Oxnard, CA Census Data
The 22nd largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Oxnard is the 22nd largest city in California by population and ranks 106th of 188 for median household income. With 201,014 residents, its poverty rate of 10.8% ranks among the higher rates in California. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
201,014
50.3% male · 49.7% female
Median Age
34.0
4.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$93,372
$14,834 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
19.6%
15.4% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 69.2%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
1.6% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 15.0%
Broadband Access
96.3%
6.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$617,800
Median rent: $1,962 · 54% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.6%
Labor force participation: 62.3%
Per Capita Income
$36,214
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.0%
Disability rate: 9.9%
How Oxnard Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 22nd of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 106th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 100th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 152nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 118th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Oxnard, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Oxnard, CA?
The population of Oxnard, CA is 201,014 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.0 years.
What is the median household income in Oxnard?
The median household income in Oxnard, CA is $93,372, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $36,214.
What is the poverty rate in Oxnard?
The poverty rate in Oxnard, CA is 10.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 15.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Oxnard residents have a college degree?
19.6% of adults (25+) in Oxnard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 69.2% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Oxnard?
The median home value in Oxnard, CA is $617,800. Median rent is $1,962 per month, with 54% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Oxnard?
Oxnard's population is 36.9% White, 1.8% Black, 77.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Oxnard rank among California cities?
Oxnard is the 22nd largest city in California by population, the 106th highest for median household income, the 100th lowest for poverty rate, the 152nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Oxnard?
The unemployment rate in Oxnard, CA is 6.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 62.3%. Per capita income is $36,214.
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