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Oxford, KS

Kansas · Sumner County · Wichita Metro

Oxford is a small town in Kansas with a population of 892. Residents earn $57,227 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
892 Population 980/sq mi density
$57,227 Median Income $30,576 per capita
$117,200 Home Value $151,643 Zillow
$663 Median Rent 20.7% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
394 Violent Crime/100K 394 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$57,227 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,200 home value, $663/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
394 violent crimes/100K (4% above avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,227
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,200
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 394/100K
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population892
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density980/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,227
Per Capita$30,576
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$878M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,200
Rent$663
Ownership70.7%
Zillow$151,643
Housing Units443
Rent Burden20.7%

Crime

F
Violent394/100K
Property394/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault394/100K
Burglary99/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking18.0%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.59

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband75.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Oxford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oxford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, 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 $57,227, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oxford is $117,200, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 394 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 394 per 100,000, 80% below the national average.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Oxford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Oxford has a population of 892 with a density of 980 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.1% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 9.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

892
Total Population
980
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oxford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oxford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oxford is $57,227, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,576 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $842, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 640 business establishments, including 44 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 4.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oxford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,227
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,576
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$63,817
Gini Index0.408 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$878M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare52
Retail63
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oxford is $117,200, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,643, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. 70.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 443 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $3,670. 20.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,200
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,643

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% below US avg
Rent Burden20.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.7%
Owner-Occupied70.7%
Renter-Occupied29.3%
Housing Units443
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Oxford, 40.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 32.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 26.8% are physically inactive. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,731. The dentist ratio is 1:3,210. 41.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,731
Dentists1:3,210
Mental Health1:798
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death10,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities52
Oxford has a violent crime rate of 394 per 100,000 residents, 4% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 394.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 394 per 100,000, 80% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 197, burglary at 99, vehicle theft at 99 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Oxford receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent394.5/100K
4% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault394.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property394.5/100K
80% below US avg
Burglary98.6/100K
Theft197.2/100K
Vehicle Theft98.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Oxford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,189 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density980/sq mi
Coordinates37.2737°N, 97.1693°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySumner County County
Nearest AirportWichita Dwight D Eisenhower Ntl (ICT)
30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.9"
8% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.53"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0497 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)5.8 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.29 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score48.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability27.8 / 100
Community Resilience78.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4,327 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Sep 3, 2016 14 km NW of Pawnee, Oklahoma M5.8 97 km
Apr 9, 2018 8 km NNE of Marshall, Oklahoma M4.6 123 km
Apr 7, 2018 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma M4.6 114 km
Jul 27, 2015 4 km NNE of Crescent, Oklahoma M4.5 147 km
Jan 19, 2020 2 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.5 109 km
Jan 31, 2022 7 km NW of Medford, Oklahoma M4.5 73 km
Jul 20, 2015 7 km SSE of Byron, Oklahoma M4.4 108 km
Jun 9, 2018 8 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma M4.4 97 km
May 17, 2019 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma M4.4 82 km
Sep 8, 2017 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma M4.3 79 km
Jun 17, 2015 6 km ESE of Covington, Oklahoma M4.3 114 km
Jul 29, 2014 9 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma M4.3 97 km
Mar 5, 2018 5 km NNW of Breckinridge, Oklahoma M4.2 102 km
Feb 5, 2021 5 km WNW of Lucien, Oklahoma M4.2 114 km
Feb 19, 2021 6 km SW of Manchester, Oklahoma M4.2 89 km
Mar 4, 2018 4 km N of Breckinridge, Oklahoma M4.2 102 km
Jan 26, 2015 5 km NNE of Medford, Oklahoma M4.2 67 km
Aug 16, 2019 3 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.2 110 km
Feb 5, 2015 8 km NE of Cherokee, Oklahoma M4.2 112 km
Mar 30, 2014 2 km S of Marshall, Oklahoma M4.2 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

