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Simi Valley vs Thousand Oaks

Two California cities 10 miles apart, side by side.

Simi ValleyThousand Oaks
Population125,769125,676
Median household income$117,703$134,367
Median home value$753,500$951,200
Median rent$2,513/mo$2,580/mo
Median age41.844.5
Homeownership73%70%
Property tax (effective)0.74%0.70%
Sales tax7.25%7.25%
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Is Simi Valley or Thousand Oaks cheaper?

For housing, Simi Valley is cheaper: median home values are $753,500 in Simi Valley and $951,200 in Thousand Oaks; median rents are $2,513 and $2,580.

Which has higher incomes, Simi Valley or Thousand Oaks?

Thousand Oaks: median household income is $117,703 in Simi Valley and $134,367 in Thousand Oaks.

How far is Simi Valley from Thousand Oaks?

About 10 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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