Red Oak, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Red Oak, Texas is 15,909 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 198th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $104,125, the median home value is $318,200, and the median age is 35.8.
The population has grown 79.6% since 2010 (10,785 → 19,365).
15,909
Population
980
People / sq mi
$104,125
Median Income
$318,200
Median Home Value
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Red Oak covers 16.2 sq mi of land at 980 people per square mile.
About Red Oak, TX
What distinguishes Red Oak is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 980 people per square mile. Red Oak is a city in Texas with a population of 15,909.
The typical household earns $104,125 a year, above the US median of $78,538. About 6.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $318,200, with typical rent around $1,527.
36.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. About 14.7% of the workforce is home-based, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
Red Oak city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Red Oak city had a population of 10,785 in 2010 and 19,365 in 2024, a 79.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,365 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.32%.
19,365
Population (2024)
10,785
Population (2010)
19,365
Peak (2024)
4.32%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,785 |
| 2011 | 10,935 |
| 2012 | 11,018 |
| 2013 | 11,181 |
| 2014 | 11,491 |
| 2015 | 11,920 |
| 2016 | 12,451 |
| 2017 | 12,737 |
| 2018 | 13,025 |
| 2019 | 13,464 |
| 2020 | 14,402 |
| 2021 | 15,375 |
| 2022 | 17,386 |
| 2023 | 18,647 |
| 2024 | 19,365 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 41.7% |
| Black or African American | 36.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$104,125
Median Household Income
$38,156
Per Capita Income
6.4%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$318,200
Median Home Value
$1,527
Median Rent
81.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.5%
High School+
36.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
73.1%
Public Transit
14.7%
Work From Home
33.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.2%
Foreign Born
83.5%
Non-English at Home
7.8%
Veterans
7.2%
With Disability
91.8%
Health Insurance
99.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.5% |
| Retail Trade | 9.6% |
| Construction | 9.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.2% |
| Manufacturing | 6.2% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.3% |
| Public Administration | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Red Oak, Texas has a population of 15,909 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 198th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Red Oak, Texas is $104,125, with 6.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Red Oak, Texas is $318,200, with median monthly rent at $1,527 and a homeownership rate of 81.9%.
The median age in Red Oak, Texas is 35.8 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
The population has grown 79.6% since 2010 (10,785 → 19,365).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.