Oxford, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
724 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
62.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
52 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$763,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$819 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,073 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Talbot County
2
Easton Urban Area
2
Maryland
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Talbot County
4
Easton Urban Area
4
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 36
Feb 3 5 38
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 3 2 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 7%

Schools

St Michaels Middle/High School
7 miles, N 4.6 star
Easton Middle
7 miles, NE

Colleges

Chesapeake College
19 miles, NE 1.4 star
St John's College
27 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Umd Shore Medical Center at Easton
8 miles, NE 4.1 star
Calverthealth Medical Center
25 miles, W 4.1 star
Anne Arundel Medical Center
29 miles, N 5 star

Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
96 miles, NE 4.1 star