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River Oaks, TX


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River Oaks, Texas

River Oaks, Texas, in Tarrant county, is 5 miles NW of Fort Worth, Texas. The city 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 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old86
Racial Diversity74
Senior Citizens67
Male Share of the Population65
Female Share of the Population56
Age of the Population46
Well-Paid Single Men36

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size64
Portion of People Married53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty47
People in Middle Class or Better35
Median Family Income25
College Educated Adults14

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times66
Walking and Biking to Work46
Public Transportation Use48
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes75
People Living Alone57
Affordability of Rents53
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35
Seasonal and Vacation Housing32
Housing Recently Built21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime77
Low Violent Crime78
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