Brawley, CA
Full City Profile · California · Imperial County County
Brawley, CA
At a Glance
How Brawley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brawley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brawley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brawley residents earn a median household income of $60,370 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,729. The unemployment rate stands at 15.4% (328% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,795 business establishments, including 280 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brawley is $270,100 , 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $360,329. Median rent is $954/month, with 28.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Brawley reports 328 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,014/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
13.8% of adults in Brawley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 74.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brawley has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 2.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 63.