Red Oak
Red Oak is in northern Ellis County, twenty-miles south of Dallas and 30-minutes southeast of Fort Worth. Originally named “Possum Trot” because of so many in the area, Red Oak was renamed for the abundant oak trees along its banks. Residents and visitors can explore this outdoor space, as well as support locally owned businesses and restaurants.
Red Oak By the Numbers
| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Population | 16,446 |
| Households | 5,532 |
| Median Age | 35 |
| Median Household Income | 93,569 |
| 2023 | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| White Alone | 6,207 | 44.4% |
| Black Alone | 3,486 | 24.9% |
| American Indian Alone | 9 | 0.1% |
| Asian Alone | 258 | 1.8% |
| Some Other Race Alone | 52 | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 471 | 3.4% |
| Hispanic Origin (any race) | 3,505 | 25.1% |
| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| TOTAL | 9,001 |
| Less Than 9th Grade | 5.0% |
| 9th-12th Grade - No Diploma | 4.7% |
| High School Graduate | 26.0% |
| GED/ Alternative Credential | 6.3% |
| Some College - No Degree | 26.0% |
| Associate Degree | 11.1% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17.3% |
| Graduate/ Professional Degree | 0.3% |