Oxford

Lafayette County, Mississippi

Population 58K |Median income $67,185 |1 hospital

Population

58,327

Lafayette County

Median Income

$67,185

Near average

Median Home Value

$315,400

+38% vs avg

Median Age

30.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

58K+19%

Median Income

$67,185+55%

Median Home Value

$315,400+93%

Poverty Rate

18.5%-28%

Unemployment

2.1%-78%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,085/mo

Poverty Rate

18.5% +30% vs avg

Unemployment 2.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 46.5%

Work From Home 8.6%

Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 69.6%

African American 22.7%

Asian 2.3%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

35%

Obesity

34.4%

High Blood Pressure

34.1%

Physical Inactivity

26.6%

Binge Drinking

17.7%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.3%

Current Smoking

12.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

12%

Diabetes

10.9%

Current Asthma

9.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.2%

Dental Visit 10.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.2%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.4%

Stroke

3.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL NORTH MS

OXFORD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Oxford Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Oxford, MS? ▼

Oxford, MS has a population of 58,327 people, located in Lafayette County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in Oxford? ▼

The median household income in Oxford, MS is $67,185 per year. The poverty rate is 18.5%.

What is the median home value in Oxford? ▼

The median home value in Oxford, MS is $315,400. Median rent is $1,085/month.

What are the top health concerns in Oxford? ▼

The top health indicators in Oxford include Short Sleep Duration (35%), Obesity (34.4%), High Blood Pressure (34.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Oxford? ▼

Oxford has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Oxford? ▼

The median age in Oxford, MS is 30.7 years. 46.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Oxford, MS is located in Lafayette County, Mississippi. With a population of 58K and a median household income of $67,185, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Oxford area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lafayette County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.