Oxford township, Kansas
Oxford township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Oxford township is a geographic entity located in Sumner County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,241. The land area covers 38.08 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,241 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.1 yrs | ±8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 488 | ±83 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 535 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 488 | ±83 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 47 | ±27 |
| Median Home Value | $123,400 | ±$13,099 |
| Median Gross Rent | $660 | ±$110 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,750 | ±$11,204 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,140 | ±$4,707 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 73 | ±39 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 519 | ±83 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.1% | ±2.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF OXFORD
GUS Population: 1,244 (2024)
ID: 165675
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TREASURE
1426 E 20TH AVE N, OXFORD KS 67119-8022
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GUS Population: 22,336 (2024)
ID: 164662
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SUMNER CO CLERK
501 N WASHINGTON AVE, WELLINGTON KS 67152-4064
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Oxford | PK-06 | Oxford, KS | |
| Regular School Oxford | 07-12 | Oxford, KS | |
| Regular School Oxford | 01-12 | Oxford, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arkansas City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Arkansas City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Arkansas City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Belle Plaine, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Belle Plaine, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Belle Plaine, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arkansas City, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Southwestern College
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College | 12.1 mi away | 100 College Street, Winfield, KS, 67156-2499 |
6202296000
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OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 115 SOUTH SUMNER, OXFORD, KS, 67119 |
(620) 455-2221
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Cowley County Community College
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College | 16.4 mi away | 125 S 2nd St, Arkansas City, KS, 67005 |
6204420430
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UDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 105 S. MAIN STREET, UDALL, KS, 67146 |
(620) 782-3435
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BELLE PLAINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 222 W. 5TH, BELLE PLAINE, KS, 67013 |
(620) 488-3431
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WELLINGTON PUBLIC
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 121 WEST 7TH, WELLINGTON, KS, 67152 |
(620) 326-2011
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WINFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 605 COLLEGE, WINFIELD, KS, 67156 |
(620) 221-4470
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MULVANE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 408 N. 2ND AVE., MULVANE, KS, 67110 |
(316) 777-1211
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ARKANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 120 E. 5TH AVENUE, ARKANSAS CITY, KS, 67005 |
(620) 442-1280
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SOUTH HAVEN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 104 W. BAIRD, SOUTH HAVEN, KS, 67140 |
(620) 892-5268
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WINFIELD STROTHER FLD AP, KS US, located 11.0 miles from Oxford township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.6° | 23.7° | 34.6° | 0.69" | — |
| February | 50.7° | 27.3° | 39.0° | 1.29" | — |
| March | 60.4° | 36.4° | 48.4° | 2.42" | — |
| April | 69.3° | 45.3° | 57.3° | 3.46" | — |
| May | 77.9° | 56.0° | 66.9° | 4.68" | — |
| June | 87.4° | 65.8° | 76.6° | 5.28" | — |
| July | 91.9° | 70.5° | 81.2° | 3.93" | — |
| August | 91.1° | 68.7° | 79.9° | 4.06" | — |
| September | 83.2° | 60.2° | 71.7° | 2.78" | — |
| October | 71.3° | 47.7° | 59.5° | 3.27" | — |
| November | 58.6° | 35.6° | 47.1° | 1.70" | — |
| December | 46.7° | 26.5° | 36.6° | 1.32" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Udall city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
| Belle Plaine city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Geuda Springs city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Wellington city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
| Winfield city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2019153875. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.