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Oxford is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 500. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
500 Population 581/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $29,156 per capita
$135,200 Home Value $258,579 Zillow
$644 Median Rent 26.2% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,200 home value, $644/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,200
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $644
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population500
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density581/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$29,156
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$588M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,200
Rent$644
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,579
Housing Units224
Rent Burden26.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,337/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary668/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking17.8%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation844 ft (257 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Broadband92.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

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, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oxford is $135,200, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $644 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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 2,337 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Oxford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Oxford has a population of 500 with a density of 581 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

500
Total Population
581
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oxford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oxford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oxford is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Oxford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,156
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$66,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare22
Retail40
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Oxford is $135,200, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $644 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,200
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$644
45% below US avg
Rent Burden26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.1%
Housing Units224
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Oxford, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits61.6%
Premature Death10,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities22
Oxford has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,337 per 100,000 (19% above 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 Property2,337.2/100K
19% above US avg
Burglary667.8/100K
Theft1,669.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Oxford has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall40.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation844 ft (257 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density581/sq mi
Coordinates43.7804°N, 89.5636°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.7-point margin. 92.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density581/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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