Median Income
$17,955
76% lower than US avg
Home Value
$63,800
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$674
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
53.3%
66% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
41.3%
233% higher than US avg
How Cullen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population704
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density612/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Economy
C
Median Income$17,955
Per Capita$13,885
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty41.3%
County GDP$1,561M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$63,800
Rent$674
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity53.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease8.7%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation247 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+71.5%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute25 min
Libraries7
Is Cullen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cullen receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cullen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cullen is $17,955, 76% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cullen is $63,800, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $674 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Cullen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Cullen has a population of 704 with a density of 612 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (93.5%), with 4.7% White, 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Cullen is $17,955, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,955 |
| 76% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $13,885 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $948 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,924 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 41.3% |
| 233% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 995 |
| County GDP | $1,561M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 96 |
| Retail | 155 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,034 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.19% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 11.6% |
The median home value in Cullen is $63,800, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $674 (42% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $63,800 |
| 77% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $30 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $674 |
| 42% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,034 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.19% |
In Cullen, 53.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 46.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cullen vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 53.3% |
| 66% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 22.4% |
| Heart Disease | 8.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 52.8% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 12.1% |
| Stroke | 6.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 46.7% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 24.6% |
| Physical Distress | 20.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 83.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,964/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 96 |
Crime Rates: Cullen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Cullen has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 57.0 inches |
| 50% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 247 ft (75 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 612/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9677°N, 93.4465°W |
| County FIPS | 22119 |