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Oceanside, CA is a beautiful beach city located in the southern tip of San Diego County. It is known for its sandy beaches, surfing opportunities, and vibrant nightlife. The 2 bedroom rent in Oceanside is considerably higher that the national average, however the cost of groceries is lower than the US average. Popular local brands include Swami's Café and Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub. For those looking to take in some culture, there are many local art galleries, museums, and performing arts centers such as the Star Theatre and California Surf Museum which offer unique experiences to tourists and locals alike.

Oceanside has an unemployment rate of 7.4%. The US average is 6.0%.

Oceanside has seen the job market increase by 1.4% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 32.6%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Oceanside
- The Sales Tax Rate for Oceanside is 7.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Oceanside is 9.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Oceanside
- The average income of a Oceanside resident is $27,009 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Oceanside resident is $80,837 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyOceanside, CaliforniaUnited States
  7.46
  -8.6%-6.2%
  32.6%33.5%
  7.8%6.2%
  8.0%4.6%
  $37,366$37,638
  $80,837$69,021
  $93,687$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.9%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  7.1%6.8%
  12.4%10.0%
  2.1%2.5%
  11.7%11.0%
  3.7%4.8%
  0.7%0.8%
  1.5%1.9%
  2.9%4.7%
  2.4%1.9%
  7.8%7.6%
  0.2%0.1%
  4.9%4.2%
  7.8%9.3%
  11.3%14.0%
  3.0%2.1%
  9.9%7.0%
  5.6%4.8%
  4.2%4.7%
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Over 5 years ago

I've lived in here since 1988, left in 1995 and came back in 2005. I will always love Oceanside. You have to come check it out. It has changed so drastically and there  More

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Over 6 years ago

from oceanside ca love the city always love the beach life u can't get anywhere else yes... it has been cleaned up and welcomes people from all over . I miss my  More

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Moved to O'Side Nov 1988 (Lived there from 78 thru 79 prior to moving back in 88). 78-1979 was a Fun, Good, Relaxing Time to Live in O'Side- Low Crime Rate, Low  More

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