Oxford Town, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
4,286 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,730 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$185,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$709 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oxford County
2
Maine
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Oxford County
4
Maine
3
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 22 15
Feb 2 19 19
Mar 4 17 28
Apr 4 7 40
May 4 1 51
Jun 4 0 60
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 64
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 2 44
Nov 4 7 34
Dec 4 20 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Oxford Elementary School
1 miles, W · 1.9star
Hebron Academy
5 miles, NE · 5star
Elm Street School-Mechanic Falls
5 miles, SE · 1.4star

Colleges

Central Maine Community College
12 miles, SE · 1.9star
Purdue University Global-Lewiston
13 miles, SE · 1.4star

Hospitals

Stephens Memorial Hospital
5 miles, N · 4.1star
Central Maine Medical Center
13 miles, SE · 2.3star
Bridgton Hospital
14 miles, W · 4.1star
St Mary's Regional Medical Center
14 miles, SE · 3.2star

Airports

Portland International Jetport
36 miles, S · 1.9star
Bangor International Airport
93 miles, E · 1.4star
Manchester Airport
97 miles, SW · 1.4star