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Browns, IL

Illinois · Wabash County

Browns is a small town in Illinois with a population of 186. Residents earn $61,125 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
186 Population 641/sq mi density
$61,125 Median Income $28,112 per capita
$42,500 Home Value $127,952 Zillow
$770 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$42,500 home value, $770/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,125
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $42,500
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density641/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,125
Per Capita$28,112
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$451M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$42,500
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,952
Housing Units89
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.6%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation398 ft (121 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute18 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries1

Is Browns a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Browns receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Browns offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Browns is $61,125, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Browns is $42,500, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Browns enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Browns has a population of 186 with a density of 641 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

186
Total Population
641
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Browns vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Browns vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Browns is $61,125, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Browns vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,125
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,112
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$71,433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$451M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare20
Retail35
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Browns is $42,500, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,952.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$42,500
85% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,952

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%
Housing Units89
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Effective Rate11.00%
In Browns, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Browns vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,800
Dentists1:2,217
Mental Health1:322
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death8,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access69.5%
Healthcare Facilities20
Browns has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation398 ft (121 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density641/sq mi
Coordinates38.3775°N, 87.9832°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWabash County County
County FIPS17185
Browns is located in Wabash County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density641/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyWabash County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants17
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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