Median Income
$61,191
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$255,400
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,269
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.5%
56% lower than US avg
How Oakwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,499
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density918/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,191
Per Capita$34,752
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$17,999M
Commute27 min
Housing
A
Home Value$255,400
Rent$1,269
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$318,316
Health
Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation1,183 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+76.5%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute27 min
EV Stations4
Libraries5
Is Oakwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oakwood receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Oakwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oakwood is $61,191, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oakwood is $255,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,269 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Oakwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Oakwood has a population of 5,499 with a density of 918 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 11.5% Black.
Population
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 66.7% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Spanish | 33.3% |
| 149% above US avg |
The median household income in Oakwood is $61,191, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,191 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,752 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,229 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,035 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,941 |
| County GDP | $17,999M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 377 |
| Healthcare | 571 |
| Retail | 671 |
| Manufacturing | 235 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,887 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
The median home value in Oakwood is $255,400, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,269 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $318,316.
Home Values
| Census Median | $255,400 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $318,316 |
| Median List Price | $344,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $344,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $169 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 17.7% |
| Inventory | 68 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,269 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,566 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,887 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Oakwood, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oakwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.1% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,170/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 571 |
Crime Rates: Oakwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
Safety Score
Oakwood has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.4 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,183 ft (361 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 918/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2221°N, 83.8849°W |
| County FIPS | 13139 |