Oxford Mississippi Map

About Oxford, Mississippi

Oxford is a locality in Lafayette County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of 26,411. The population density is 378.4 people per km². Oxford is located at 34.3665°N, 89.5192°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 38677.

Oxford unfolds across a gentle, rolling terrain, where the rich, red earth breathes a quiet resilience under a wide, often luminous sky. It lies 44.7 miles south-south-east of Olive Branch, MS (from Olive Branch, MS: bearing 157°T), and is situated 0.4 miles east of University. Magnolia trees, their waxy leaves catching the sun, stand sentinel along tree-lined avenues, their blossoms releasing a heady perfume after a soft spring rain. The air, particularly as the day softens towards evening, carries a subtle sweetness, a blend of blooming honeysuckle and the faint, earthy scent of the surrounding fields. Oak trees, ancient and broad, offer their deep shade, their branches a complex network against the shifting blues and grays of the afternoon sky. This is a place where history whispers from the brickwork of its venerable buildings and hums in the vibrant, ongoing life of its university. For generations, Oxford has been a nexus of intellect and culture, its reputation as a literary heartland drawing scholars and artists alike. The local economy, once deeply rooted in agriculture, now thrives on a dynamic mix of education, tourism, and a burgeoning creative scene. The Oxford Square, the town's historic core, pulsates with the energy of independent bookstores, lively cafes, and the enduring traditions of Southern hospitality, a constant reminder of the enduring spirit that defines Oxford.

About This Oxford Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Oxford, Mississippi — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.366495, -89.519248. 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 Lafayette County.

Detailed location data for Oxford includes the ZIP code (38655), telephone area code (228, 601, 769), county seat of Lafayette County (Oxford), and school district assignment (Oxford School District). 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.