Oxford, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Oxford is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,945. Residents earn $58,594 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,945 Population 905/sq mi density
$58,594 Median Income $28,989 per capita
$190,600 Home Value $340,929 Zillow
$1,378 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,594 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$190,600 home value, $1,378/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,594
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,600
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,378
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

How Oxford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,945
Median Age22.2 yrs
Density905/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,594
Per Capita$28,989
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$4,592M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,600
Rent$1,378
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$340,929

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,387/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary328/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation760 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+93.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Oxford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oxford receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oxford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oxford is $58,594, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oxford is $190,600, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,378 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Oxford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,387 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.

Education

28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oxford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Oxford has a population of 1,945 with a density of 905 people per square mile. The median age is 22.2 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.1%), with 4.6% Hispanic, 23.6% Black.

Population

1,945
Total Population
905
People / sq mi
22.2yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Oxford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oxford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oxford is $58,594, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Oxford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,594
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,989
Avg Weekly Wage$1,056
IRS Avg AGI$55,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,169
County GDP$4,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants148
Healthcare167
Retail246
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oxford is $190,600, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,378 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $340,929.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,600
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$340,929
Median List Price$800,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$800,000
$/Sq Ft$178
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,378
18% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Oxford, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oxford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death10,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access58.8%
Healthcare Facilities167
Oxford has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,387 per 100,000 (22% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Oxford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,386.5/100K
22% above US avg
Burglary327.6/100K
Theft2,012.2/100K
Vehicle Theft46.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Oxford has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation760 ft (232 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density905/sq mi
Coordinates33.6284°N, 83.8723°W
County FIPS13217
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.2%
D 57.3%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.5%
15% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density905/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants148
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home8.4%

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