Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.2% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 36% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 797 (3.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,015 (34.3%) |
| Some College | 4,159 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 3,646 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,897 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,872 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,629 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,481 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $855/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,212 |
| Vacant Units | 2,415 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cherokee County is located in Texas and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 42,334 residents. With a median age of 37.4, it is a relatively young county.
Cherokee County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,628 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Cherokee County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $143,481 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $855. Homeownership rates are high at 72.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cherokee County are majority White (54.3%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Cherokee County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75925 | Alto | 3,079 | $49,464 | $113,400 | $620 | 3.1% | 33.7% |
| 75764 | Gallatin | 170 | $72,083 | $98,800 | — | 0.0% | 25.0% |
| 75766 | Jacksonville | 25,988 | $51,648 | $144,400 | $858 | 7.7% | 32.3% |
| 75780 | New Summerfield | 391 | $71,500 | — | $1,028 | 5.3% | 28.1% |
| 75784 | Reklaw | 539 | $61,250 | $135,900 | $1,025 | 11.9% | 35.8% |
| 75785 | Rusk | 10,769 | $64,672 | $158,800 | $911 | 5.9% | 20.2% |
| 75976 | Wells | 1,201 | $66,458 | $73,100 | $772 | 0.7% | 26.7% |