Cuero, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cuero, Texas had a total population of 8,165, the 316th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $56,480, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Cuero Quick Facts
How Cuero Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,147 | 8,165 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $62,906 | $56,480 | -10.2% |
| Median home value | $185,600 | $176,900 | -4.7% |
How Cuero Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cuero Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in DeWitt County
Cities Similar to Cuero
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirby | 8,117 | $55,532 | $165,500 | 15.8% | 13.5% |
| Hillsboro | 8,506 | $56,083 | $157,900 | 16.0% | 20.0% |
| West Livingston | 8,199 | $61,943 | $153,600 | 9.5% | 18.8% |
| Los Fresnos | 8,291 | $61,938 | $152,200 | 24.0% | 34.7% |
| Marble Falls | 7,752 | $57,925 | $338,800 | 26.9% | 15.5% |
Population Overview
Cuero is a small city located in Texas, within DeWitt County. The total population is 8,165. It ranks as the 316th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cuero is 39.4 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cuero is $56,480. This is 28% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.7%. This is 57% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $176,900. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 62.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cuero is Hispanic or Latino, making up 47.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 36.9%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
15.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cuero, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Cuero, Texas?
Cuero, Texas has a population of 8,165 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cuero, TX?
The median household income in Cuero is $56,480, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cuero, TX?
The poverty rate in Cuero is 21.7%. This means approximately 1,404 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cuero, Texas?
Cuero's population is 36.9% White, 10.0% Black, 47.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cuero, TX?
The median home value in Cuero is $176,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Cuero, Texas?
15.2% of adults (25+) in Cuero hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.