How much does it cost to rent in Oxford, OH?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Oxford, OH is $1,455. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Oxford cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Oxford falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #72 out of 128 cities at $1,455/mo.

When was Oxford rent data last updated?

Oxford rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Oxford

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Pop. 21,753·72nd most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Oxford, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,455/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+6.4%

vs US Median

-$510

Rising (Monthly)

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Oxford · $1,455

More affordable than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

43% of income

STRETCHED

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,455/mo, rent takes about 43% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$58,000/yr

Local median income

$40,764/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Oxford's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$860

1 BR

$970

2 BR

$1,260

3 BR

$1,670

4 BR+

$1,850

Research median

$1,260/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$17,460/yr

At $1,455/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +6.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Oxford, OH is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 61% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

21,753

Median income

$40,764

Median age

21.1

Renters

65.7%

Age distribution

68.3%

Under 187.8%

18–3468.3%

35–549.1%

55–646.2%

65+8.7%

Gender

47.8%

52.2%

Male47.8%

Female52.2%

Race & ethnicity

78.6%

White78.6%

Black5.7%

Hispanic2.4%

Asian8%

Other5.3%

Education (25+)

19.9%

16.1%

61%

No HS diploma3%

HS diploma19.9%

Some college16.1%

Bachelor's+61%

Housing tenure

34.3%

65.7%

Owner34.3%

Renter65.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Oxford, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$41,749 → $40,764

down 2.4%

Population

22,783 → 21,753

down 4.5%

Renter share

63.7% → 65.7%

+2.0 pts

Bachelor's+

64.9% → 61%

-3.9 pts

Household income in the area moved from $41,749 to $40,764 across the same window, down 2.4% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 22,783 to 21,753 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.5% change. About 65.7% of households rent today, against 63.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 64.9% to 61%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Oxford on your salary?

At $1,455/mo, how Oxford rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 19.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 10.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Oxford rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Oxford. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Oxford, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Oxford is $1,455/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $860/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,260/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $970/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,670/mo.

At 43% of local median household income ($40,764/yr), Oxford ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Oxford an affordable city for renters?

Oxford is considered stretched for renters. At $1,455/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the local median household income ($40,764/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Oxford significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Oxford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,455/mo in Oxford. The local median household income is $40,764/yr, meaning the typical Oxford household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Oxford?

Rent in Oxford has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Oxford rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Oxford is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #72 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,455/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Oxford?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Oxford ($1,455/mo): Fairfield ($1,304/mo), Groesbeck ($1,333/mo).

What percentage of Oxford residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 65.7% of Oxford households are renters, while 34.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Oxford has a strong rental market.