Living here
Nearest 4-year college9 mi
Nearest community college10 mi
Nearest technical college7 mi
High school graduates90.5%
College graduates18.9%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
White Oak Economic Development
The White Oak Economic Development Corporation (WOEDC) was developed in 1995 when citizens approved a ½ cent sales tax to boost the community's economic development; the City Coordinator serves as Executive Director and organizes all economic development activities. The board comprises seven volunteer directors and the EDC has been involved in relocation, retention, and development projects to maintain quality of life and increase the tax base.
region
East Texas Economic Development Company
The East Texas Regional Development Company (ETRDC) is a private non-profit certified development company established in 1983 to promote and assist with the economic development of East Texas through small business lending. Its primary lending program is the SBA 504 loan.
state
Office of the Governor (Texas)
Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) markets Texas as the premier destination for business and provides information to help businesses explore opportunities in Texas. It supports the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism in promoting Texas as a premier destination for business.
state
Texas Economic Development
The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office offers resources for Texas businesses, communities and residents, as well as those looking to do business in Texas. Our office publishes in-depth reports on the economy of Texas and the state’s targeted growth industries. We also offer a number of events throughout the year, covering a wide range of business-related topics—everything from getting started in the state to growing your business internationally.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes