Oxford, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oxford, Massachusetts had a total population of 5,671, the 112th largest community in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $89,623, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
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 | 5,572 | 5,671 | +1.8% |
| Median household income | $91,742 | $89,623 | -2.3% |
| Median home value | $327,300 | $345,700 | +5.6% |
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: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Oxford Rankings in Massachusetts
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Other Cities in Worcester County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester | 207,055 | $70,102 | 19.6% | $374,400 |
| Leominster | 43,909 | $83,816 | 9.2% | $380,400 |
| Fitchburg | 41,798 | $73,040 | 15.6% | $336,400 |
| Milford | 27,731 | $93,310 | 8.4% | $464,700 |
| Gardner | 21,148 | $67,518 | 13.7% | $301,600 |
| Southbridge Town | 17,928 | $66,287 | 15.3% | $294,800 |
| Webster | 12,228 | $63,837 | 16.0% | $333,100 |
| Athol | 8,801 | $67,394 | 21.0% | $248,700 |
| Clinton | 7,658 | $79,516 | 9.2% | $375,600 |
| Whitinsville | 7,115 | $96,145 | 10.3% | $449,600 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury | 5,656 | $92,469 | $465,900 | 50.6% | 5.6% |
| North Westport | 5,289 | $87,582 | $411,300 | 17.0% | 4.3% |
| Bellingham | 5,325 | $96,763 | $431,200 | 35.3% | 1.8% |
| East Harwich | 5,654 | $111,508 | $638,900 | 47.5% | 1.7% |
| Foxborough | 6,251 | $86,871 | $538,500 | 51.3% | 13.0% |
Population Overview
Oxford is a small city located in Massachusetts, within Worcester County. The total population is 5,671. It ranks as the 112th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oxford is 41.7 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oxford is $89,623. This is 14% lower than the state median of $103,960. It is also 11% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $345,700. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 83.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 62.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Oxford has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.7% of all residents. Asian residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.1%) is well below the state average of 13.3%.
Education
31.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 47.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oxford, Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts. 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, Massachusetts?
Oxford, Massachusetts has a population of 5,671 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oxford, MA?
The median household income in Oxford is $89,623, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oxford, MA?
The poverty rate in Oxford is 11.4%. This means approximately 645 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oxford, Massachusetts?
Oxford's population is 88.7% White, 0.6% Black, 4.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oxford, MA?
The median home value in Oxford is $345,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Oxford, Massachusetts?
31.2% of adults (25+) in Oxford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.