ZIP Code 75208
Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts, Dallas, TX
A culturally rich neighborhood experiencing a renaissance, anchored by the beloved Bishop Arts District with independent shops, restaurants, and galleries.
Key Statistics
29,367
Population
$81,950
Median Income
$438,400
Median Home Value
5/10
School Rating
62/100
Walk Score
6/10
Crime Index
Demographics & Housing
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Age | 35.5 years |
| School District | Dallas ISD |
| Under 18 | 20% |
| 18-34 | 29% |
| 35-54 | 28% |
| 55+ | 23% |
| Owner Occupied | 55% |
| Renter Occupied | 45% |
| Median Rent | $1,408/mo |
| 5yr Home Appreciation | 42% |
Housing Market
55%
Owner Occupied
45%
Renter Occupied
8.4%
Vacancy Rate
10,909
Total Units
Ownership vs Rental
Median Rent Trend (2019–2024)
5-year rent change: +23%
Housing Inventory by Type
Median year built: 1996
Race & Ethnicity
Estimated racial and ethnic composition based on U.S. Census ACS data.
Age Distribution
Median age: 35.5 years
Population Growth Trend
Growth since 2010: +15.1%
Employment & Economy
3.7%
Unemployment
6%
Poverty Rate
28 min
Avg. Commute
Top Employment Industries
How People Commute
Safety & Crime
7.3
Violent crimes / 1K
35.7
Property crimes / 1K
Crime index comparison
1 = safest, 10 = highest crime
Healthcare Access
3
Hospitals Nearby
3
Urgent Cares
1.8
Doctors / 1K
87.2%
Insured
Educational Attainment
Percentage of population aged 25+ by highest degree earned.
18.2:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
5,091
School-Age Population
Household Composition
2.67
Avg Household Size
11,232
Total Households
27.2%
Married w/ Kids
Language & Nativity
71.3%
English Only
22.8%
Foreign-Born
Languages spoken at home (population 5+)
Income Distribution
Percentage of households by annual income bracket.
Social & Connectivity
13.7%
With Disability
3.3%
Veterans
85.2%
Broadband Access
6.6%
No Internet
10.9%
SNAP Recipients
Top Schools
School of Science and Engineering
Magnet
Sunset High School
Public
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