Red Oak, IA
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5,563
TOTAL POPULATION
2,587
MALE POPULATION
2,976
FEMALE POPULATION
86.93
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.04
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,651
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,913
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,984
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
53.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,584
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Red Oak Zip Codes
Red Oak Area Codes
Race in Red Oak
The most populous races in Red Oak are White / Caucasian (5,028 | 90.4%), Two or more Races (217 | 3.9%), and Native / Alaskan (172 | 3.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 25 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 42 | 0.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 25 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19 | 0.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 172 | 3.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,028 | 90.4% |
| Two or more Races | 217 | 3.9% |
| Some other Race | 54 | 1.0% |
| Total | 5,563 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Red Oak
The most populous ancestries reported in Red Oak are German (1,283 | 23.1%), English (783 | 14.1%), Irish (510 | 9.2%), Swedish (298 | 5.4%), and American (245 | 4.4%), together accounting for 56.1% of all Red Oak residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 245 | 4.4% |
| British | 60 | 1.1% |
| Cherokee | 6 | 0.1% |
| Cree | 2 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 45 | 0.8% |
| Danish | 52 | 0.9% |
| Dutch | 32 | 0.6% |
| English | 783 | 14.1% |
| European | 17 | 0.3% |
| French | 92 | 1.7% |
| French Canadian | 11 | 0.2% |
| German | 1,283 | 23.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 18 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 510 | 9.2% |
| Italian | 183 | 3.3% |
| Jamaican | 13 | 0.2% |
| Korean | 25 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 19 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 19 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 93 | 1.7% |
| Polish | 56 | 1.0% |
| Russian | 39 | 0.7% |
| Samoan | 25 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 85 | 1.5% |
| Scottish | 49 | 0.9% |
| Sioux | 160 | 2.9% |
| Swedish | 298 | 5.4% |
| Swiss | 19 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 24 | 0.4% | View All 30 Rows |
Immigrants in Red Oak
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Red Oak came from Asia (19 | 0.3%), Philippines (19 | 0.3%), and South Eastern Asia (19 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.0% of all Red Oak residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 19 | 0.3% |
| Philippines | 19 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 19 | 0.3% | View All 3 Rows |
Sex and Age in Red Oak
Sex and Age in Red Oak
The most populous age groups in Red Oak are 35 to 39 Years (224 | 8.7%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (282 | 9.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 165 (6.4%) | 144 (4.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 189 (7.3%) | 282 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 147 (5.7%) | 189 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 124 (4.8%) | 159 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 145 (5.6%) | 199 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 151 (5.8%) | 141 (4.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 173 (6.7%) | 168 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 224 (8.7%) | 241 (8.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 108 (4.2%) | 71 (2.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 198 (7.6%) | 163 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 145 (5.6%) | 166 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 151 (5.8%) | 237 (8.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 216 (8.4%) | 141 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 151 (5.8%) | 137 (4.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 90 (3.5%) | 131 (4.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 67 (2.6%) | 116 (3.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 56 (2.2%) | 103 (3.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 87 (3.4%) | 188 (6.3%) |
| Total | 2,587 (100.0%) | 2,976 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Red Oak
Median Family Size in Red Oak
The median family size in Red Oak is 2.68 persons per family, with married-couple families (917 | 58.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.85 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (241 | 15.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.34 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 917 (58.4%) | 2.85 |
| Single Male/Father | 241 (15.3%) | 2.34 |
| Single Female/Mother | 413 (26.3%) | 2.49 |
| Total Families | 1,571 (100.0%) | 2.68 |
Median Household Size in Red Oak
The median household size in Red Oak is 2.22 persons per household, with married-couple households (917 | 37.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.88 persons per household. non-family households (877 | 35.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 917 (37.5%) | 2.88 |
| Single Male/Father | 241 (9.8%) | 2.53 |
| Single Female/Mother | 413 (16.9%) | 2.80 |
| Non-family | 877 (35.8%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 2,448 (100.0%) | 2.22 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Red Oak
Out of a total of 2,448 households in Red Oak, 1,571 (64.2%) are family households, while 877 (35.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 757, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 723.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 723 (29.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 757 (30.9%) | 146 (6.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 348 (14.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 298 (12.2%) | 8 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 133 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 18 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 17 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,571 (64.2%) | 877 (35.8%) |
Female Fertility in Red Oak
Fertility by Age in Red Oak
Average fertility rate in Red Oak is 109.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 248.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 126 (100.0%) | 248.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 126 (100.0%) | 109.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Red Oak
15.1% of women with births (126) in Red Oak are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 84.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 84.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 19 (15.1%) | 107 (84.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (15.1%) | 107 (84.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Red Oak
