Oxford, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Oxford is a small town in Michigan with a population of 3,478. Residents earn $88,214 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
3,478 Population 2,760/sq mi density
$88,214 Median Income $55,424 per capita
$351,300 Home Value $396,509 Zillow
$901 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$88,214 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$351,300 home value, $901/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,214
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $351,300
25% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.6%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $901
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,478
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density2,760/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$88,214
Per Capita$55,424
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$351,300
Rent$901
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$396,509

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property567/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary57/100K

Health

Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation1,044 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.6%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute30 min
EV Stations4
Libraries40

Is Oxford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oxford receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $88,214, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oxford is $351,300, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x 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 567 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Oxford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Oxford has a population of 3,478 with a density of 2,760 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 4.2% Black.

Population

3,478
Total Population
2,760
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oxford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oxford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oxford is $88,214, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Oxford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,214
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,424
Avg Weekly Wage$1,498
IRS Avg AGI$117,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)43,047
County GDP$143,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,099
Healthcare5,524
Retail4,518
Manufacturing1,635

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Oxford is $351,300, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $396,509.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$351,300
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$396,509
Median List Price$379,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,900
$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,289

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Oxford, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death6,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access96.4%
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Oxford has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 567 per 100,000 (71% 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 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 Property567.2/100K
71% below US avg
Burglary56.7/100K
Theft482.1/100K
Vehicle Theft28.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Oxford has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,044 ft (318 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density2,760/sq mi
Coordinates42.8214°N, 83.2535°W
County FIPS26125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.6%
44% above US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,760/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Restaurants3,099
Retail Stores4,518

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home13.2%

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