Oxford is one of the South’s most dynamic and desirable communities, blending small-town charm with the energy of a thriving college town. Best known as the home of the University of Mississippi, Oxford offers a unique mix of culture, education, business growth, and Southern hospitality that attracts residents, students, retirees, investors, and second-home owners from across the country.
At the heart of the city is The Square, a vibrant downtown district filled with locally owned restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, live music venues, and historic landmarks. The city’s rich literary heritage, strong sense of community, and year-round calendar of festivals and events have earned Oxford national recognition as one of America’s best college towns.
Beyond its cultural appeal, Oxford continues to experience significant growth, with new residential communities, commercial developments, and infrastructure investments supporting a strong local economy. Residents enjoy excellent schools, quality healthcare, outdoor recreation opportunities, and convenient access to major regional markets while maintaining the character and charm that make Oxford unique.
Whether you’re looking for a primary residence, a game day retreat, an investment property, or a place to launch a business, Oxford offers an exceptional quality of life and a real estate market that continues to attract interest from across the Southeast and beyond.
Oxford combines the energy of a university town with the warmth of a close-knit community, creating a lifestyle that is difficult to find anywhere else in the South.
45,377 people live in Oxford, Mississippi, where the median age is 32.7 and the average individual income is $39,511. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Oxford, Mississippi, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Shadrachs Coffee, The Daiquiri Barn, and The Oxford Creamery.
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| Dining | 4.71 miles | 19 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.51 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.27 miles | 48 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 4.05 miles | 20 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.81 miles | 19 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.77 miles | 85 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$$$ | 4.66 miles | 110 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 3.14 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 3.19 miles | 10 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 3.17 miles | 58 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 3.13 miles | 19 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.58 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.68 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.69 miles | 6 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.17 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 3.09 miles | 9 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.07 miles | 10 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
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Oxford, Mississippi has 16,301 households, with an average household size of 2.74. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Oxford, Mississippi do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 45,377 people call Oxford, Mississippi home. The population density is 125 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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