Oxford, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oxford, Arkansas had a total population of 820, the 236th largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $51,591, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Oxford Quick Facts
How Oxford Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 968 | 820 | -15.3% |
| Median household income | $50,313 | $51,591 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $80,500 | $97,100 | +20.6% |
How Oxford Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Oxford Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Izard County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | 2,263 | $39,469 | 30.8% | $172,800 |
| Calico Rock | 1,771 | $26,655 | 30.0% | $93,800 |
| Mount Pleasant | 345 | $42,031 | 30.4% | $117,800 |
| Pineville | 306 | $38,906 | 38.9% | N/A |
| Franklin | 283 | $50,000 | 26.5% | $117,500 |
| Guion | 61 | N/A | 70.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Oxford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Rock | 853 | $52,019 | $68,700 | 7.6% | 30.5% |
| Altus | 827 | $47,500 | $108,200 | 12.1% | 23.8% |
| Magnet Cove | 889 | N/A | $156,700 | 16.7% | 34.5% |
| Sardis | 890 | N/A | $178,000 | 15.5% | 45.3% |
| Luxora | 741 | N/A | $31,700 | 3.6% | 50.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 820, Oxford's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Oxford is a small community located in Arkansas, within Izard County. The total population is 820. It ranks as the 236th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oxford is 41.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oxford is $51,591. This is 15% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.8%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 7.7%. This is 56% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $97,100. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Oxford is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Oxford has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.3% of all residents. Asian residents account for 4.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.4% vs 1.6%).
Education
16.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 25.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oxford, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Oxford, Arkansas?
Oxford, Arkansas has a population of 820 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oxford, AR?
The median household income in Oxford is $51,591, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oxford, AR?
The poverty rate in Oxford is 18.8%. This means approximately 154 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oxford, Arkansas?
Oxford's population is 87.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oxford, AR?
The median home value in Oxford is $97,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Oxford, Arkansas?
16.8% of adults (25+) in Oxford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.