Oxford, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Worcester County County
Oxford, MA
At a Glance
How Oxford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oxford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oxford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oxford residents earn a median household income of $91,742 , which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,118. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,743 business establishments, including 1,794 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oxford is $327,300 , 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $434,713. Median rent is $1,047/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Oxford reports 244 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 672/100K.
Education
25.1% of adults in Oxford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oxford has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.