Oxford County, Maine is a rural area located in western Maine. It is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities, as well as its small-town charm. Despite its rural location, Oxford County has various transportation options available to its residents. Public transportation includes both bus and taxi services, with many routes running on a regular schedule throughout the county. There are also two airports located in the county; Norway-Oxford Airport and Rangeley Airport offer regional flights and aviation services for locals and visitors alike. For those who prefer to drive their own vehicles, there are excellent roads connecting the towns of Oxford County to larger cities such as Portland or Bangor. With all these options available, traveling around Oxford County can be done easily and conveniently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Oxford County takes 28.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Oxford County get to work:
- 81.4% drive their own car alone
- 10.0% carpool with others
- 5.0% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit