Median Income
$48,500
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$113,900
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$732
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.1%
2% lower than US avg
How Oxford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,333
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density2,424/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,500
Per Capita$24,029
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$623M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$113,900
Rent$732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,690
Health
Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation735 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+86.6%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Libraries6
Is Oxford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oxford receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. 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 $48,500, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oxford is $113,900, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Oxford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Oxford has a population of 1,333 with a density of 2,424 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 4.9% Black.
Population
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Oxford is $48,500, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,500 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,029 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,687 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 213 |
| County GDP | $623M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,100 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
The median home value in Oxford is $113,900, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,690.
Home Values
| Census Median | $113,900 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $208,690 |
| Median List Price | $182,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $182,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $148 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.1% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $732 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,100 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.84% |
In Oxford, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oxford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,602/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Oxford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Oxford has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.2 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 17.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,424/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5215°N, 87.2482°W |
| County FIPS | 18007 |