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Oxford, Kansas
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Old Oxford Mill (2012)
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Location within Sumner County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Sumner |
| Founded | 1871 |
| Incorporated | 1879 |
| Named for | Oxford University |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.91 sq mi (2.35 km2) |
| • Land | 0.91 sq mi (2.35 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,188 ft (362 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,048 |
| • Density | 1,152/sq mi (446.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67119
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-53850 |
| GNIS ID | 2396118 |
Oxford is a small city located in Sumner County, Kansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,048 people lived there.
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History of Oxford
Oxford was started in 1871. It was built on the spot of an old trading post. The city officially became a city on October 17, 1879.
It was named after Oxford University in England. The first leaders of the city included Ben Smith, who was the mayor. Joseph Sleigh was the police judge, and George Walton was the city clerk.
Before it was called Oxford, the area was known as Napawalla. There was a post office there, and Lafe Binkley was the postmaster. When Oxford was founded, a new post office opened with T.E. Clark as the new postmaster.
Geography and Climate
Oxford covers about 0.83 square miles (2.15 square kilometers) of land. It is located about 30 miles south of Wichita.
What is Oxford's Climate Like?
Oxford has a climate with hot, humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
People Living in Oxford
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 403 | — | |
| 1890 | 665 | 65.0% | |
| 1900 | 567 | −14.7% | |
| 1910 | 624 | 10.1% | |
| 1920 | 748 | 19.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,129 | 50.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,020 | −9.7% | |
| 1950 | 798 | −21.8% | |
| 1960 | 989 | 23.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,113 | 12.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,125 | 1.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,143 | 1.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,173 | 2.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,049 | −10.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,048 | −0.1% | |
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Oxford's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 1,048 people living in Oxford. There were 444 households and 269 families. The city had about 1,157 people per square mile.
Most people in Oxford were White (88.93%). Other groups included Black (0.86%), Native American (0.19%), and Asian (0.29%). About 6.58% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 26.4% of households had children under 18. Many households (47.7%) were married couples. About 36.0% of households were people living alone. The average household had 2.4 people.
The median age in Oxford was 46.9 years old. About 22.4% of the people were under 18. About 24.3% were 65 or older.
Oxford's Population in 2010
In 2010, Oxford had 1,049 people. There were 434 households and 292 families. The population density was about 1,264 people per square mile.
The racial makeup was mostly White (94.9%). Other groups included African American (1.0%), Native American (1.1%), and Asian (0.4%). About 2.2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 27.4% of households had children under 18. Most households (56.2%) were married couples. About 30.0% of households were people living alone.
The median age was 44.7 years. About 21.9% of residents were under 18. About 19.5% were 65 or older.
Places to Visit
- The Old Oxford Mill is a historic building near Oxford. It was built in 1875.
Education in Oxford
The public schools in Oxford are part of the Oxford USD 358 school district.
- Oxford Jr/Sr High School is located at 515 N Water St.
Oxford High School has had many successful sports teams. They have won championships in football, baseball, and basketball. The school's academic Scholar's Bowl teams have also done well. They placed 2nd in the state in 2008 and 4th in 2014.
Famous People from Oxford
- Keitha Adams (born 1967) is a well-known basketball coach. She coaches the UTEP Miners women's basketball team.
- Vingie Roe (1879–1958) was an American writer and screenwriter.
See also
In Spanish: Oxford (Kansas) para niños
