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Oakwood, TX

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Oakwood is a small town in Texas with a population of 510. Residents earn $65,714 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
510 Population 451/sq mi density
$65,714 Median Income $30,646 per capita
$102,000 Home Value $282,492 Zillow
$945 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,714 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,000 home value, $945/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,714
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,000
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $945
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

How Oakwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population510
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,714
Per Capita$30,646
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$2,738M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,000
Rent$945
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,492
Housing Units237
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking19.3%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries2

Is Oakwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakwood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. 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 $65,714, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakwood is $102,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $945 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Oakwood has a population of 510 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.3%), with 29.6% Black.

Population

510
Total Population
451
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakwood is $65,714, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Oakwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,714
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,646
Avg Weekly Wage$1,138
IRS Avg AGI$57,432

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,672
County GDP$2,738M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare106
Retail158
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,032
72% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakwood is $102,000, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $945 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,492.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,000
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,492

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$945
19% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.9%
Housing Units237
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,032
72% above US avg
Effective Rate5.91%
In Oakwood, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oakwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.5%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,655
Dentists1:2,151
Mental Health1:1,604
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits49.8%
Premature Death11,854/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access36.4%
Healthcare Facilities106
Oakwood has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density451/sq mi
Coordinates31.5848°N, 95.8499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.8-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 61.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density451/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants89
Retail Stores158

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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