Oak Island (Texas) facts for kids
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Oak Island, Texas
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 Oak Island
Location in Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Chambers |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.20 sq mi (3.11 km2) |
| • Land | 1.20 sq mi (3.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 371 |
| • Density | 302/sq mi (116.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 409 |
| FIPS code | 48-53004 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1342993 |
Oak Island is a small community located in Chambers County, Texas, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. However, it does not have its own local government like a city or town. In 2020, about 371 people lived there.
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Where is Oak Island?
Oak Island is found on the eastern side of Trinity Bay. This bay is a large inlet of water connected to Galveston Bay. The community is about 8 miles (13 km) south of Anahuac. Anahuac is the main town in Chambers County.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the Oak Island CDP covers a total area of about 1.2 square miles (3.11 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Oak Island?
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| 2020 | 371 | — | |
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The latest information from the 2020 United States census shows that 371 people live in Oak Island. These people make up 135 households and 126 families.
Different Backgrounds in Oak Island
The community of Oak Island is home to people from various backgrounds. Here's a look at the different groups living there as of 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 201 | 54.18% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 9 | 2.43% |
| Asian (NH) | 73 | 19.68% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 1 | 0.27% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 16 | 4.31% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 71 | 19.14% |
| Total | 371 |
Hurricane Ike's Impact
On September 13, 2008, a very strong storm called Hurricane Ike hit the area. This hurricane caused a lot of damage in Oak Island. About 90% of the homes in the community became unlivable. This meant many people had to find new places to stay or live in temporary shelters.
Education in Oak Island
Students living in Oak Island attend schools operated by the Anahuac Independent School District. This district is responsible for providing education to children in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Oak Island para niños
