Oxford, AL Cost of Living


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Oxford cost of living score
78.9
Less expensive
21.1% lower
than the US average
6.2% lower
than the Alabama average
Oxford, Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.1% lower than the U.S. average and 6.2% higher than the average for Alabama.

Oxford, AL

Housing costs in Oxford?
A typical home costs $166,900, which is 50.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.0% less expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Oxford costs $890 per month, which is 37.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 5.6% cheaper than the state average of $940.

Can I afford Oxford?
To live comfortably in Oxford, Alabama, a minimum annual income of $32,040 for a family, and $27,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Oxford?
The cost of living in Oxford, AL is overall very affordable compared to other cities of similar size. The median home value is around $119,000 and the median household income is roughly $45,000. Groceries and healthcare costs are generally below the national average while utilities and transportation costs are slightly higher than the rest of the country. Overall, Oxford offers an enjoyable quality of life at a fraction of the cost compared to bigger cities making it an attractive option for those looking for a more economical lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesOxfordAlabamaUnited States
  78.984.1100.0
  9594.4100
  117.0118.9100.0
  46.356.6100.0
  $166,900$214,000$338,100
  102.6%101.2%100.0%
  80.985.9100.0
  73.071.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

Oxford is a very Christian city, predominantly Baptist. If you're not Christian it may be hard to fit in here. (People are nice and friendly towards me, and adult.  More

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