Median Income
$87,839
17% higher than US avg
Home Value
$176,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.8%
3% higher than US avg
How Little Cypress Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,968
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density518/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$87,839
Per Capita$36,453
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$5,864M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$176,000
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Elevation18 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute29 min
Libraries3
Is Little Cypress a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Little Cypress receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Little Cypress offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Little Cypress is $87,839, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Little Cypress is $176,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Little Cypress enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Little Cypress has a population of 1,968 with a density of 518 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.
Population
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Little Cypress vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Little Cypress vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Little Cypress is $87,839, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Little Cypress vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $87,839 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,240 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,821 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,478 |
| County GDP | $5,864M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 148 |
| Healthcare | 128 |
| Retail | 249 |
| Manufacturing | 67 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,510 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.9 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
The median home value in Little Cypress is $176,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $176,000 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $185,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $185,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $131 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 28.6% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,042 |
| 10% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,510 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.13% |
In Little Cypress, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Little Cypress vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.6% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.1% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,675/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 128 |
Crime Rates: Little Cypress vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Little Cypress has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above US avg |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 64.4 inches |
| 70% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 18 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 518/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.1781°N, 93.7553°W |
| County FIPS | 48361 |