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 39 (30.9%) | 139.0 |
| High School Diploma | 16 (12.7%) | 57.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 59 (46.8%) | 129.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (9.5%) | 286.0 |
| Total | 126 (100.0%) | 109.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Red Oak
84.9% of women with births in Red Oak are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 7 (43.8%) | 9 (56.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (15.1%) | 107 (84.9%) |
Income in Red Oak
Income Overview in Red Oak
Per Capita Income in Red Oak is $31,651, while median incomes of families and households are $59,913 and $50,984 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,563 | $31,651 |
| Median Family Income | 1,571 | $59,913 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,571 | $74,788 |
| Median Household Income | 2,448 | $50,984 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,448 | $71,998 |
| Income Deficit | 1,571 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,563 | 46.35% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,563 | 53.65¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,563 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Red Oak
Average Earnings in Red Oak are $30,822, $43,441 for men and $23,304 for women, a difference of 46.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,429 (51.5%) | $43,441 |
| Female | 1,344 (48.5%) | $23,304 |
| Total | 2,773 (100.0%) | $30,822 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Red Oak
The most common earnings brackets in Red Oak are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (228 | 16.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (152 | 11.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 92 (6.4%) | 108 (8.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 40 (2.8%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 11 (0.8%) | 56 (4.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 46 (3.2%) | 78 (5.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 35 (2.5%) | 92 (6.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 26 (1.8%) | 81 (6.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 13 (0.9%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 10 (0.7%) | 91 (6.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 30 (2.1%) | 140 (10.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 228 (16.0%) | 152 (11.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 34 (2.4%) | 59 (4.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 40 (2.8%) | 67 (5.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 165 (11.6%) | 70 (5.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 92 (6.4%) | 29 (2.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 43 (3.0%) | 72 (5.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 188 (13.2%) | 51 (3.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 92 (6.4%) | 80 (5.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 116 (8.1%) | 37 (2.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 128 (9.0%) | 36 (2.7%) |
| Total | 1,429 (100.0%) | 1,344 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Red Oak
Average earnings in Red Oak are $47,746 for men and $28,018 for women, a difference of 41.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,458, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,500. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,292, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,816.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,500 | $21,816 |
| High School Diploma | $55,709 | $33,250 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $47,745 | $22,138 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $71,458 | $42,292 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $47,746 | $28,018 |
Family Income in Red Oak
Family Income Brackets in Red Oak
According to the Red Oak family income data, there are 289 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.4% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 36 families (2.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 90 | 5.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 91 | 5.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 110 | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 93 | 5.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 289 | 18.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 258 | 16.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 212 | 13.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 276 | 17.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 116 | 7.4% |
| $200,000+ | 36 | 2.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Red Oak
5-person families (110 | 7.0%) account for the highest median family income in Red Oak with $100,259 per family, while 2-person families (822 | 52.3%) have the highest median income of $28,438 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 822 (52.3%) | $56,875 |
| 3-Person Families | 459 (29.2%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 145 (9.2%) | $81,576 |
| 5-Person Families | 110 (7.0%) | $100,259 |
| 6-Person Families | 30 (1.9%) | $79,000 |
| 7+ Person Families | 5 (0.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,571 (100.0%) | $59,913 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Red Oak
The median family income in Red Oak is $59,913, with families comprising 3+ earners (178) having the highest median family income of $137,533, while families with no earners (291) have the lowest median family income of $30,817, accounting for 11.3% and 18.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 291 (18.5%) | $30,817 |
| 1 Earner | 516 (32.9%) | $42,203 |
| 2 Earners | 586 (37.3%) | $82,000 |
| 3+ Earners | 178 (11.3%) | $137,533 |
| Total | 1,571 (100.0%) | $59,913 |
Household Income in Red Oak
Household Income Brackets in Red Oak
With 448 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Red Oak, accounting for 18.3% of all households. In contrast, only 66 households (2.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 115 | 4.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 225 | 9.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 294 | 12.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 215 | 8.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 326 | 13.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 448 | 18.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 296 | 12.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 338 | 13.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 125 | 5.1% |
| $200,000+ | 66 | 2.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Red Oak
