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Relocation guide
Moving to Thousand Oaks
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
125,676
Median age 44.5
Median household income
$134,367
Median rent
$2,580/mo
Median home value
$951,200
Schools
40
4 districts
Summer high / winter low
80° / 44°
Pros
- Household incomes run 71% above the US median ($134,367).
- 70% of households own their home (US 65%).
- Property taxes are low: about 0.70% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in June, July, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 58 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 37 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 214% more than the US median ($951,200).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Thousand Oaks?
Thousand Oaks spans 4 zip codes. Median home values range from $887,000 to $1,328,900 by zip.
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Is Thousand Oaks a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 71% above the US median ($134,367). 70% of households own their home (US 65%). On the other hand: Homes cost 214% more than the US median ($951,200).
How much do I need to earn to live in Thousand Oaks?
The median household earns $134,367. Rent at the median ($2,580/month) is about 23% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $103,200 a year.
How many schools are in Thousand Oaks?
40 public and private schools across 4 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Thousand Oaks?
Highs average 80°F in September and lows 44°F in December. The most comfortable months are June, July, August.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.