Oxnard, California
Oxnard: The second most populous city in Ventura County, California.
About
Oxnard is a city located in the county of Ventura in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 197,899. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 207,945 inhabitants.
The city was created 122 years ago in 1903.
Oxnard is a coastal city located in Ventura County, California directly west of Los Angeles. With around 207,000 residents, it is the most populous city in Ventura County.
History and Development
Oxnard was founded in 1903 and named after successful beet farmers, the Oxnard Brothers. Agriculture drove early growth.
Key historical facts:
- Founded in 1903 by the Oxnard Brothers and incorporated in 1903
- Agriculture, especially sugar beets, stimulated early economy
- Became wartime manufacturing center during WWII
- Developed into major international port and navy base
Economy and Major Industries
Major sectors include international trade, manufacturing, military, and agriculture. Top employers are:
- Naval Base Ventura County
- St. John's Regional Medical Center
- Haas Automation manufacturing
- Seminis vegetable seeds production
The city benefits from its thriving port and strategic coastline position.
Attractions and Things to Do
Popular sites include:
- Miles of scenic beaches along the Pacific Coast
- Channel Islands National Park accessible via harbor
- Historic downtown district with dining and shopping
- Mullin Automotive Museum showcasing Bugattis
- River Ridge Golf Club and other recreational amenities
Oxnard provides coastal allure combined with military, port, and industrial activity.
Quick Facts about Oxnard
| Population | 207,945 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Ventura County |
| Postal code | 93030, 93035, 93033, 93034, 93030, 93036, 93031, 93032 |
| Phone Area Codes | 805 |
| Water as percent of area | 31.41% |
| Land as percent of area | 68.59% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.1975,-119.1771 |
| Altitude | 171 feet / 52 meters |
| Establishment | June 30, 1903 (122 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone, UTC−08:00, UTC−07:00 |
| Local time | 13:28:43 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 4.83% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 49℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Oxnard is located at 34°11'51"N 119°10'37"W (34.1975000, -119.1770500). It has 2 neighbors: Port Hueneme and Ventura.
Oxnard map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. West northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Oxnard
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Oxnard increased by 4.83% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 197,899 | - | census |
| 2011 | 199,968 | 1.03% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 201,105 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 202,835 | 0.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 204,560 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 206,228 | 0.81% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 207,455 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 208,831 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 209,271 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 208,881 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 207,945 | -0.45% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in Oxnard
1Embassy Suites by Hilton Mandalay Beach Resort
2101 Mandalay Beach Rd, Oxnard, CA 93035, United States View details
Phone: +18059842500 | Website available
2Residence Inn by Marriott Oxnard River Ridge
2101 W Vineyard Ave, Oxnard, CA 93036, United States View details
Phone: +18052782200 | Website available
3Courtyard by Marriott Oxnard Ventura
600 E Esplanade Dr, Oxnard, CA 93036, United States View details
Phone: +18059883600 | Website available
4Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
2000 Solar Dr, Oxnard, CA 93036, United States View details
Phone: +18059838600 | Website available
5Silverstrand Beach
Oxnard, CA 93035, United States View details
Services and Civic Places in Oxnard
1Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard - Applications & Section 8 Office
1470 E Colonia Rd, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053858014 | Website available
2Oxnard Utility Billing
214 S C St, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053857816 | Website available
3Oxnard City Hall
300 W 3rd St, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053858280 | Website available
4Animal Safety
251 S C St, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053857640 | Website available
5Oxnard Business Licenses
214 S C St, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053857817
6Oxnard City Water Services
251 S Hayes Ave, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053858136 | Website available
7CITY CORPS
701 S G St, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053858123 | Website available
8Oxnard Housing Department
300 N Marquita St, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053858114 | Website available
9City of Oxnard Development Services
214 S C St, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053857896 | Website available
10Oxnard Licensing Department
214 S C St, Oxnard, CA 93030, United States View details
Phone: +18053857818
People born in Oxnard (95)
People born in Oxnard, including actor, screenwriter and producer Bob Stephenson, composer Homer Keller, judge, Reagan advisor William P. Clark, .
More notable people
- Jeffrey Combs (American actor (born 1954)) he was born in 09/09/1954
- Bud Houser (American shot putter and discus thrower) he was born in 25/09/1901
- Brandon Knight (American baseball player) he was born in 01/10/1975
- Madlib (American hip hop musician) he was born in 24/10/1973
- Phil Giebler (American racing driver) he was born in 05/03/1979
- Oh No (American rapper and producer) he was born in 06/11/1979
- Armando Xavier Ochoa (Bishop of Fresno) he was born in 03/04/1943
- Justin Dumais (Olympic diver) he was born in 13/08/1978
- Fernando Vargas (American boxer) he was born in 07/12/1977
- Ryan Seaman (American musician) he was born in 23/09/1983
- Gilbert Hernandez (American comics creator) he was born in 01/02/1957
- Corey Pavin (professional golfer) he was born in 16/11/1959
- Dan Tullis Jr. (American stage, film and television actor) he was born in 08/07/1951
- Dudley Perkins (American musician) he was born in 01/01/2000
- Jaime Hernandez (American comic book artist) he was born in 10/10/1959
- Robbie Jones (actor) he was born in 25/09/1977
- Rich Moore (American animation director) he was born in 10/05/1963
- Wildchild (American rapper) he was born in 01/01/2000
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Oxnard, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 118958 | Modern Beauty Academy | Oxnard (CA) | 93030 |
| 381282 | CET-Oxnard | Oxnard (CA) | 93030 |
| 120421 | Oxnard College | Oxnard (CA) | 93033-6699 |
| 125037 | The Santa Barbara and Ventura Colleges of Law at Ventura | Ventura (CA) | 93003 |
| 417123 | Ventura Adult and Continuing Education | Ventura (CA) | 93003-0000 |
Nearby Transit Stations (30)
Rail and bus stations connected to Oxnard, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OXN | Oxnard Transportation Center | 201 East Fourth Street | RAIL |
| CML | Camarillo station | 30 Lewis Road | RAIL |
| VEC | Ventura | Harbor Blvd and Figueroa Street | RAIL |
| SAP | Santa Paula, California | 245 South Palm Avenue | BUS |
| MPK | Moorpark | 300 High Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Oxnard.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Building Oxnard Post Office | Oxnard (CA) | 93030 |
| Savier Post Office | Oxnard (CA) | 93033 |
| Oxnard Post Office | Oxnard (CA) | 93036 |
| Port Huenem Post Office | Port Hueneme (CA) | 93041 |
| Montalv Post Office | Ventura (CA) | 93003 |
Other cities in Ventura County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ventura County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Thousand Oaks | 126,310 | The fifth most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Simi Valley | 125,168 | The third most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Ventura | 96,769 | The most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Camarillo | 69,521 | The most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Moorpark | 36,202 | City in California in the United States |
| Santa Paula | 30,242 | City in California |
| Port Hueneme | 21,745 | City in Ventura County, California, United States |
| Fillmore | 15,604 | City in and county seat of Millard County, Utah, United States |
| Ojai | 7,587 | City in California, United States |
| El Rio | 7,198 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Mira Monte | 6,854 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Oak View | 4,066 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Meiners Oaks | 3,571 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Channel Islands Beach | 3,103 | Census designated place |
| Piru | 2,063 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
Oxnard distances to largest California cities