Oxford Michigan Map

About Oxford, Michigan

Oxford is a locality in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,474. The population density is 1066.5 people per km². Oxford is located at 42.8248°N, 83.2647°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48371.

Oxford unfolds across a landscape of gentle, rolling terrain, where the earth breathes a quiet resilience. It lies 4.2 miles north-north-east of Orion Township, MI (from Orion Township, MI: bearing 13°T), and is situated 8.6 miles north-east of Independence. Broad, sun-drenched fields, softened by the haze of late summer, give way to stands of mature oak and maple, their leaves whispering secrets on the breeze. The surface of the land itself seems to possess a yielding grace, marked by the subtle dips and rises that hint at the underlying glacial history. Here, the sky often stretches wide and luminous, particularly as the day draws to a close, casting a warm, golden benediction over the scattered farmsteads and the more clustered homes of the village. The story of Oxford is one of enduring settlement and evolving livelihoods, deeply rooted in the rich agricultural soil that once dominated its economy. Its past is etched not in grand monuments, but in the quiet persistence of generations who worked the land, their efforts shaping the very character of the place. Today, while agriculture still holds a presence, the spirit of Oxford is also found in its burgeoning small businesses and the hum of its local commerce, a testament to a community that adapts and thrives. The Paint Creek, a slender ribbon of water, meanders through the area, a constant, gentle reminder of the natural forces that have shaped and continue to sustain Oxford.

About This Oxford Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Oxford, Michigan with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Oxford and Oakland County.

Detailed location data for Oxford includes the ZIP code (48371), telephone area code (313), county seat of Oakland County (Pontiac), and school district assignment (Oxford Area Community Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Oxford is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.