Little Cypress, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Little Cypress, Texas had a total population of 1,963, the 750th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $91,199, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Little Cypress Quick Facts
How Little Cypress 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 | 1,968 | 1,963 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $87,839 | $91,199 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $176,000 | $183,900 | +4.5% |
How Little Cypress 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Little Cypress Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Orange County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | 19,177 | $62,891 | 15.4% | $164,900 |
| Vidor | 9,708 | $62,192 | 10.7% | $131,400 |
| Bridge City | 9,640 | $88,958 | 8.3% | $202,800 |
| West Orange | 3,420 | $60,323 | 22.9% | $110,700 |
| Mauriceville | 2,945 | $64,167 | 13.6% | $179,600 |
| Pinehurst | 1,999 | $49,938 | 12.1% | $169,700 |
| Forest Heights | 1,795 | $81,429 | 23.9% | $119,600 |
| Pine Forest | 519 | $98,068 | 6.4% | $155,600 |
| Rose City | 391 | $46,094 | 14.1% | $80,000 |
Cities Similar to Little Cypress
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uvalde Estates | 1,908 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 17.4% |
| Willow Grove | 2,080 | $89,036 | $269,600 | 12.3% | 7.3% |
| Stowell | 1,823 | N/A | $121,600 | 10.3% | 49.0% |
| Inez | 2,031 | $82,838 | $236,500 | 34.2% | 5.7% |
| Somerset | 2,005 | $77,917 | $200,400 | 16.0% | 17.2% |
Population Overview
Little Cypress is a small community located in Texas, within Orange County. The total population is 1,963. It ranks as the 750th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Little Cypress is 41.6 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Little Cypress is $91,199. This is 16% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 13% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.4%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 86% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $183,900. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Little Cypress is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Little Cypress has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.5% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (5.3%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
15.4% 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 96.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Little Cypress, 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 Little Cypress, Texas?
Little Cypress, Texas has a population of 1,963 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Little Cypress, TX?
The median household income in Little Cypress is $91,199, which is 13% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Little Cypress, TX?
The poverty rate in Little Cypress is 13.4%. This means approximately 263 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Little Cypress, Texas?
Little Cypress's population is 90.5% White, 5.3% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Little Cypress, TX?
The median home value in Little Cypress is $183,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Little Cypress, Texas?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Little Cypress hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.