Red Oak, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Ellis County County
Red Oak, TX
At a Glance
How Red Oak Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Red Oak's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Red Oak a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Red Oak residents earn a median household income of $104,125 , which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,156. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,919 business establishments, including 344 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Red Oak is $318,200 , 13% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $344,402. Median rent is $1,527/month, with 48.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2003.
Safety & Crime
Red Oak reports 187 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,606/100K.
Education
36.1% of adults in Red Oak hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above the national average). 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Red Oak has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.