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Oxford, MI

Oxford is a village in Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 3,436 at the 2010 census. The village is located within Oxford Township. Located about 30 miles (48 km) north of Detroit, it is a northern suburb of the Metro Detroit region. 

During the early 19th century the northeast Oakland County area was largely avoided by the early settlers because it was believed to be nothing but impenetrable swamp land. The area was, at that time, nicknamed "The Barren Plains of Oxford." It was called this primarily because of a report made in 1812 by the U.S. Surveyor General that described the area as a poor, barren, sandy land, on which scarcely any vegetation could grow except some very small scrubby oaks. It was concluded in the surveyors' report that there was one acre out of one hundred that appeared to be eligible for cultivation. Any hope for crop production was thought to be preposterous. At this point, the area was deemed worthless, and discouragement of any hope for development by forthcoming settlers was inevitable.

The purchase of public land in what is now called Oxford was in 1823 by a man named Elbridge G. Deming. Soon after, the first person to settle in Oxford was a wolf trapper named Avery Brown. He made use of the land and gave some credibility to its value. It wasn't long after that the first area post office was officially established in what was then known as Demingsburgh on May 2, 1834. Five years later, the name was officially changed to Oxford on January 15, 1839. Elbridge D. Deming was the first postmaster for Oxford, as the post office was located in his log home near the intersection of M-24 and Metamora Road.

On November 30, 2021, a mass shooting occurred at Oxford High School. Four people were killed, and seven others were injured, including an injured teacher. School attendance was very low that day, as rumors had spread earlier that week of a shooting being about to occur. Most of the students escaped into a nearby Meijer. The suspect, a 15-year-old sophomore student, reportedly fired between 15 and 20 bullets in a chemistry room and did not resist arrest.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.46 square miles (3.78 km2), of which 1.26 square miles (3.26 km2) is land and 0.20 square miles (0.52 km2) (1.37%) is water. 

Oxford places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Snap Fitness provides 24/7 access to modern exercise equipment and personalized training programs. The Giving Tree Collective offers a range of yoga classes suitable for all levels, focusing on mindfulness and stress reduction. Oxford Community Center hosts fitness classes, recreational sports leagues, and wellness workshops for residents of all ages. Orion Oaks Dog Park provides outdoor recreational activities for both dogs and their owners, promoting physical activity and socialization. Oxford Parks and Recreation Department organizes community fitness events, including group hikes, yoga in the park, and boot camps. McLaren Oakland offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Orangetheory Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. 

The top sites in Oxford, MI are Northeast Oakland Historical Museum, Seymour Lake Township Park, Boulder Pointe Golf Club

Population: 3,460 (2022). ZIP Code: 48371. Area codes: 248, 810. Elevation: 1,037 ft (316 m). Area: 35.2 sq mi (91.2 km2).
 

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What are the demographics of Oxford, MI?

Oxford is a city located in Lapeer County and Oakland County Michigan. Oxford has a 2024 population of 3,436. Oxford is currently declining at a rate of -0.38% annually and its population has decreased by -1.43% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 3,486 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Oxford was White: 91.6%, Black or African American: 4.04%, Two or more races: 3.24%, Asian: 1.06%, Other race: 0.06%, Native American: 0%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

What is the history of Oxford, MI?

Oxford Township was not officially created until after Michigan became a state in 1837. It was originally part of Oakland Township, as were Addison Township and Orion Township; Oxford Township has split away and separately organized in 1837. The 1830s saw an influx of settlers to the area, originally known as Demingsburgh, Demings Corners, and Oxford Corners before becoming known as Oxford in 1836. The family names of many early settlers to the area are evident today in the names of streets and buildings, such as Powell, Hovey, Burdick, and Axford.

Is Oxford, MI a town or a city?

Oxford is a village in Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 3,436 at the 2010 census. The village is located within Oxford Township. Located about 30 miles (48 km) north of Detroit, it is a northern suburb of the Metro Detroit region. 

Sources

Wikipedia

Oxford Charter Township

World Population Review

Northeast Oakland Historical Museum

Seymour Lake Township Park

Boulder Pointe Golf Club

Snap Fitness 

The Giving Tree Collective

Oxford Community Center

Orion Oaks Dog Park

Oxford Parks and Recreation Department

McLaren Oakland

Orangetheory Fitness

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