Oxford Urban Area, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
69,359 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,617 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$222,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$465 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$821 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mississippi
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 40
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 61
May 6 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 6 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 8, MS State House District 23, MS
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Schools

Davidson Elementary School
5 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Water Valley High School
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of Mississippi
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Academy of Hair Design-Grenada
34 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Yalobusha General Hospital
7 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms
9 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Panola Medical Center
20 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
61 miles, N • 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
78 miles, SE • 1 star
Key Field
139 miles, S • 1 star
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