Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
11%
Roanoke
Roanoke, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,469
Population
12,046
Renter Mix
47% Rent
Welcome to the suburbs of outer Fort Worth
Suburban
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Industrial
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With top-notch schools like Roanoke Elementary School, well-kept city parks like Roanoke Community Park, and kid-friendly fun like the water park at Hawaiian Falls, the city of Roanoke is an excellent suburb. An array of chain and local dining options are available in Roanoke, including the Italian Bistro, serving the local community fine Italian cuisine for over seventeen years. If you’re in the mood for a steak or you’re a fan of garden-to-table cuisine, then the Classic at Roanoke, a local favorite for 25 years, is the place for you.
Several major roadways run through Roanoke, so it’s very accessible. Nearby amenities and attractions include Grapevine Lake and Meadowmere Park, a lakeside recreation area with beaches, boat ramps and docks, campgrounds, and more. Be sure to take your dog to nearby Bob Jones Park, or shop till you drop at Tanger Outlets Fort Worth. Roanoke is situated just 20 miles north of Fort Worth, making this city the perfect suburban getaway for commuters.
Explore the City
Discover natural beauty at the Roanoke Community Park.
A few Victorian homes stand in the heart of Roanoke.
Downtown roads lead to the Roanoke Courthouse.
Known as the unique dining capital of Texas, Roanoke is a food-lovers' dream come true.
Downtown Roanoke has a well-lit, vibrant nightlife.
Inzos serves authentic Italian dishes for Roanoke residents.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$105,924
Average: $127,473
Education
4,195
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,051
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Roanoke has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
47%
Non-Renters
53%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
33%
Other Education
67%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Roanoke, TX is $1,433 for a studio, $1,471 for one bedroom, $1,869 for two bedrooms, and $2,320 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Roanoke has increased by 2.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,471/month
760 Sq Ft
House
$2,944/month
2,284 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Roanoke, TX is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
547 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
791 Students
J Lyndal Hughes Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
672 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
677 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,039 Students
James M Steele Accelerated High School
Public
Grades 9-12
226 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Military Bases
Airports
- Dallas-Fort Worth International
- Dallas Love Field
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.