Brownfield, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Terry County County
Brownfield, TX
At a Glance
How Brownfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brownfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brownfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brownfield residents earn a median household income of $43,189 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,614. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 365 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brownfield is $109,900 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $127,075. Median rent is $815/month, with 38.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Brownfield reports 443 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,249/100K.
Education
9.1% of adults in Brownfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 77.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brownfield has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches.