River Oaks, Texas

River Oaks, Texas

River Oaks, Texas, in Tarrant county, is 5 miles NW of Fort Worth, Texas. Part of the surrounding Fort Worth - Arlington metro area, the city is not an isolated city. River Oaks is home to some 6,985 residents.

The People and Families of River Oaks

In River Oaks, about 55% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, River Oaks had a median family income of $36,396.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($25) among 2004 Presidential candidates in River Oaks. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Crime and Safety

While crime is a worry everywhere, the people of River Oaks can take comfort in the low amount of crime in the city.

River Oaks Housing

According to the 2000 census, 75% of the housing in River Oaks was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high.

Commuting

In River Oaks, 97% of commuters drive to work.

Comparative Profile of River Oaks, TX

Comparing River Oaks to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity
Senior Citizens
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

River Oaks Almanac

River Oaks Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

River Oaks Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by River Oaks residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, River Oaks, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

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