Cost of Living in Oxford, MS
Population: 26,086 • 2026 Data
$59,901
Median Household Income
-23% vs national
$1,093
Median Monthly Rent
-19% vs national
$333,400
Median Home Value
-2% vs national
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Oxford
The median home value in Oxford, MS is $333,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,093, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,106.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Oxford, MS is $59,901. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7%, with a labor force of 12,915 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.