Cost of Living in Oxford, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
108.8
100 = national avg
+8.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,852
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,104
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.1
Food106.5
Transportation112.9
Healthcare105.2
Utilities105.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$961
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,141
per month
The overall cost of living index in Oxford is 108.8, which is 8.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,852 per year to cover basic expenses.