costs from $187 to $295.

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

Ideally, you should book your move from Oxnard to Riverside 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-Riverside 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 Riverside?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Riverside 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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