Oxford Population 2026
Oxford has a population of 22,314, making it the #2134 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 395× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,314
Rank in United States
#2134
Coordinates
34.37°N, 89.52°W
~154 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,221 km
758 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Olive Branch | 36,010 | #1261 |
Cities near Oxford
- Hernando15,503 people · ~67 km away
- Olive Branch36,010 people · ~72 km away
- Tupelo35,680 people · ~76 km away
- Collierville48,863 people · ~76 km away
- Horn Lake26,915 people · ~81 km away
- Southaven52,589 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Oxford?
Oxford has a population of 22,314 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2134 biggest city in United States.
What state is Oxford in?
Oxford is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Oxford the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,221 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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