Brookside Village, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Brookside Village is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,474. Residents earn $94,643 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,474 Population 723/sq mi density
$94,643 Median Income $39,188 per capita
$301,300 Home Value $349,637 Zillow
$1,475 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
387 Violent Crime/100K 581 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$94,643 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$301,300 home value, $1,475/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
387 violent crimes/100K (2% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,643
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $301,300
7% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 387/100K
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,475
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

How Brookside Village Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,474
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,643
Per Capita$39,188
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$592,751M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$301,300
Rent$1,475
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$349,637

Crime

F
Violent387/100K
Property581/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault194/100K
Burglary323/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Elevation46 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute30 min
Libraries73

Is Brookside Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brookside Village receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Brookside Village offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brookside Village is $94,643, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brookside Village is $301,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,475 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 387 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 581 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Brookside Village has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Brookside Village has a population of 1,474 with a density of 723 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.6%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

1,474
Total Population
723
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Brookside Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.1%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.9%
131% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Brookside Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brookside Village is $94,643, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Brookside Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,643
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,188
Avg Weekly Wage$1,703
IRS Avg AGI$95,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)124,542
County GDP$592,751M

Business (County)

Restaurants10,837
Healthcare12,772
Retail13,588
Manufacturing4,091

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,819
238% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Brookside Village is $301,300, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,475 (27% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,637.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,300
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$349,637

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,475
27% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,819
238% above US avg
Effective Rate3.92%
In Brookside Village, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brookside Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death8,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities12,772
Brookside Village has a violent crime rate of 387 per 100,000 residents, 2% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 581 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Brookside Village vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent387.1/100K
2% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape64.5/100K
Robbery129.0/100K
Assault193.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property580.7/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary322.6/100K
Theft193.6/100K
Vehicle Theft64.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)527
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Brookside Village has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density723/sq mi
Coordinates29.5908°N, 95.3180°W
County FIPS48201
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.4%
D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density723/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries73
Healthcare Facilities12,772
Restaurants10,837
Retail Stores13,588

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)527
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Work from Home13.6%

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