Town in DeWitt County

Living in Cuero, TX

C-

493rd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 34 of 100

Cuero earns a grade of C- on our index, 493rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on getting around and errands and things to do, and trails on home ownership and safety. It is a strong pick for young professionals.

  • Good for young professionals
  • Short commutes
  • Jobs and income scores low (18 of 100)
  • Safety scores low (9 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Cuero isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthCuero
Where Cuero is in Texas.
Population
8,264+1.2% since 2020
Median rent
$90336% lower than Texas
Median home value
$176,90038% lower than Texas
Household income
$56,480Median
Average commute
18 minOne way
Violent crime
838Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Cuero

Cuero is a town in DeWitt County. 8,264 people lived here in 2025, up 1.2% from 2020. It is spread out.

Places locals use include Cuero Park, Alexander Park and Daule Park.

The median age is 39.4, 34% of households have children, 62% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $56,480 a year (28% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Cuero

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $903, 36% lower than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 18 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Plenty close to home. 3 grocery stores, 41 restaurants and 5 parks are mapped in town.

Cons of living in Cuero

  • Higher violent crime. 838 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 116% higher than the Texas rate.
  • Higher poverty. 22% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, hurricanes and tornadoes as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 139 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Cuero suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit: 25% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 116% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 16% for families.
  • Young professionalsA strong fit: household income is 28% lower than the Texas median, with 41 restaurants and 3 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 82% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 24% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 116% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 36% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 81% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $903 is 36% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 40% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $903 is 36% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 55% for people on a budget.

Cuero report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Cuero with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade B-

    Median rent $903, homes cost 3.1x income.

    64 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D

    Median household income $56,480, 6.0% unemployed.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C-

    4 rated campuses, 25% rated A or B.

    33 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade D-

    838 violent crimes per 100k, 1,239 property crimes per 100k.

    9 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A-

    3 grocery stores, 41 restaurants, 5 parks mapped in town.

    83 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade A-

    Average commute 18 min, 12% work from home.

    85 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D-

    15% have a bachelor’s degree.

    14 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    24% of adults uninsured.

    19 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade F

    62% of homes owner-occupied.

    7 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D-

    81% of homes have broadband.

    14 of 100 vs US towns

Where Cuero stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median rent: $90336% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 38%14 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Average commute: 18 min34% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 15%19 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Vacant homes: 27%17 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
  • Median household income: $56,48028% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Cuero

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Cuero is $903 a month, 36% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $36,000 a year. Right now 38% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $921 for a one-bedroom, $1,205 for a two-bedroom and $1,436 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $176,900, 38% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $968 before tax, or $1,083 with property tax. That is $180 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Cuero pays $1,382 a year, 67% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in CueroStudio$9161 bedroom$9212 bedrooms$1,2053 bedrooms$1,4364 bedrooms$1,736
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, DeWitt County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent36% lower than Texas$903$1,403$1,413
Median home value38% lower than Texas$176,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income13% lower than Texas3.1x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent14 points lower than Texas38%52%51%
Median property tax per year67% lower than Texas$1,382$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in themAbout the same as Texas62%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197719921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,083
Mortgage payment
$968
Property tax
$115
Median rent, for comparison
$903

Based on a $176,900 home in Cuero, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Cuero safe?

In 2025, Cuero Police Department reported 69 violent crimes and 102 property crimes. That works out to 838 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 116% higher than the Texas rate of 387, and 1,239 property crimes per 100,000, 41% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime has been fairly steady since 2021.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Cuero by yearTexas83820212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
838
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
1,239
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Cuero by yearTexas1,23920212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Cuero Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Cuero

Cuero has 4 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 25% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Cuero ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
33
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
77
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BCuero High SchoolHigh, Cuero ISD88 of 100
  • CHunt ElementaryElementary, Cuero ISD74 of 100
  • CJ C French ElementaryElementary, Cuero ISD74 of 100
  • CCuero Junior HighMiddle, Cuero ISD72 of 100

Daily life in Cuero

Everyday places mapped inside Cuero, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Cuero Park, Alexander Park, Daule Park.

The average one-way commute is 18 minutes, 34% shorter than the Texas average. 12% of workers work from home. 3.1% walk, bike or take transit to work.

The median household income is $56,480, income per person is $23,929, unemployment is 6.0% and 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
3
Pharmacies
3
Restaurants
41
Cafes
3
Bars
4
Parks
5
Gyms
3
Hospitals and urgent care
2
Childcare
4
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income28% lower than Texas$56,480$78,476$80,734
Income per person41% lower than Texas$23,929$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas6.0%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line8 points higher than Texas22%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher19 points lower than Texas15%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher6 points lower than Texas80%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance4 points higher than Texas24%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet10 points lower than Texas81%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute34% lower than Texas18 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home3 points lower than Texas12%14%15%
Workers who work from home12%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk3.1%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Cuero

Under 1823%
18 to 3419%
35 to 6444%
65 and over14%

Median age 39.4 years. 34% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White37%
Hispanic or Latino47%
Black10.0%
Asian0.2%
Other or more than one race5.6%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Cuero

Cuero has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 42°F. There are about 139 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 34 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Cuero40°60°80°100°66J69F75M82A89M94J97J98A93S86O75N67DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Cuero, 4 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

  • River floodingVery high
  • HurricanesVery high
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsHigh
  • Strong windHigh

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Cuero

Nearby, Yoakum gets a D+, Yorktown gets a C and Shiner gets an A. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. D+YoakumTown, 5,846 people15 mi
  2. CYorktownTown, 1,720 people16 mi
  3. AShinerTown, 2,154 people23 mi
  4. C-Quail CreekTown, 1,715 people26 mi
  5. D+VictoriaCity, 65,625 people27 mi
  6. D-GonzalesTown, 7,200 people29 mi

Living in Cuero: common questions

Is Cuero, TX a good place to live?

Cuero earns a grade of C- on our index, 493rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on getting around and errands and things to do, and trails on home ownership and safety. It is a strong pick for young professionals.

How much does it cost to live in Cuero?

Median rent in Cuero is $903 a month, 36% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $176,900, 38% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.1x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $1,083, including property tax.

Is Cuero safe?

In 2025, Cuero Police Department reported 838 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 116% higher than the Texas rate. Property crime was 1,239 per 100,000, 41% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Cuero?

We found 4 rated public school campuses inside Cuero. 25% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 33 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Cuero flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Cuero as very high, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves, hail, wildfires, winter storms and strong wind. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Cuero?

Summers in Cuero peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 42°F. Expect around 139 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 34 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Cuero?

The average one-way commute is 18 min, 34% lower than the Texas average. About 12% of workers work from home.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.