771 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 146 fatalities, 1,221 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 26, 1991 EF5 35 km 17
Mar 13, 1990 EF5 93 km 1
May 25, 1955 EF5 62 km 20
May 25, 1955 EF5 44 km 80
May 12, 2004 EF4 72 km 0
May 3, 1999 EF4 21 km 6
Apr 26, 1991 EF4 100 km 0
Apr 26, 1991 EF4 23 km 1
Jun 23, 1969 EF4 60 km 0
Jun 10, 1958 EF4 65 km 15
Apr 2, 1956 EF4 54 km 2
Apr 29, 2022 EF3 39 km 0
Jun 26, 2018 EF3 97 km 0
Jul 7, 2016 EF3 99 km 0
May 6, 2015 EF3 76 km 0
May 19, 2012 EF3 95 km 0
May 19, 2012 EF3 93 km 0
Apr 14, 2012 EF3 34 km 0
Apr 14, 2012 EF3 57 km 0
May 10, 2010 EF3 92 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (60,976 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 60,976 80 km
2014 UNNAMED 32,901 100 km
2015 UNNAMED 20,347 77 km
2018 WEST 60 18,715 81 km
2016 FERGUSON RANCH 13,625 62 km
1991 UNNAMED 13,063 89 km
1989 UNNAMED 12,241 86 km
2024 BOWMAN 9,422 96 km
2023 COWLEY 9,379 61 km
2004 UNNAMED 8,183 48 km
2002 UNNAMED 8,105 77 km
2014 NORTH 400 7,909 78 km
2015 UNNAMED 7,331 78 km
2014 GOBBLER 7,040 92 km
2023 TIMBER HILL 6,857 96 km
2014 UNNAMED 6,609 86 km
2018 TRENTMAN 6,436 90 km
2006 TWELTH STREET 6,282 99 km
1996 UNNAMED 6,069 54 km
1996 UNNAMED 5,691 88 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
June 76°F (25°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.6 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in

Oxford has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 35°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (0.9").

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Oxford is located in Sumner County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 28.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 16% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74% of the vote, a 50.1-point margin. 75.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 52 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.59
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density980/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountySumner County County

Services

Broadband Access75.5%
Avg Download Speed22.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants44
Retail Stores63

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%
Average costs for common services in Oxford. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $225 ($135–$360)
Specialist Visit $315 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit $180 ($90–$315)
Emergency Room Visit $1,982 ($721–$4,505)
Dental Cleaning $117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling $225 ($135–$360)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement $270 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $541 ($360–$901)
Battery Replacement $180 ($90–$315)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair $360 ($135–$721)
HVAC System Install $6,307 ($3,604–$10,812)
Roof Repair $901 ($360–$1,802)
Roof Replacement $8,109 ($4,956–$13,515)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,352 ($451–$3,154)
Divorce (Contested) $13,515 ($4,505–$27,030)
DUI Defense $4,505 ($1,802–$9,010)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,352 ($721–$2,703)
Will Preparation $451 ($180–$901)
Trust Preparation $2,253 ($901–$4,505)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $135 ($68–$225)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45–$117)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.69 ($2.70–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.15 ($2.25–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread $3.42 ($2.25–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.05 ($2.70–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.96 ($3.60–$6.76)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $126 ($72–$225)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45–$135)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,802 ($1,081–$3,154)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.21–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27–$225)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14–$68)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,081 ($541–$2,253)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $901 ($451–$1,802)
After-School Care (Monthly) $360 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $901 ($360–$2,253)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,263 ($4,505–$27,030)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $270 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter $180 ($90–$360)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$414
Toddler$423
Preschool$423
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$426
Toddler$361
Preschool$361
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Sumner County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 609 52 $41,329 0.68
Retail Trade 600 54 $27,801 0.96
Manufacturing 383 33 $57,408 0.75
Finance & Insurance 280 32 $65,585 1.10
Transportation & Warehousing 260 29 $71,550 0.98
Professional & Technical Services 199 88 $69,371 0.46
Other Services 153 43 $42,843 0.81
Construction 139 44 $54,195 0.42
Information & Technology 94 15 $66,696 0.80
Agriculture & Forestry 91 28 $44,929 1.80
Administrative & Waste Services 87 29 $72,543 0.24
Educational Services 28 10 $40,180 0.22
Mining & Oil/Gas 24 7 $64,644 1.02
Real Estate 23 10 $36,495 0.24
Management of Companies 7 3 $82,056 0.07

Schools in Oxford

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Oxford Jr/Sr High High 212 13 16.3:1
Oxford Elem Elementary 207 15 13.8:1
Oxford Online Virtual School Other 36
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Radio Stations near Oxford

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
1480 AM - KQAM - Wichita news talk MP3 96 kbps
KMUW music, npr MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Oxford

3 campgrounds found near Oxford.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BEAR CREEK COVE 4.3/5 22 $22
COON CREEK (OK) 4.3/5 57 $26–$30
WASHUNGA BAY 3.9/5 37 $26–$28

National Parks Near Oxford

7 national parks and monuments found near Oxford.

