Cuney, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cuney, Texas had a total population of 161, the 1598th largest town in Texas. The poverty rate is 41.6%.
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (41.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Cuney Quick Facts
How Cuney Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 75 | 161 | No clear change (+114.7%) |
How Cuney Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 0.0%
- Black: 41.0%
- Hispanic: 59.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 23.3%
- HS Diploma: 37.8%
- Some College: 17.8%
- Associate's: 15.6%
- Bachelor's: 5.6%
- Graduate+: 0.0%
Cuney Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Cherokee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 14,325 | $51,375 | 26.5% | $119,800 |
| Rusk | 5,477 | $53,438 | 8.5% | $157,400 |
| Shadybrook | 2,810 | $69,173 | 16.6% | $232,300 |
| Alto | 1,222 | $61,688 | 28.4% | $93,800 |
| New Summerfield | 618 | $54,716 | 8.9% | $84,300 |
| Wells | 484 | N/A | 42.1% | $140,600 |
| Gallatin | 384 | $79,432 | 8.6% | $168,100 |
Cities Similar to Cuney
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan (Starr County) | 161 | $16,694 | N/A | 16.9% | 67.1% |
| Tierra Grande | 161 | $46,250 | N/A | 10.5% | 11.8% |
| La Presa | 163 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 54.0% |
| Cool | 159 | $87,614 | $428,000 | 16.8% | 8.8% |
| Shiro | 159 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 81.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 161, Cuney's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Cuney is a small community located in Texas, within Cherokee County. The total population is 161. It ranks as the 1598th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cuney is 37.2 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 35.6 years. With 36.6% of the population under 18, Cuney has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 41.6%. This is 202% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Cuney, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 93.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cuney is Hispanic or Latino, making up 59.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 41.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (41.0% vs 11.9%).
Education
5.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% 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 76.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cuney, 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 Cuney, Texas?
Cuney, Texas has a population of 161 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cuney, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cuney — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cuney, TX?
The poverty rate in Cuney is 41.6%. This means approximately 67 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cuney, Texas?
Cuney's population is 0.0% White, 41.0% Black, 59.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cuney, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Cuney — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Cuney, Texas?
5.6% of adults (25+) in Cuney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.