Oak Forest

A neighborhood with the quintessential family-oriented lifestyle.

"Oak Forest is the third largest area within the city of Houston. Today there are over 5,500 homes in Oak Forest as the area continues to improve gracefully with age."

Nestled among grand oaks and towering pines with a small-town feel, Oak Forest is defined by both the distinctive architecture of its era and the new development of today. Founded and developed in 1946 by Oak Forest Realty Corporation under Frank Sharp, the Oak Forest subdivision is located north of 34th St. between Highway 290 and Ella Blvd.
 
Sufficient acreage in Oak Forest was set aside for churches, parks and schools along with the commercial development along Ella Blvd and 43rd St. Parks located in Oak Forest include T.C. Jester, Candlelight, American Legion and Oak Forest Park. Annexed by the city of Houston about 1949, Oak Forest is the third largest area within the city of Houston.
 
Today there are over 5,500 homes in Oak Forest as the area continues to improve gracefully with age. The Oak Forest Neighborhood Association actively maintains the areas deed restrictions, organizes Citizens On Patrol and coordinates the many community committees and social events.
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Overview for Oak Forest, TX

12,818 people live in Oak Forest, where the median age is 38 and the average individual income is $77,130. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,818

Total Population

38 years

Median Age

High

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

$77,130

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.

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Somewhat Walkable
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43
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
27
Some Transit
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Angel Food Kitchen, La Costeñita, and Dance Heights.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.44 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $ 2.39 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.29 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.92 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.83 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.37 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Oak Forest, TX

Oak Forest has 5,357 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. 12,818 people call Oak Forest home. The population density is 8,882.307 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,818

Total Population

High

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

38

Median Age

51.14 / 48.86%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

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  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
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5,357

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$77,130

Average individual Income

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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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We are firm believers in active participation in the local community and support a high level of volunteerism with significant financial contributions to schools, organizations and community programs.

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