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History, hospitality, and higher learning in harmony.

Oxford exudes a welcoming and creative atmosphere. The historic downtown Square is the heart of the community, where locals and visitors gather to enjoy eclectic shops, award-winning restaurants, and live music. The presence of Ole Miss adds a youthful energy and intellectual curiosity to the town.

Downtown Oxford
COMMUNITY GUIDE · OXFORD
Oxford, Lafayette County

City Snapshot

Population

25,416

County

Lafayette County

Timezone

America/Chicago

Median Income

$56,784

Quick Numbers

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Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi

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Community Leaders

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Robyn Tannehill

Mayor of Oxford

R
Roger Wicker

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

C
Cindy Hyde-Smith

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

Tate Reeves
Tate Reeves

Governor

Republican Party