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New Oxford, PA


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New Oxford, Pennsylvania

New Oxford, Pennsylvania, in Adams county, is 36 miles NE of Frederick, Maryland (center to center) and 45 miles NW of Baltimore, Maryland. The town is home to some 1,696 residents.

The People and Families of New Oxford

In New Oxford, about 51% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, New Oxford had a median family income of $43,036.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in New Oxford. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

New Oxford Housing

According to the 2000 census, 54% of the housing in New Oxford was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in New Oxford, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In New Oxford, 85% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the town it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

High Points

New Oxford strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 13%New Oxford Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%New Oxford Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of New Oxford, PA

Comparing New Oxford to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population810
Racial Diversity89
Well-Paid Single Men65
Children Under 5 Years Old68
Senior Citizens42
Age of the Population32
Female Share of the Population32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size68
Portion of People Married35

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty77
People in Middle Class or Better76
Median Family Income66
College Educated Adults54

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use97
Walking and Biking to Work98
Short Commute Times88
Working at Home57

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals97
People Living Alone43
Affordability of Rents45
Affordability of Property Taxes35
Seasonal and Vacation Housing35
Housing Recently Built26
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