ParkTypeFee
Cheney State Park State Park Free
El Dorado State Park State Park Free
Fairgrounds Park State Park Free
Great Salt Plains State Park State Park Free
Osage Hills State Park State Park Free
Pawnee Bill Museum State Park State Park Free
Sandhills State Park State Park Free

Museums in Oxford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHEROKEE STRIP LAND RUSH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6204426750$111,276
BARTLETT ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6204883451
CHISHOLM TRAIL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6203263820
COWLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6202214811
DOUGLASS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION314 S FORREST ST3167462319
MULVANE HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3167770506
MULVANE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION300 W MAIN ST3167770506
UDALL COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6207823004

Libraries in Oxford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WINFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY605 COLLEGE0.081,500
ARKANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY120 E. 5TH AVENUE0.070,503
MULVANE PUBLIC LIBRARY101 EAST MAIN0.061,680
WELLINGTON PUBLIC121 WEST 7TH0.022,075
DOUGLASS PUBLIC LIBRARY319 S. FOREST0.020,511
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY115 SOUTH SUMNER0.06,708
BELLE PLAINE PUBLIC LIBRARY222 W. 5TH0.04,112
UDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY109 E. FIRST ST0.01,905
SOUTH HAVEN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY104 W. BAIRD0.0748

Farmers Markets in Oxford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ark City Farm & Art Market200 Blcok S. SummitVisit
Walnut Valley Farmers' Market301 Main Street05/28/2016 to 09/24/2016Sat: 7:30 AM-11:00 AM;Visit
Wellington Farmers MarketHeritage Park

Restaurants in Oxford

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old Oxford Mill

Gas Stations in Oxford

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store

Banks in Oxford

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CornerBank

Nursing Homes in Oxford

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
ML-OP OXFORD, LLC
200 S OHIO
Non profit - Corporation 45 34 4/5 5/5 2/5 6204552214

Cell Towers in Oxford

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Wellington) Hwys 81 & 160, South on 81 one mi. to Botkin St. Turn Left on BotkiGTOWER131
(Arkansas City site) 8467 312TH ROADGTOWER131
1.6 KM NORTHEAST OF WINFIELDGTOWER119
6727 EAST 95TH STREET (63444)LTOWER77
6727 EAST 95TH STREET (63444)LTOWER77
315 SOUTH PECAN (78973)MTOWER56
315 SOUTH PECAN (78973)MTOWER56
119TH AND KS HIGHWAY 15 (76022)MTOWER47
119TH AND KS HIGHWAY 15 (76022)MTOWER47

Fire Stations in Oxford

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Oxford Rural Township Fire District #3115 S Sumner STVolunteer620-455-2244

Power Plants Near Oxford

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
OXFORD (KS)PETROLEUM LIQUIDS221112-97.2OP

Bridges in Oxford

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1935224,390F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19305814,180G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20072564,180G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19842334,180F
CulvertConcrete1935324,180G
CulvertConcrete1934322,665G
CulvertConcrete1934292,600F
CulvertConcrete1946332,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201243765G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199527765F
CulvertConcrete195026330F
CulvertConcrete197521280F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199258280F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1975354280F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197089280F
SlabConcrete continuous1989123215G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20224092G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199946492G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19704292F
CulvertConcrete19606367F
SlabConcrete continuous200110155G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19882955F
CulvertConcrete19552454F
CulvertConcrete19652535G
CulvertConcrete19653635G
CulvertConcrete19602034F
SlabConcrete continuous199211334G
CulvertConcrete19552430F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19653925F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19883125F
CulvertConcrete19823825G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20043525G
CulvertConcrete19354225F
CulvertConcrete20223925G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20022820F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19753020F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20062420G
CulvertSteel20062620G
CulvertSteel19992620F
CulvertConcrete19813720F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19354215F
SlabConcrete continuous19959315G
SlabConcrete continuous19978515G
CulvertConcrete20012215G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20033615G
CulvertConcrete19253215F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19992415F
SlabConcrete continuous19988315G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20222215G
CulvertConcrete19823915G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19505115F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19803915F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20042215G
CulvertSteel19992610F
SlabConcrete continuous198218510G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20054210G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2022248G