The median household income in Red Oak is $50,984, with the highest median household income of $70,074 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 653 households (26.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,787, with 773 households (31.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 173 (7.1%) | $60,675 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 653 (26.7%) | $70,074 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 849 (34.7%) | $59,958 |
| 65+ Years | 773 (31.6%) | $35,787 |
| Total | 2,448 (100.0%) | $50,984 |
Poverty in Red Oak
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Red Oak
With 12.3% poverty level for males and 24.0% for females among the residents of Red Oak, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 63 males (38.2%) and 48 females (90.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 63 (38.2%) | 68 (47.2%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (12.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 14 (6.5%) | 5 (1.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 19 (21.6%) | 80 (51.3%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (90.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 12 (23.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2 (0.9%) | 83 (30.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 41 (12.7%) | 56 (18.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 84 (25.9%) | 144 (46.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2 (0.6%) | 67 (20.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 55 (15.4%) | 102 (27.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (5.1%) | 26 (9.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (3.8%) | 17 (4.8%) |
| Total | 311 (12.3%) | 701 (24.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Red Oak
According to the poverty statistics in Red Oak, males aged 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 102 (61.8%) | 76 (52.8%) |
| 5 Years | 34 (100.0%) | 34 (87.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 200 (93.5%) | 271 (98.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 69 (78.4%) | 76 (48.7%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (9.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 40 (76.9%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 215 (99.1%) | 187 (69.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 283 (87.4%) | 247 (81.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 241 (74.2%) | 168 (53.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 336 (99.4%) | 262 (79.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 303 (84.6%) | 276 (73.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 223 (94.9%) | 242 (90.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 177 (96.2%) | 338 (95.2%) |
| Total | 2,223 (87.7%) | 2,217 (76.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Red Oak
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Red Oak show that 2.0% or 18 of the total 917 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.7%, comprising of 18 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 651 (97.3%) | 18 (2.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 97 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 899 (98.0%) | 18 (2.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Red Oak
According to the poverty data in Red Oak, 2.9% or 7 single-father households and 56.9% or 235 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (11.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 225 households (68.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (13.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 225 (68.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 7 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7 (2.9%) | 235 (56.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Red Oak
The poverty data for Red Oak shows that 18 of the married-couple family households (2.0%) and 242 of the single-parent households (37.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (2.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 225 household (58.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 18 (2.7%) | 10 (5.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 225 (58.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (11.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18 (2.0%) | 242 (37.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Red Oak
Employment by Class of Employer in Red Oak
Among the 2,381 employed individuals in Red Oak, private company employees (1,774 | 74.5%), not-for-profit organizations (266 | 11.2%), and local government employees (200 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,774 | 74.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 27 | 1.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 66 | 2.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 266 | 11.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 200 | 8.4% |
| State Government Employees | 41 | 1.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 7 | 0.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,381 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Red Oak
According to the labor force statistics for Red Oak, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,394), 58.8% or 2,584 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.5% or 194 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 93.3% or 318 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.5% or 26 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 102 (44.3%) | 26 (25.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 298 (86.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 255 (87.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 318 (93.3%) | 46 (14.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 419 (65.1%) | 64 (15.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 578 (86.0%) | 57 (9.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 258 (66.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 216 (60.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 105 (20.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,584 (58.8%) | 194 (7.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Red Oak
According to labor force statistics for Red Oak, 75.9% of individuals (2,045) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,694) are in the labor force, with 8.2% or 168 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 93.5% or 329 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 25.2% or 61 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 242 (89.0%) | 69 (25.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 646 (66.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 827 (75.6%) | 140 (12.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 329 (93.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,045 (75.9%) | 221 (8.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Red Oak
