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Cut and Shoot, TX

Texas · Montgomery County · Metropolitan Area

Cut and Shoot is a small town in Texas with a population of 850. Residents earn $70,227 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
850 Population 314/sq mi density
$70,227 Median Income $25,376 per capita
$169,600 Home Value $253,459 Zillow
$994 Median Rent 36.4% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,227 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,600 home value, $994/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,227
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,600
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $994
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

How Cut and Shoot Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population850
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density314/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,227
Per Capita$25,376
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$50,079M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,600
Rent$994
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$253,459
Housing Units392
Rent Burden36.4%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured19.2%
Smoking17.5%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation181 ft (55 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries7

Is Cut and Shoot a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cut and Shoot receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Cut and Shoot offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cut and Shoot is $70,227, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cut and Shoot is $169,600, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $994 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cut and Shoot enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cut and Shoot has a population of 850 with a density of 314 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.4%), with 6.6% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

850
Total Population
314
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cut and Shoot vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.7%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.3%
149% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cut and Shoot vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cut and Shoot is $70,227, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Cut and Shoot vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,227
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,376
Avg Weekly Wage$1,351
IRS Avg AGI$115,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,222
County GDP$50,079M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,207
Healthcare1,667
Retail1,677
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cut and Shoot is $169,600, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $994 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,459.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,600
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$253,459

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$994
15% below US avg
Rent Burden36.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%
Housing Units392
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Rate6.19%
In Cut and Shoot, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cut and Shoot vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Uninsured19.2%
123% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,583
Dentists1:1,967
Mental Health1:777
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits51.7%
Premature Death6,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Cut and Shoot has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation181 ft (55 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density314/sq mi
Coordinates30.3355°N, 95.3451°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMontgomery County County
County FIPS48339
Cut and Shoot is located in Montgomery County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.5-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density314/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi
CountyMontgomery County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Restaurants1,207
Retail Stores1,677

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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