Oxon Hill, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Oxon Hill is a small city in Maryland with a population of 18,491. Residents earn $94,989 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
18,491 Population 2,871/sq mi density
$94,989 Median Income $44,838 per capita
$345,500 Home Value
$1,673 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$94,989 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$345,500 home value, $1,673/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,989
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $345,500
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,673
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18,491
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density2,871/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,989
Per Capita$44,838
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$345,500
Rent$1,673
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation73 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+82.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute37 min
EV Stations25
Libraries19

Is Oxon Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oxon Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Oxon Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oxon Hill is $94,989, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oxon Hill is $345,500, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,673 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oxon Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oxon Hill has a population of 18,491 with a density of 2,871 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (63.1%), with 7.9% White, 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

18,491
Total Population
2,871
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oxon Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.5%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.5%
75% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oxon Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oxon Hill is $94,989, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Oxon Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,989
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,838
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,770
County GDP$65,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,546
Healthcare2,219
Retail2,225
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.2 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Oxon Hill is $345,500, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,673 (44% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$345,500
23% above US avg
Median List Price$415,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$415,000
$/Sq Ft$180
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops27.0%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,673
44% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,042

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Oxon Hill, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oxon Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD4.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression14.7%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Oxon Hill has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation73 ft (22 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density2,871/sq mi
Coordinates38.7888°N, 76.9719°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 75.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 11.2%
D 86.4%

Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+82.0%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,871/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations25
Alt Fuel Stations26
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.2 min
Work from Home15.7%

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