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Red Oak are Community & Social Service (173 | 7.2%), Management (121 | 5.1%), Education Instruction & Library (108 | 4.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (103 | 4.3%), and Business & Financial (99 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Red Oak, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (74.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (72.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 54 (44.6%) | 67 (55.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 70 (70.7%) | 29 (29.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 57 (74.0%) | 20 (26.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 26 (72.2%) | 10 (27.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 26 (15.0%) | 147 (85.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 26 (24.1%) | 82 (75.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 42 (40.8%) | 61 (59.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 42 (63.6%) | 24 (36.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 249 (43.5%) | 324 (56.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,289 (53.9%) | 1,101 (46.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Red Oak are Food Preparation & Serving (122 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (118 | 4.9%), Security & Protection (56 | 2.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (47 | 2.0%), and Personal Care & Service (41 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Red Oak, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (70.2%), Firefighting & Prevention (54.2%), and Security & Protection (44.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (82.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 25 (44.6%) | 31 (55.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 13 (54.2%) | 11 (45.8%) |
| Law Enforcement | 12 (37.5%) | 20 (62.5%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 22 (18.0%) | 100 (82.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 33 (70.2%) | 14 (29.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 80 (20.8%) | 304 (79.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,289 (53.9%) | 1,101 (46.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Red Oak are Office & Administration (382 | 16.0%), and Sales & Related (224 | 9.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 59 (26.3%) | 165 (73.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 131 (34.3%) | 251 (65.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 190 (31.4%) | 416 (68.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,289 (53.9%) | 1,101 (46.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Red Oak are Construction & Extraction (171 | 7.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (38 | 1.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (6 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 171 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 26 (68.4%) | 12 (31.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 203 (94.4%) | 12 (5.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,289 (53.9%) | 1,101 (46.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Red Oak are Production (388 | 16.2%), Transportation (127 | 5.3%), and Material Moving (97 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 355 (91.5%) | 33 (8.5%) |
| Transportation | 118 (92.9%) | 9 (7.1%) |
| Material Moving | 94 (96.9%) | 3 (3.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 567 (92.6%) | 45 (7.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,289 (53.9%) | 1,101 (46.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Red Oak
Employment Industries in Red Oak
The major employment industries in Red Oak include Retail Trade (454 | 19.0%), Manufacturing (447 | 18.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (428 | 17.9%), Construction (171 | 7.1%), and Educational Services (138 | 5.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Red Oak
The Red Oak industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (89.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (87.6%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (81.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 96 (56.1%) | 75 (43.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 413 (92.4%) | 34 (7.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 90 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 192 (42.3%) | 262 (57.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 105 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 36 (78.3%) | 10 (21.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 6 (10.5%) | 51 (89.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 9 (45.0%) | 11 (55.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 30 (76.9%) | 9 (23.1%) |
| Educational Services | 49 (35.5%) | 89 (64.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 53 (12.4%) | 375 (87.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 5 (18.5%) | 22 (81.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 30 (23.3%) | 99 (76.7%) |
| Public Administration | 40 (53.3%) | 35 (46.7%) |
| Total | 1,289 (53.9%) | 1,101 (46.1%) |
Education in Red Oak
School Enrollment in Red Oak
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,163 students in Red Oak are elementary school (398 | 34.2%), middle school (259 | 22.3%), and high school (256 | 22.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 38 | 3.3% |
| Kindergarten | 102 | 8.8% |
| Elementary School | 398 | 34.2% |
| Middle School | 259 | 22.3% |
| High School | 256 | 22.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 90 | 7.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 20 | 1.7% |
| Total | 1,163 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Red Oak
Out of a total of 1,163 students who are enrolled in schools in Red Oak, 83 (7.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,080 (92.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (17.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 418 (88.7%) | 53 (11.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 310 (93.4%) | 22 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 126 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 99 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 39 (83.0%) | 8 (17.0%) |
| Total | 1,080 (92.9%) | 83 (7.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Red Oak
Education (162 | 27.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (81 | 13.7%), science & technology (78 | 13.2%), business (55 | 9.3%), and psychology (54 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 593 individuals in Red Oak who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 11 | 1.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 81 | 13.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 51 | 8.6% |
| Psychology | 54 | 9.1% |
| Social Sciences | 29 | 4.9% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 11 | 1.8% |
