Oxford County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Oxford County, Maine had a population of approximately 57,777 people. The racial composition was predominantly White at 94.7%, with small percentages of Black or African American (0.5%), Native American (0.7%), Asian (0.5%), and those identifying as two or more races (2.4%). Hispanic or Latino individuals represented about 1.5% of the population. The median age was around 47 years. Additionally, the county had about 24,000 households with an average household size of 2.37, and a median household income of $47,210.

As of the most recent data, Oxford County, ME has a median home value of approximately $185,000. The county's median monthly rent is around $750. Owner-occupied housing units constitute about 70% of the housing market, while rental units make up the remaining 30%. The vacancy rate for rental properties is roughly 6%, and for owner-occupied properties, it is around 1.5%. The median household income in the area is approximately $49,000, which influences housing affordability and demand.

As of 2022, Oxford County, Maine, participated in both federal and state elections. Key races included the gubernatorial and congressional elections. In the gubernatorial race, incumbent Janet Mills (D) faced former governor Paul LePage (R). Mills secured approximately 55% of the vote to LePage's 43%.

In the U.S. House of Representatives race for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District, incumbent Jared Golden (D) was challenged by Bruce Poliquin (R) and independent Tiffany Bond. Golden won with about 53% of the vote, Poliquin received roughly 45%, and Bond garnered about 2%.

Additionally, state legislative seats and local positions were contested. Turnout and specific numerical values can vary, and official results are typically reported by the Maine Secretary of State's office. For the most accurate and detailed information, refer to their official website or local electoral offices.

As of recent data, Oxford County, Maine, shows educational attainment levels that are generally lower than both state and national averages. Approximately 90.5% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or equivalent, compared to about 92.0% for Maine and 88.5% nationwide. However, only about 17.8% of residents in Oxford County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the Maine state average of 30.9% and the national average of 33.1%. This suggests that while secondary education completion rates are relatively comparable, the county lags significantly in higher education attainment. Efforts may be needed to bolster college graduation rates to meet or exceed broader benchmarks.

As of the latest available data, Oxford County, Maine, has a labor force participation rate of around 58%. Employment is concentrated in several key sectors. The top industries include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, manufacturing, and educational services. Specifically, healthcare and social assistance employ about 24% of the workforce, retail trade around 15%, manufacturing approximately 13%, and educational services roughly 8%.

Comparatively, Maine's state averages for these sectors are: healthcare and social assistance (20%), retail trade (14%), manufacturing (10%), and educational services (9%). National averages are slightly lower for healthcare and social assistance (16%), retail trade (11%), manufacturing (8%), and educational services (8%).

The unemployment rate in Oxford County is approximately 4.2%, which is slightly above Maine's state average of 3.6% and the national average of 3.8%. This indicates a somewhat more challenging employment environment in Oxford County compared to broader benchmarks.

As of recent data, the average household income in Oxford County, ME, stands at approximately $45,000 annually. Comparatively, the national average household income is about $68,700, while the state of Maine's average is approximately $56,000.

This data demonstrates that Oxford County lags behind both the state and national averages in terms of household income, suggesting potential economic challenges and a lower cost of living.

As of the most recent data, Oxford County, ME, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Here are the key statistics:

These values highlight the overall safety in Oxford County, with property crimes being more prevalent than violent crimes. Always refer to local law enforcement or updated datasets for the latest figures.