Oak Ridge North, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Oak Ridge North is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,019. Residents earn $117,188 per year, which is 56% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,019 Population 2,026/sq mi density
$117,188 Median Income $63,306 per capita
$282,100 Home Value $335,718 Zillow
$2,267 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
63 Violent Crime/100K 2,243 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$117,188 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$282,100 home value, $2,267/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $117,188
56% higher than US avg
Home Value $282,100
0% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 63/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.3%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,267
95% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

How Oak Ridge North Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,019
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density2,026/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$117,188
Per Capita$63,306
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$50,079M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$282,100
Rent$2,267
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$335,718

Crime

F
Violent63/100K
Property2,243/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary316/100K

Health

Obesity29.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation129 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.3%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Libraries7

Is Oak Ridge North a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak Ridge North receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Oak Ridge North offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak Ridge North is $117,188, which is significantly higher than the national average — 56% above $75,149. This places Oak Ridge North among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak Ridge North is $282,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,267 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Oak Ridge North is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,243 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Ridge North enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Oak Ridge North has a population of 3,019 with a density of 2,026 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.1%), with 8.1% Black.

Population

3,019
Total Population
2,026
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Ridge North vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Ridge North vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Ridge North is $117,188, which is 56% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Oak Ridge North vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$117,188
56% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,306
Avg Weekly Wage$1,351
IRS Avg AGI$115,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,222
County GDP$50,079M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,207
Healthcare1,667
Retail1,677
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak Ridge North is $282,100, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,267 (95% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,718.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$282,100
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$335,718
Median List Price$359,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$359,000
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,267
95% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Oak Ridge North, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oak Ridge North vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death6,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Oak Ridge North has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,243 per 100,000 (14% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Oak Ridge North vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent63.2/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape31.6/100K
Robbery31.6/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,242.6/100K
14% above US avg
Burglary315.9/100K
Theft1,705.6/100K
Vehicle Theft221.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oak Ridge North has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation129 ft (39 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density2,026/sq mi
Coordinates30.1570°N, 95.4421°W
County FIPS48339
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.3%
28% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,026/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Restaurants1,207
Retail Stores1,677

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home17.8%

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