| Science & Technology | 78 | 13.2% |
| Business | 55 | 9.3% |
| Education | 162 | 27.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 28 | 4.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 8 | 1.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 25 | 4.2% |
| Total | 593 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Red Oak
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Red Oak
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Red Oak are males with 2 vehicles (519, accounting for 40.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (406, making up 47.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 19 (1.5%) | 10 (0.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 222 (17.2%) | 259 (23.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 519 (40.3%) | 406 (37.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 287 (22.3%) | 242 (22.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 215 (16.7%) | 154 (14.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 26 (2.0%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| Total | 1,288 (100.0%) | 1,089 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Red Oak
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Red Oak are 5 to 9 minutes (891 commuters, 40.0%), less than 5 minutes (406 commuters, 18.2%), and 60 to 89 minutes (291 commuters, 13.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 406 | 18.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 891 | 40.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 215 | 9.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 57 | 2.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 10 | 0.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 35 | 1.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 137 | 6.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 | 0.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 15 | 0.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 141 | 6.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 291 | 13.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 27 | 1.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Red Oak
The most common commute times in Red Oak are 5 to 9 minutes (482 commuters, 38.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (409 commuters, 41.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 152 (12.2%) | 254 (25.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 482 (38.8%) | 409 (41.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 96 (7.7%) | 119 (12.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 40 (3.2%) | 17 (1.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 10 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 6 (0.5%) | 29 (2.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 94 (7.6%) | 43 (4.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 9 (0.7%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 72 (5.8%) | 69 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 251 (20.2%) | 40 (4.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 27 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Red Oak
The most frequent times of departure to work in Red Oak are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (257, 20.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (195, 19.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 95 (7.6%) | 19 (1.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 144 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 55 (4.4%) | 47 (4.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 147 (11.8%) | 81 (8.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 161 (12.9%) | 78 (7.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 152 (12.2%) | 143 (14.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 257 (20.7%) | 195 (19.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 66 (5.3%) | 90 (9.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 2 (0.2%) | 60 (6.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 59 (4.7%) | 92 (9.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 22 (1.8%) | 18 (1.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 10 (0.8%) | 32 (3.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 74 (5.9%) | 123 (12.5%) |
| Total | 1,244 (100.0%) | 986 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Red Oak
Occupancy by Ownership in Red Oak
Of the total 2,448 dwellings in Red Oak, owner-occupied units account for 1,577 (64.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 871 (35.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,577 | 64.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 871 | 35.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,448 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Red Oak
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 723 | 29.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 903 | 36.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 348 | 14.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 474 | 19.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,448 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Red Oak
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 512 (70.8%) | 211 (29.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 633 (70.1%) | 270 (29.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 199 (57.2%) | 149 (42.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 233 (49.2%) | 241 (50.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,577 (64.4%) | 871 (35.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Red Oak
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 115 (56.4%) | 89 (43.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 587 (63.7%) | 334 (36.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 593 (62.1%) | 362 (37.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 282 (76.6%) | 86 (23.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Red Oak
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 504 | 20.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 322 | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 355 | 14.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 494 | 20.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 379 | 15.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 223 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 171 | 7.0% |
| Total | 2,448 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Red Oak
Median Income by Occupancy in Red Oak
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,577 (64.4%) | $63,137 |
| Renter-Occupied | 871 (35.6%) | $31,615 |
| Average | 2,448 (100.0%) | $50,984 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Red Oak
