Oxford, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Oxford is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,140. Residents earn $77,188 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,140 Population 1,652/sq mi density
$77,188 Median Income $56,575 per capita
$175,000 Home Value
$858 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$77,188 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,000 home value, $858/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,188
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,140
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density1,652/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,188
Per Capita$56,575
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,867M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,000
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+90.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute40 min
Libraries11

Is Oxford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oxford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. 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 $77,188, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oxford is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Oxford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Oxford has a population of 1,140 with a density of 1,652 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

1,140
Total Population
1,652
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oxford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.5%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.5%
23% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oxford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oxford is $77,188, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Oxford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,188
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,575
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$151,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,073
County GDP$9,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare387
Retail437
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.5 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oxford is $175,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,000
38% below US avg
Median List Price$135,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$135,000
$/Sq Ft$302
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio86.7%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Rate7.13%
In Oxford, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death4,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities387

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Oxford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,652/sq mi
Coordinates40.8049°N, 74.9973°W
County FIPS34019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 45.7%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score6.24
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,652/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants295
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.5 min
Work from Home9.3%

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