The North Central Texas Council of Governments projects that number to grow to 63,329 by the year 2030,[5] as it is on the verge of explosive suburban growth.

Adjacent cities include Glenn Heights to the northwest, Lancaster to the north, Ferris to the east, Pecan Hill to the southeast, Waxahachie to the south, and Oak Leaf to the west.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Red Oak has a total area of 15.0 square miles (38.8 km2), all land.

[4] The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.

[15] Texas State Technical College operates a branch campus in Red Oak.