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Bay St. Louis, MS vs Oxford, MS

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Are people in Oxford older or younger than people in Bay St. Louis?
- The Median Age in Oxford is 20.6 years younger than in Bay St. Louis.

Are housing costs cheaper in Oxford or Bay St. Louis?
- Oxford housing costs are 33.9% more expensive than Bay St. Louis housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Oxford or Bay St. Louis?
- The average commute for residents of Oxford is 10.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Bay St. Louis.

Things to do in Bay St. Louis?
Bay St. Louis, MS is an attractive small town south of Pearl River home to numerous wonderful sights including Depot District exhibiting tranquil grounds and gardens or War Memorial Park hosting fun activities like bike riding; they organize vibrant events like Cruisin' the Coast each October.

Things to do in Oxford?
Oxford, MS - Oxford is a city in Lafayette County, Mississippi United States. It is the home of the University of Mississippi and is known for its vibrant culture, diverse economy and historic architecture. The city has warm summers, mild winters and abundant recreational activities.

 Bay St. Louis, MSOxford, MSUnited States
 Population  Unlock25,859329,725,481
 Median Income$59,569  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock27.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$219,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.12  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Oxford    5 Reviews

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Over 4 years ago

While I know this isn’t a review, I am looking for some local insight! I am recent college graduate and looking for a fresh start to my career. I have lived in Chicago  More

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Over 17 years ago

We relocated to Oxford, MS from the Memphis, TN area. There are so many great things to say about Oxford but the low crime rate is at the top of the list! Coming from  More

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Over 18 years ago

It's not to say there is zero crime - but it's unlikely that could be said about any community. You might say it's definitely a secondary consideration in  More

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