Little Cypress, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Little Cypress is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,968. Residents earn $87,839 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,968 Population 518/sq mi density
$87,839 Median Income $36,453 per capita
$176,000 Home Value
$1,042 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$87,839 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,000 home value, $1,042/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

1,968
Total Population
518
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Cypress vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
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.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,478
County GDP$5,864M

Business (County)

Restaurants148
Healthcare128
Retail249
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

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

Owner-Occupied85.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
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

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death12,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access50.5%
Healthcare Facilities128

Crime Rates: Little Cypress vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

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 Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.4 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation18 ft (5 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density518/sq mi
Coordinates30.1781°N, 93.7553°W
County FIPS48361
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density518/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities128
Restaurants148
Retail Stores249

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

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