Cost of Living in Oxford, NY

With a cost of living index of 73, Oxford, NY is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and 39% below the New York state average of 111. Oxford is a small community of 1,426 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Oxford's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $900 (32% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $112,200 (63% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Oxford is $56,417, which is 25% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Oxford. The area sees an average annual temperature of 46.3°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 25°F. Annual rainfall totals 42 inches spread over roughly 164 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.