Oxford, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

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
58°F Avg Temperature
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
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%

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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,643

Crime

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

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Elevation1,189 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute28 min
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, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 5.8/10.

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. 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. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

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 Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
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. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

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

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
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oxford is $117,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,643.

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

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Oxford, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate75.7%
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. Property crime stands at 394 per 100,000 (80% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oxford has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density980/sq mi
Coordinates37.2737°N, 97.1693°W
County FIPS20191
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants44
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home4.3%

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