Median Income
$71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$203,700
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.9%
93% lower than US avg
How Oak City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population770
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density658/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$30,039
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$895M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$203,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Elevation5,095 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+99.8%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute22 min
Libraries1
Is Oak City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oak City receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Oak City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oak City is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oak City is $203,700, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Oak City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches, including 33.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Oak City has a population of 770 with a density of 658 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).
Population
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.4% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.6% |
| 51% below US avg |
The median household income in Oak City is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,452 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,039 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $899 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,295 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 401 |
| County GDP | $895M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,920 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.9% |
The median home value in Oak City is $203,700, 28% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $203,700 |
| 28% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,920 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.92% |
In Oak City, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oak City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,968/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Oak City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Oak City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.9 inches |
| 63% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,095 ft (1,553 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 658/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3747°N, 112.3383°W |
| County FIPS | 49023 |