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 45 (2.9%) | 59 (6.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 7 (0.4%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 40 (2.5%) | 185 (21.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 85 (5.4%) | 34 (3.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 65 (4.1%) | 109 (12.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 156 (9.9%) | 60 (6.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 191 (12.1%) | 134 (15.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 338 (21.4%) | 111 (12.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 236 (15.0%) | 60 (6.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 275 (17.4%) | 62 (7.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 139 (8.8%) | 53 (6.1%) |
| Total | 1,577 (100.0%) | 871 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Red Oak
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 173 (11.0%) | 161 (18.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 473 (30.0%) | 72 (8.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 325 (20.6%) | 332 (38.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 245 (15.5%) | 219 (25.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 243 (15.4%) | 62 (7.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 70 (4.4%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 29 (1.8%) | 17 (1.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 14 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 5 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,577 (100.0%) | 871 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Red Oak
Housing Structures in Red Oak
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,978 | 80.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 55 | 2.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 72 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 188 | 7.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 118 | 4.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 28 | 1.1% |
| Total | 2,448 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Red Oak
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,545 (78.1%) | 433 (21.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 72 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 5 (4.2%) | 113 (95.8%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 18 (64.3%) | 10 (35.7%) |
| Total | 1,577 (64.4%) | 871 (35.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Red Oak
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 20 (1.3%) | 94 (10.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 500 (31.7%) | 456 (52.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 496 (31.5%) | 217 (24.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 561 (35.6%) | 104 (11.9%) |
| Total | 1,577 (100.0%) | 871 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Red Oak
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,266 (80.3%) | 362 (41.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 56 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 255 (16.2%) | 462 (53.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (5.4%) |
| Total | 1,577 (100.0%) | 871 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Red Oak
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 83 (5.3%) | 86 (9.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 529 (33.5%) | 499 (57.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 561 (35.6%) | 172 (19.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 404 (25.6%) | 114 (13.1%) |
| Total | 1,577 (100.0%) | 871 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Red Oak
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Red Oak
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 864 | 713 |
| Median Property Value | $95,300 | $89,400 |
| Median Household Income | $47,266 | $82 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $424 | $5 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,728 | $9 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Red Oak
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 171 (19.8%) | 42 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 312 (36.1%) | 395 (55.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 315 (36.5%) | 264 (37.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 49 (5.7%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 9 (1.0%) | 7 (1.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 8 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 864 (100.0%) | 713 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Red Oak
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 52 (6.0%) | 11 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 161 (18.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 121 (14.0%) | 29 (4.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 123 (14.2%) | 35 (4.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 197 (22.8%) | 68 (9.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 61 (7.1%) | 141 (19.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 92 (10.6%) | 175 (24.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 57 (6.6%) | 183 (25.7%) |
| Total | 864 (100.0%) | 713 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Red Oak
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 433 (50.1%) | 85,721 (12,022.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 173 (20.0%) | 591 (82.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 89 (10.3%) | 60 (8.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 169 (19.6%) | 36 (5.1%) |
| Total | 864 (100.0%) | 713 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Red Oak
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 123 (14.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 233 (27.0%) | 53 (7.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 479 (55.4%) | 117 (16.4%) |
| Total | 864 (100.0%) | 713 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Red Oak
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Red Oak
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 382 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 953 (99.0%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 408 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 555 (89.9%) | 62 (10.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 605 (95.0%) | 32 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 645 (96.7%) | 22 (3.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 726 (98.6%) | 10 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 503 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 539 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,316 (97.5%) | 136 (2.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Red Oak
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 382 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 953 (99.0%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 408 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Red Oak
