Welcome to Oak Forest

Oak Forest is a large neighborhood centrally located. In fact, it’s the third largest group of neighborhoods in Harris County with over 5,000 homes! Established in 1947, Oak Forest was a favorite among returning World War II veterans. Nearly all the first original homes were sold to veterans for between $8,000-$10,000.
 
In the early 2000s, Oak Forest started attracting people who could not afford the Heights but still wanted to be close in. In 2010, the Houston Press ranked Oak Forest one of the “The Five Most Underrated Neighborhoods In Houston.” Since about that time, because of the favorable building lines and a high-ranking Elementary school (Oak Forest Elementary) its been attracting massive amounts of new construction. Because of its massive size, close proximity and beautiful construction, both new and old, Oak Forest is now attracting lots of new restaurants, shopping, coffee houses, and alike.

Overview for Oak Forest, TX

2,489 people live in Oak Forest, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $55,729. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,489

Total Population

40 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$55,729

Average individual Income

Around Oak Forest, TX

There's plenty to do around Oak Forest, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

45
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
27
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
26
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Lucky 7 Cards and Collectibles, Archetype Boxing Club, and Gephart Strength.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Lucky 7 Cards and Collectibles Logo
Shopping 3.73 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Archetype Boxing Club Logo
Active 4.81 miles 36 reviews 5/5 stars
Gephart Strength Logo
Active 3.9 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars
Austin Meditation Logo
Active 1.48 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Intuitive Hands Logo
Active 3.85 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Golfinity Preview Club Logo
Active 4.05 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Oak Forest, TX

Population Households Employment

Oak Forest has 923 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Oak Forest do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,489 people call Oak Forest home. The population density is 23,637.838 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,489

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40

Median Age

51.35 / 48.65%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
923

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$55,729

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

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Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Oak Forest, TX

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The following schools are within or nearby Oak Forest. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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