Median Income
$72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$119,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.0%
84% lower than US avg
How Brinson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population173
Median Age65.0 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
A
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$36,255
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$411M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$119,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,753
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI44 (Good)
Elevation115 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+84.0%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1
Is Brinson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brinson receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Brinson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brinson is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brinson is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Brinson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Brinson has a population of 173 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 5.8% Hispanic, 21.4% Black.
Population
65.0yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
The median household income in Brinson is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,000 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,255 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $809 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,898 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.0% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 232 |
| County GDP | $411M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,217 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Brinson is $119,600, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,753.
Home Values
| Census Median | $119,600 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $186,753 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,217 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.69% |
In Brinson, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brinson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.5% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,377/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 16.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Brinson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Brinson has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above US avg |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9784°N, 84.7379°W |
| County FIPS | 13253 |