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,132 (99.4%) | 7 (0.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,025 (94.1%) | 64 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 902 (97.7%) | 21 (2.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 884 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,352 (96.9%) | 44 (3.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Red Oak
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 266 (69.6%) | 154 (40.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 549 (57.0%) | 442 (45.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 121 (29.7%) | 314 (77.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 148 (24.0%) | 440 (71.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 382 (60.0%) | 223 (35.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 161 (24.1%) | 526 (78.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 274 (37.2%) | 507 (68.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 497 (98.8%) | 287 (57.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 539 (100.0%) | 370 (68.6%) |
| Total | 2,937 (53.9%) | 3,263 (59.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Red Oak
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 102 (26.3%) | 82 (14.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 61 (11.3%) | 61 (10.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 178 (17.4%) | 157 (15.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 118 (50.2%) | 65 (24.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (45.1%) | 155 (43.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Red Oak
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (4.6%) | 46 (8.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 80 (7.8%) | 26 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 62 (26.4%) | 19 (7.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (37.0%) | 27 (7.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 27 (7.0%) | 36 (6.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (1.1%) | 49 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 21 (2.1%) | 32 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (3.4%) | 24 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (6.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 102 (26.3%) | 82 (14.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 52 (9.6%) | 13 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 113 (11.1%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.4%) | 14 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.5%) | 59 (16.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (6.8%) | 119 (11.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (9.4%) | 38 (14.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (33.7%) | 102 (28.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 86 (22.2%) | 36 (6.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (3.5%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.5%) | 23 (6.5%) |
Technology Access in Red Oak
Computing Device Access in Red Oak
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,508 | 61.6% |
| Smartphone | 1,931 | 78.9% |
| Tablet | 1,207 | 49.3% |
| No Computing Device | 311 | 12.7% |
| Total | 2,448 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Red Oak
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 6 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 1,413 | 57.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 311 | 12.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 215 | 8.8% |
| No Internet | 585 | 23.9% |
| Total | 2,448 | 100.0% |
Red Oak Summary
Red Oak, Iowa is a small city located in Montgomery County in the southwestern part of the state. It is situated along the East Nishnabotna River, approximately 50 miles east of Omaha, Nebraska. The city has a population of 5,741 as of the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Montgomery County.
History
Red Oak was founded in 1853 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The city was named after the red oak trees that grew in the area. The first post office was established in 1854 and the city was incorporated in 1868.
In the late 19th century, Red Oak was a major stop on the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. The railroad brought many new settlers to the area and helped to spur the city’s growth.
Geography
Red Oak is located at 41°2′N 95°17′W (41.03, -95.28). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Red Oak’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large employers, including the Red Oak Manufacturing Company, which produces agricultural equipment, and the Red Oak Foods Company, which produces canned and frozen foods.
The city also has a thriving retail sector, with several stores and restaurants located in the downtown area.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 5,741 people, 2,310 households, and 1,541 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,368.2 people per square mile (529.2/km2). There were 2,521 housing units at an average density of 602.2 per square mile (232.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 2,310 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.00.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. Males had a median income of $32,917 versus $22,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,845. About 6.2% of families and 8.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Red Oak?
Total Population of Red Oak is 5,563.
What is the Total Male Population of Red Oak?
Total Male Population of Red Oak is 2,587.
What is the Total Female Population of Red Oak?
Total Female Population of Red Oak is 2,976.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Red Oak?
There are 86.93 Males per 100 Females in Red Oak.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Red Oak?
There are 115.04 Females per 100 Males in Red Oak.
What is the Median Population Age in Red Oak?
Median Population Age in Red Oak is 39.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Red Oak
Average Family Size in Red Oak is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Red Oak
Average Household Size in Red Oak is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Red Oak?
Per Capita income in Red Oak is $31,651.
What is the Median Family Income in Red Oak?
Median Family Income in Red Oak is $59,913.
What is the Median Household income in Red Oak?
Median Household Income in Red Oak is $50,984.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Red Oak?
Income or Wage Gap in Red Oak is 46.4%.
Women in Red Oak earn 53.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Red Oak?
Inequality or Gini Index in Red Oak is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Red Oak?
There are 2,584 People in the Labor Forcein in Red Oak.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Red Oak?
58.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Red Oak.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Red Oak?
Unemployment Rate in Red Oak is 7.5%.