Amtrak Stations in Oxford

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Wellington, KS1400 East 16th StreetBUS

Airports Near Oxford

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
McConnell Air Force BaseIABMedium Airport
Ponca City Regional AirportPNCMedium Airport
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National AirportICTMedium Airport
Albers AirportSmall Airport
Alley FieldSmall Airport
Argonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Augusta Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bannon FieldSmall Airport
Beaumont Hotel AirportSmall Airport
Beech Factory AirportBECSmall Airport
Belle Plaine Farms AirportSmall Airport
Berwick AirportSmall Airport
Blackwell Tonkawa Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bobbitt AirportSmall Airport
Brady-Pippin AirportSmall Airport
Bug FieldSmall Airport
Butler AirparkSmall Airport
Caldwell Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Captain Jack Thomas El Dorado AirportEDKSmall Airport
Cessna Aircraft FieldCEASmall Airport
Cherokee StripSmall Airport
Colonel James Jabara AirportSmall Airport
Cook AirfieldSmall Airport
Coyote Run AirportSmall Airport
Daniel's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Davis FieldSmall Airport
Eagle FieldSmall Airport
Eagles Landing Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Earl Henry AirportBWLSmall Airport
Eck FieldSmall Airport
Ferley Private Ultralight AirportSmall Airport
Fiscus AirportSmall Airport
Fisher AirportSmall Airport
Foster FieldSmall Airport
Gators Place AirportSmall Airport
Harrison AirportSmall Airport
Heape FieldSmall Airport
Hidden Valley AirportSmall Airport
High Point AirportSmall Airport
Irish Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Lake Waltanna AirportSmall Airport
Leverton AirportSmall Airport
Lil Bird AirportSmall Airport
Lloyd Stearman FieldSmall Airport
Lmn 120 AirportSmall Airport
Maize AirportSmall Airport
Mason AirportSmall Airport
McMaster GliderportSmall Airport
Medford Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Mono Aircraft AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Oxford

14 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Arkansas City Police Department111 West Central Avenue
Belle Plaine Police Department
Cowley County Sheriff's Department
Cowley County Sheriff's Department Jail
Douglass United School District 396 Police Department
Mulvane Police Department
Mulvane Police Department
Oxford Police Station
South Haven Police Department
Sumner County Sheriff's Department - Sumner County Law Enforcement Center
Udall Police Department
Wellington Police Department
Winfield Police Department
Winfield Police Department430 East 9th Avenue

Grocery Stores in Oxford

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's General Store 2621Convenience Store315 W Main St

Post Offices in Oxford

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oxford Post Office

Treatment Centers in Oxford

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Preferred Family Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse620-221-6252
Sumner Mental Health CenterBoth620-326-7448

DOL Wage Violations in Oxford

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,851 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$1,851
Back Wages Owed
1
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Hometown Market 67119 1 $1,851 $1,851 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oxford

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 907
HOPE INITIATIVE1444 E 10TH AVE
OXFORD CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 578

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oxford

What is the population of Oxford?

Oxford has a population of 892 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 980 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

Is Oxford expensive to live in?

Oxford is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $57,227, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $117,200 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oxford safe?

The violent crime rate in Oxford is 394 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 394 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Oxford receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oxford?

Oxford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Oxford?

The job market in Oxford is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $842. There are 640 business establishments in the area, including 44 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 4.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oxford?

The median home value in Oxford is $117,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,643. For renters, the median monthly rent is $663. Fair market rent is $753 for a 1-bedroom and $947 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 70.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,670.

How are the schools in Oxford?

Schools in Oxford score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.3% of adults in Oxford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oxford?

The obesity rate in Oxford is 40.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 26.8% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 41.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,731.

What is transportation like in Oxford?

The average commute in Oxford is 28 minutes. 81% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oxford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oxford is 89.9% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 2.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 9.2% of the population are military veterans. 19.1% of residents have a disability. 96.8% have health insurance coverage.

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