| City: | Cuney, Texas |
| County: | Cherokee County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 7:47:00 PM |
| Population: | 122 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 430 / 903 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 32.0416, -95.4199 |
| Land Area: | 3.652 sq mi |
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Cuney is a small rural community in Cherokee County, Texas, with a population of 122 residents. This is a PO Box Only Zone, which means there's no alternative mail delivery across the 0.8 square mile territory. The Cuney post office maintains 64 PO Boxes serving 46 local households plus surrounding rural areas.
The community sits along US Highway 175 West, about 17 miles west of Jacksonville. While classified as PO Box only, some residents receive rural carrier delivery along county roads. Two rural routes (R001 and R002) serve scattered homes on County Roads 3522, 3501, 3327, and 3526. However, most residents rely on PO Boxes at the post office.
With 64 boxes and 46 homes, the adoption rate of 1.39 shows the post office serves people beyond the immediate community. Neighboring areas without their own post offices travel to Cuney for mail service. The median age is 32.5 years, and about 76% of residents own their homes rather than rent.
Cuney's demographics show a diverse rural community. Of the 122 residents, 57% identify as Black or African American, 23% as White, and 16% as two or more races. The area has 4 business establishments employing 37 people. Many workers are in agriculture (70 jobs) and transportation (103 jobs), typical for rural East Texas. Per capita income is $86,123, though median household income data isn't available for such a small population.
All mail to Cuney should use the following format:
[Name]
PO Box [Number]
Cuney, TX 75759For the limited rural delivery addresses:
[Name]
[Street Address]
Cuney, TX 75759Street network consists of US Highway 175 and numbered county roads serving scattered rural properties.
ZIP Code 75759 has 122 residents and 46 households (average 2.65 persons per household). The median age is 32.5 years, younger than the state (35.6) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 42.6% male and 57.4% female, which is lower than the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (57.4%, much higher than the state average of 12.2% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and White (23.0%, much lower than the state average of 50.1% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 18.9%, which is much lower than the state average (39.3%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (12.2%) and national averages (12.4%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 122Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 197Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 33.4 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 46Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.65Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.86Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 155 | 170 | 148 | 133 | 88 | 68 | 39 | 46 | 54 | 116 | 110 | 139 | 197 |
| Decennial Census | 141 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 122 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 32.5
Male Median Age: 47.5
Female Median Age: 25.5
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 10 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 15 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| White: | 28 | 22.22% |
| Black: | 70 | 55.56% |
| Hispanic:* | 23 | 18.25% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 5 | 3.97% |
| Total: | 126 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 52 | 42.62% | 47.5 years |
| Females: | 70 | 57.38% | 25.5 years |
| Total: | 122 | 100% | 32.5 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 179 | 90.86% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 14 | 7.11% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 2 | 1.02% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 2 | 2.03% |
| Total Population: | 197 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 193 | 97.97% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 4 | 2.03% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($76,292), is down $21,591 (100.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $250,001 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $250,001). By gender, male median income is $216,042 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($49,838), with a current gap of $216,042 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 65.7%, which is slightly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (75.2%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $21,591 | $18,750 | $22,250 | $17,031 | $10,694 | $13,438 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $21,923 | $22,917 | $25,156 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $21,818 | $20,375 | $22,500 | $21,667 | $16,250 | $15,938 | $0 | $0 | $31,500 | $22,308 | $0 | $26,458 | $250,001 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $8,750 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $8,333 | $8,125 | $6,667 | $0 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $28,750 | $30,179 | $16,071 | $15,469 | $14,500 | $15,313 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $216,042 |
| Median Female Income | $22,222 | $32,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 113 | 65.70% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 59 | 34.30% |
| Total: | 172 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 5 | 4.42% |
| Service: | 12 | 10.62% |
| Sales and Office: | 85 | 75.22% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 1 | 0.88% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 10 | 8.85% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 113 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($260,400), is down $38,800 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,339), is down $744 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $975. Of occupied housing, owners make up 93.42% (30.99% with a mortgage, 69.01% free-and-clear) and renters 6.58% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $38,800 | $43,000 | $44,700 | $50,500 | $59,400 | $56,300 | $72,500 | $55,800 | $0 | $84,600 | $0 | $93,700 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 1 | 20.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 4 | 80.00% |
| Total: | 5 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $744 | $793 | $0 | $0 | $770 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $975 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 22 | 28.95% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 49 | 64.47% |
| Renter Occupied: | 5 | 6.58% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 76 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 76 | 96.20% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 3 | 3.80% |
| Total Housing Units: | 79 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 71 | 89.87% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 1 | 1.27% |
| Other Units: | 7 | 8.86% |
| Total Housing Units: | 79 | 100% |
In 2023, 42.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (33.10%). High school or higher is 88.60%, which is on par with the state rate (85.70%). The uninsured rate is 12.70%, which is on par with the state rate (17.40%). Public coverage is 75.10%, which is markedly above the state rate (28.90%). The share of people in poverty is 18.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 16.70 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 8.30 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (59.46%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 10 | 6.33% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 8 | 5.06% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 28 | 17.72% |
| Some college, no degree: | 32 | 20.25% |
| Associate's degree: | 13 | 8.23% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 36 | 22.78% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 31 | 19.62% |
| Total: | 158 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 140 | 88.61% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 67 | 42.41% |
| Private Insurance: | 118 | 40.55% |
| Public Insurance: | 148 | 50.86% |
| No Insurance: | 25 | 8.59% |
| Total: | 291 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 266 | 91.41% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 35.0% | 60.5% | 72.2% | 76.5% | 85.0% | 86.7% | 42.9% | 11.1% | 10.0% | 50.0% | 39.3% | 40.5% | 18.3% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 22 | 59.46% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 15 | 40.54% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 37 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 37 | 100.00% |
ZIP Code 75759 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 4 business establishments, employing about 40 people with an annual payroll of $4,638,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 531Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 4Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $1,165,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $4,638,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 40Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 75759 is located in Cherokee County, Texas, within the Jacksonville, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 27380) and Texas's 6th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 51,143 people, about 0.24% of whom live in ZIP Code 75759. It covers 3.652 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Jacksonville, TXSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 27380Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 51,143Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 3.652 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 06Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 2148.41 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 4818152Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Cuney town; TexasSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 75759 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on January 1, 2026.