White Oak, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

White Oak is a small city in Texas with a population of 6,208. Residents earn $95,193 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
6,208 Population 683/sq mi density
$95,193 Median Income $30,238 per capita
$219,200 Home Value $240,317 Zillow
$1,134 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
63 Violent Crime/100K 1,193 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$95,193 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,200 home value, $1,134/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,193
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $219,200
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 63/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,134
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,208
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density683/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,193
Per Capita$30,238
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$10,511M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,200
Rent$1,134
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$240,317

Crime

F
Violent63/100K
Property1,193/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault63/100K
Burglary188/100K

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation322 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is White Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Oak receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. White Oak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Oak is $95,193, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Oak is $219,200, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,134 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

White Oak 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 1,193 per 100,000, 39% below the national average.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

White Oak enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

White Oak has a population of 6,208 with a density of 683 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 6.8% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.

Population

6,208
Total Population
683
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

White Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Oak is $95,193, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: White Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,193
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,238
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$72,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,316
County GDP$10,511M

Business (County)

Restaurants380
Healthcare461
Retail653
Manufacturing170

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in White Oak is $219,200, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,134 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,317.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,200
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$240,317
Median List Price$343,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$343,500
$/Sq Ft$173
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops24.1%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,134
2% below 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-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In White Oak, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death12,456/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access86.0%
Healthcare Facilities461
White Oak has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,193 per 100,000 (39% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent62.8/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault62.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,192.7/100K
39% below US avg
Burglary188.3/100K
Theft878.8/100K
Vehicle Theft125.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
White Oak has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.5 km²)
Population Density683/sq mi
Coordinates32.5300°N, 94.8539°W
County FIPS48183
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density683/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities461
Restaurants380
Retail Stores653

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home4.9%

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