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South-West Oxford, ON
Ontario · Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo Metro
South-West Oxford is a small city in Ontario with a population of 7,583. Residents earn $98,000 per year, which is 30% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How South-West Oxford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is South-West Oxford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, South-West Oxford receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. South-West Oxford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in South-West Oxford is $98,000, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in South-West Oxford is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
Education
7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
South-West Oxford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
South-West Oxford vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
South-West Oxford vs U.S. Average
Income: South-West Oxford vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $98,000 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,040 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $943 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.9% |
| 119% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 235 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 28.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $600,000 |
| 113% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,040 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 13.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.5% |
| Housing Units | 2,615 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: South-West Oxford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 142.7 sq mi (369.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9784°N, 80.8255°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1823 | LAKE ERIE | Unknown | 2.7 m | - | 78 km |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | - | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 28°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in |
South-West Oxford has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.3% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 34.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.2% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Total Area | 142.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 28.4% |
Schools in South-West Oxford
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Reformed Christian School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near South-West Oxford
23 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHST-FM "Jack 102.3" London, ON | adult hits, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 570 News Kitchener | local news | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKLO "Classic Rock 98.1 FM" London, ON | classic rock, rebranding | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - London, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIXX 106.9 "The X" Fanshawe College, London, ON | campus radio, college radio | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Laurier | alternative, college radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| New Country 93.3 (US) | country | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHYM 96.7 | pop | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo DI | community alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo S2 | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIKZ "Country 106.7" Kitchener, ON | country | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| 98.5 CKWR Real Community Radio | community, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CKWR 98.5 "Real Community Radio" Kitchener, ON | community radio, multingual | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CKGL "City News 570" Kitchener, ON | news talk | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CJIQ 88.3 Conestoga College - Kitchener, ON | alternative rock, campus radio | AAC+ 55 kbps | |
| CHGK-FM 107.7 "2 Day FM" Stratford, ON | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CHPD 105.9 "De Brigj Radio" Aylmer, ON | community radio, mennonite | MP3 96 kbps | |
| CKOT-FM 101.3 Giant FM classic rock | canada, classic rock | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| FAITH 99.9 CHJX | christian | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CJDL "Country 107.3" Tillsonburg, ON | country, rogers media | UNKNOWN | |
| CKOT-FM "Easy 101.3" Tillsonburg, ON | adult contemporary, rogers media | UNKNOWN | |
| New Country 96.3 FM (US) | - | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in South-West Oxford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingersoll Cheese and Agricultural Museum | ||||
| Norwich Museum and Archives | ||||
| Woodstock Museum |
Libraries in South-West Oxford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin County Library - Alymer | 0.0 | |||||
| Elgin County Library - Springfield | 0.0 | |||||
| Elgin County Library - Straffordville | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesex County Library - Dorchester | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Brownsville | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Burgessville | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Embro | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Ingersoll | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Innerkip | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Mount Elgin | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Norwich | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Otterville | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Thamesford | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford County Library - Tillsonburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodstock Public Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in South-West Oxford
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in South-West Oxford
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near South-West Oxford
48 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brantford Municipal Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Centralia / James T. Field Memorial Aerodrome | YCE | Medium Airport |
| London International Airport | YXU | Medium Airport |
| Region of Waterloo International Airport | YKF | Medium Airport |
| St Thomas Municipal Airport | YQS | Medium Airport |
| Atwood / Coghlin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bellamy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels / Hemingway Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bushhawk Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambridge / Reid's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Ceilidh Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Centralia (Essery Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chapeskie Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Hill Field | - | Small Airport |
| Conestogo / Largo Woods Field | - | Small Airport |
| Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field | - | Small Airport |
| Delhi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dutton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elmira (East) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elmira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guelph Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harydale Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Innerkip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iona Station (Bobier Strip) | - | Small Airport |
| London (Pioneer Airpark) | - | Small Airport |
| London Soaring Society | - | Small Airport |
| Lubitz Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lucan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melbourne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nixon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papple Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paterson Field | - | Small Airport |
| Rand Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rockton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roseville Field | - | Small Airport |
| Sargeant Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Simcoe (Dennison Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Skyview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Springvale Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Stratford Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tillsonburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vodarek Field | - | Small Airport |
| Warren Field | - | Small Airport |
| Willow Lake Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Woodstock Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodstock Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in South-West Oxford
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mount Elgin United Church | |
| Salford Old Reformed Congregation | |
| Salford United Church |
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What is the population of South-West Oxford?
South-West Oxford has a population of 7,583 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 142.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.
Is South-West Oxford expensive to live in?
The median household income is $98,000, 30% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is South-West Oxford safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, South-West Oxford receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in South-West Oxford?
South-West Oxford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 11.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in South-West Oxford?
The unemployment rate in South-West Oxford is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $943. There are 235 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 28.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in South-West Oxford?
The median home value in South-West Oxford is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 85.5%.
How are the schools in South-West Oxford?
7.3% of adults in South-West Oxford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.4% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in South-West Oxford?
The average commute in South-West Oxford is 25 minutes. 89.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 28.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of South-West Oxford?
The racial and ethnic makeup of South-West Oxford is 97.7% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1% Asian. 86.4% of residents speak only English at home.