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Fair Oaks Ranch, TX

Fair Oaks Ranch is a city in Bexar, Comal, and Kendall counties in the U.S. state of Texas. The population was 5,986 at the 2010 census and an estimated 9,700 in 2018. It is part of the San Antonio-New Braunfels Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city was named after Ralph Fair Sr, an oilman who had a large cattle ranch in the now-residential town. The Fair family decided to sell a portion of the ranch to build what is now Fair Oaks Ranch in 1975.

Fair Oaks Ranch is located at 29°44′19″N 98°38′33″W (29.738495, –98.642465) on both sides of Cibolo Creek, 27 miles (43 km) northwest of downtown San Antonio and 8 miles (13 km) southeast of Boerne. The city limits extend southwest to touch Interstate 10 at Exit 546. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.5 square miles (22.1 km²), of which 0.023 square miles (0.06 km²), or 0.26%, is water.

The land on which Fair Oaks Ranch rests was acquired in the 1930s by Ralph Fair Sr., who worked in the oil industry and owned cattle and racehorses. A residential community was established by Fair's family in the 1970s and the community was incorporated in 1988.

The median income for a household in the city was $99,685, and the median income for a family was $101,751. Males had a median income of $72,031 versus $43,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $45,293. About 1.5% of families and 1.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.3% of those under age 18 and 4.4% of those age 65 or over.

Fair Oaks Ranch boasts quality healthcare facilities, including Methodist Hospital - Stone Oak, ensuring that residents have access to comprehensive medical services. The city's commitment to promoting health is evident in organized events and initiatives that encourage an active lifestyle. Explore the parks, facilities, and health and wellness programs offered by the Fair Oaks Ranch Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include CrossFit and Anytime Fitness Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Fair Oaks Ranch, such as the Norman F Vestal Park and Public Parks. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX include Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club, The Alamo, San Antonio Zoo.

Population: 10,625 (2021). Elevation: 1,155 ft (352 m). Area: 12.29 sq mi (31.82 km²). ZIP Code: 78015. Area code: 210.

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Is Fair Oaks Ranch, TX a good place to live?

Fair Oaks Ranch is in Comal County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Fair Oaks Ranch offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Fair Oaks Ranch and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Fair Oaks Ranch are highly rated.

Is Fair Oaks Ranch, TX expensive?

Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas's cost of living is 17% lower than the national average. Fair Oaks Ranch's housing expenses are 33% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 6% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 16% lower than the national average.

What are the demographics of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX?

Fair Oaks Ranch, TX is home to a population of 9.95k people, of which 99.6% are citizens. As of 2021, 3.28% of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX residents were born outside of the country (326 people). In 2021, there were 9.77 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (7.96k people) in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 815 White (Hispanic) and 505 Two+ (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

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Wikipedia 

City of Fair Oaks Ranch

Methodist Hospital - Stone Oak

Fair Oaks Ranch Parks and Recreation Department

CrossFit 

Anytime Fitness Gym

Norman F Vestal Park 

Public Parks

Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club

The Alamo

San Antonio Zoo

Niche

Payscale

Data USA

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