Median Income
$45,417
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.0%
37% higher than US avg
How Oaks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population286
Median Age23.3 yrs
Density333/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 20%
Economy
B
Median Income$45,417
Per Capita$11,542
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease9.0%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation997 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute31 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries3
Is Oaks a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oaks receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oaks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oaks is $45,417, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oaks is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Oaks enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Oaks has a population of 286 with a density of 333 people per square mile. The median age is 23.3 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (64%), with 19.6% White, 4.5% Black.
Population
23.3yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.8% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
The median household income in Oaks is $45,417, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,417 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $11,542 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $818 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,487 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.0% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 942 |
| County GDP | $1,335M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 87 |
| Healthcare | 83 |
| Retail | 149 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Oaks is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $75,000 |
| 73% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $625 |
| 46% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.06% |
In Oaks, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 40.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oaks vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.6% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.8% |
| Heart Disease | 9.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.6% |
| Asthma | 14.5% |
| COPD | 11.1% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.4% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 24.0% |
| Physical Distress | 20.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 13,171/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
Crime Rates: Oaks vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Oaks has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 333/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1698°N, 94.8529°W |
| County FIPS | 40041 |