Median Income
$53,214
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$241,100
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.4%
32% lower than US avg
How Lone Oak Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,463
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B+
Median Income$53,214
Per Capita$22,218
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$37,279M
Commute33 min
Housing
A
Home Value$241,100
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.7 in/yr
Elevation1,969 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+75.5%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute33 min
Libraries8
Is Lone Oak a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lone Oak receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lone Oak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lone Oak is $53,214, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lone Oak is $241,100, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Lone Oak enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Lone Oak has a population of 1,463 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%).
Population
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Lone Oak is $53,214, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,214 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,218 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,269 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,573 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 13,611 |
| County GDP | $37,279M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 952 |
| Healthcare | 1,188 |
| Retail | 1,397 |
| Manufacturing | 395 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,302 |
| 51% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.20% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.6 min |
| Work from Home | 14.5% |
The median home value in Lone Oak is $241,100, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $241,100 |
| 14% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $820 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,302 |
| 51% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.20% |
In Lone Oak, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lone Oak vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.9% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.4% |
| Depression | 33.9% |
| Mental Distress | 23.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,011/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,188 |
Crime Rates: Lone Oak vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Lone Oak has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 63.7 inches |
| 68% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,969 ft (600 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 226/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2008°N, 85.3685°W |
| County FIPS | 47065 |