($1,528) Movers From Durham, NC to Oxnard, CA

What to know before moving from Durham to Oxnard

Moving from Durham to Oxnard means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Durham than in Oxnard, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Durham compares to Oxnard so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Oxnard are 71% higher than in Durham, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Durham.
  Home prices in Oxnard are 92.5% higher than in Durham.
• Income in Oxnard is 79.0% lower than in Durham, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Oxnard include Mission Produce, Haas Automation, and Oxnard School District.
• The cost of living for a single person in Oxnard is 16.9% lower than in Durham. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Oxnard is 8.2% lower than in Durham.
• The unemployment rate in Oxnard is 85.37% higher than in Durham.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Oxnard, since the city’s sales taxes in Oxnard are 23.33% higher than in Durham.
• State income taxes in Oxnard are 195.56% higher than in Durham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,491.62 in Oxnard to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Durham.

How life is different in Durham vs. Oxnard

• Oxnard might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 29% less than Durham.
• Oxnard offers better access to buses and trains than Durham, based on public transportation ratings. Oxnard has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 4 in Durham. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Oxnard means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Durham. Oxnard is considered more walkable than Durham, with a score of 57 out of 100 versus 30 out of 100 in Durham. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Oxnard is considered more bike-friendly than Durham in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Oxnard has a bike-friendliness score of 51 out of 100, while Durham is rated as 38 out of 100.
• Oxnard has a lower crime rate than Durham based on scores of 45.83 and Durham's 54.72, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Oxnard than in Durham, based on Oxnard’s safety index of 54.17 versus 45.28 for Durham. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Oxnard and Durham is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Durham vs. Oxnard move

• Weather: Oxnard has mild and relatively wet winters, and warm, dry summers.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• State licensing: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a California moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in California, though it\’s smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly toOxnard Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.Opt for Released Value Protection – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Oxnard

Now that you’ve chosen "Lima Bean Capital of the World[" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in Oxnard to check out.

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