Special Interest
Housing in Oxford County
The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Oxford County averages $836/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Maine median of $1,139 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 32% of household income on rent, equal to the national average of 32%.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Oxford County was 3.5% in 2024, compared to Maine at 3.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.
