Oxford, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Oxford, Ohio is 22,069 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 76th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $42,147, the median home value is $232,200, and the median age is 21.2.
The population has grown 4.3% since 2010 (21,663 → 22,585).
22,069
Population
2838
People / sq mi
$42,147
Median Income
$232,200
Median Home Value
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Oxford covers 7.8 sq mi of land at 2838 people per square mile.
About Oxford, OH
Age is the most distinctive thing about Oxford: a median age of 21.2, younger than the national median. With 22,069 residents, Oxford is a city in Ohio.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $42,147, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.4%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $232,200, with typical rent around $989.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 64.5% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 15.9% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Oxford city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Oxford city had a population of 21,663 in 2010 and 22,585 in 2024, a 4.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 23,110 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.42%.
22,585
Population (2024)
21,663
Population (2010)
23,110
Peak (2019)
0.42%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 21,663 |
| 2011 | 21,675 |
| 2012 | 21,609 |
| 2013 | 21,497 |
| 2014 | 21,788 |
| 2015 | 22,109 |
| 2016 | 22,393 |
| 2017 | 22,874 |
| 2018 | 22,871 |
| 2019 | 23,110 |
| 2020 | 23,047 |
| 2021 | 19,681 |
| 2022 | 21,047 |
| 2023 | 22,460 |
| 2024 | 22,585 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$42,147
Median Household Income
$20,642
Per Capita Income
10.4%
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$232,200
Median Home Value
$989
Median Rent
37.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.7%
High School+
64.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.8%
Drive Alone
50.5%
Public Transit
15.9%
Work From Home
16.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
31.2%
Foreign Born
87.8%
Non-English at Home
2.1%
Veterans
5.4%
With Disability
96.9%
Health Insurance
96.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 42.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 24.7% |
| Manufacturing | 6.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 4.1% |
| Information | 2.5% |
| Construction | 1.9% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.6% |
| Retail Trade | 0.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oxford, Ohio has a population of 22,069 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 76th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Oxford, Ohio is $42,147, with 10.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Oxford, Ohio is $232,200, with median monthly rent at $989 and a homeownership rate of 37.5%.
The median age in Oxford, Ohio is 21.2 years. The population is 45.0% male and 55.0% female.
The population has grown 4.3% since 2010 (21,663 → 22,585).
Oxford city, OH Climate
Oxford city, OH has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F) and receives about 1042 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.8°C
Avg Temp
1042
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 64 mm |
| February | -1° / 30° | 63 mm |
| March | 5° / 40° | 94 mm |
| April | 10° / 51° | 100 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 117 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 94 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 103 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 91 mm |
| September | 19° / 65° | 72 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 75 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 88 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 81 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Oxford city, OH
The most comfortable months to visit Oxford city, OH are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.