Median Income
$140,583
87% higher than US avg
Home Value
$523,500
86% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
50.6%
50% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.3%
90% lower than US avg
How Oak Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population7,660
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density457/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
A+
Median Income$140,583
Per Capita$67,804
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$46,945M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$523,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$585,585
Health
Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.3%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation928 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+50.6%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute23 min
Libraries11
Is Oak Ridge a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oak Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Oak Ridge 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 Ridge is $140,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 87% above $75,149. This places Oak Ridge among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oak Ridge is $523,500, making it a premium housing market at 86% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Oak Ridge is a highly educated community — 50.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Oak Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Oak Ridge has a population of 7,660 with a density of 457 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 3.6% Black.
Population
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Oak Ridge vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Oak Ridge vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Oak Ridge is $140,583, which is 87% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Oak Ridge vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $140,583 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $67,804 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,184 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,192 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 17,452 |
| County GDP | $46,945M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,318 |
| Healthcare | 1,448 |
| Retail | 1,879 |
| Manufacturing | 544 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,308 |
| 52% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 28.5% |
The median home value in Oak Ridge is $523,500, 86% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $585,585.
Home Values
| Census Median | $523,500 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $585,585 |
| Median List Price | $829,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $829,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $208 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 10.3% |
| Inventory | 29 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,308 |
| 52% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.01% |
In Oak Ridge, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 15.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oak Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.7% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.0% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.4% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.7% |
| Physical Distress | 9.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,267/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,448 |
Crime Rates: Oak Ridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 62 |
Safety Score
Oak Ridge has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.0 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 928 ft (283 m) |
| Area | 16.8 sq mi (43.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 457/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1741°N, 79.9922°W |
| County FIPS | 37081 |