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Oxford, NC
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Oxford, NC
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 $48,135 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,315. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,132 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oxford is $177,200 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $245,550. Median rent is $986/month, with 32.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Oxford reports 1,028 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 171% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,610/100K. The murder rate is 45.2/100K.
Education
20.7% of adults in Oxford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oxford has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.