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River Oaks, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, River Oaks, Texas had a total population of 7,584, the 326th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $63,500, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

River Oaks Quick Facts

Population 7,584
Median Household Income $63,500
Median Home Value $223,800
Poverty Rate 14.2%
Unemployment Rate 6.0%
Median Age 36.0 years
Homeownership Rate 77.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.9%
High School Graduation Rate 75.2%
Diversity Index 47/100
Population 7,584 326th of 1,795
Median Income $63,500 average
Poverty Rate 14.2% 14% higher than national
Median Home Value $223,800 above average

How River Oaks Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population7,5167,584+0.9%
Median household income$65,582$63,500-3.2%
Median home value$202,800$223,800+10.4%

How River Oaks Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.0%
$25K-$50K 18.8%
$50K-$100K 43.9%
$100K+ 24.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.5%
$10K-$15K
2.2%
$15K-$20K
0.5%
$20K-$25K
5.8%
$25K-$30K
1.6%
$30K-$35K
3.9%
$35K-$40K
0.9%
$40K-$45K
6.7%
$45K-$50K
5.9%
$50K-$60K
15.7%
$60K-$75K
16.3%
$75K-$100K
11.8%
$100K-$125K
5.7%
$125K-$150K
5.7%
$150K-$200K
9.4%
$200K+
3.5%

Employment

6.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
59.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.3%
Renter 22.8%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,183/mo 22.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

47out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

River Oaks Rankings in Texas

#326 Population of 1,795
#806 Median Income of 1,546
#1098 Education of 1,795
#559 Home Value of 1,542

Other Cities in Tarrant County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Fort Worth 963,194 $79,507 13.1% $303,000
Arlington 397,742 $75,171 12.9% $304,700
Flower Mound 78,389 $161,235 4.3% $560,200
Mansfield 77,510 $121,126 5.8% $410,700
North Richland Hills 70,780 $97,305 7.2% $360,700
Euless 60,421 $82,167 7.8% $318,800
Burleson 52,918 $93,928 7.1% $308,200
Bedford 49,085 $83,971 7.3% $350,700
Keller 45,976 $174,950 3.4% $594,300
Haltom City 45,767 $59,057 15.1% $218,800

Cities Similar to River Oaks

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Lampasas7,671$67,229$198,80019.5%15.1%
Marble Falls7,752$57,925$338,80026.9%15.5%
Floresville8,007$65,270$241,00020.2%15.3%
Monahans7,452$70,677$160,80012.2%15.6%
Seminole7,184$60,390$177,00018.4%6.5%

Population Overview

River Oaks is a small city located in Texas, within Tarrant County. The total population is 7,584. It ranks as the 326th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in River Oaks is 36.0 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in River Oaks is $63,500. This is 19% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.2%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $223,800. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in River Oaks is Hispanic or Latino, making up 65.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 31.6%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (65.6% vs 39.7%). The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

13.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 75.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for River Oaks, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of River Oaks, Texas?

River Oaks, Texas has a population of 7,584 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in River Oaks, TX?

The median household income in River Oaks is $63,500, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in River Oaks, TX?

The poverty rate in River Oaks is 14.2%. This means approximately 1,055 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of River Oaks, Texas?

River Oaks's population is 31.6% White, 0.9% Black, 65.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in River Oaks, TX?

The median home value in River Oaks is $223,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is River Oaks, Texas?

13.9% of adults (25+) in River Oaks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.