Red Oak, TX Cost of Living


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Red Oak cost of living score
104.4
More expensive
4.4% higher
than the US average
10.8% higher
than the Texas average
Red Oak, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.4% higher than the U.S. average and 10.8% higher than the average for Texas.

Red Oak, TX

Housing costs in Red Oak?
A typical home costs $321,900, which is 4.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 8.2% more expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Red Oak costs $1,620 per month, which is 13.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 21.0% more than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Red Oak?
To live comfortably in Red Oak, Texas, a minimum annual income of $61,560 for a family, and $54,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Red Oak?
The cost of living in Red Oak, TX is quite affordable. The average home price in the area is around $130,000, making it an attractive option for first time home buyers. The median household income is close to the national average, so residents have enough money to cover basic expenses. The unemployment rate in Red Oak is significantly lower than the national average and most people can find a job with relative ease. The cost of groceries and other essential items are reasonably priced when compared to other cities in Texas and across the country. Overall, Red Oak provides a great balance between affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRed OakTexasUnited States
  104.494.2100.0
  9993.7100
  102.6100.0100.0
  92.483.5100.0
  $321,900$297,600$338,100
  108.6%99.2%100.0%
  120.1103.3100.0
  100.183.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

The small, charming country town that I moved to 26 years ago sadly doesn't exist anymore. Our city is poorly governed and that is one major reason why business interest  More

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Over 15 years ago

I wouldn't recommend Red Oak as a place to live. I moved to the area from Tyler four years ago to take a job in Dallas. I did my research on areas south of Dallas and  More

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