Brownsboro, TX

Texas

Brownsboro is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,479. Residents earn $65,250 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,479 Population 624/sq mi density
$65,250 Median Income $29,069 per capita
$180,700 Home Value $273,417 Zillow
$1,179 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,250 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,700 home value, $1,179/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,250
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,700
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,179
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,479
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density624/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,250
Per Capita$29,069
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$2,784M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,700
Rent$1,179
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,417

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation399 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Libraries4

Is Brownsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brownsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Brownsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brownsboro is $65,250, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brownsboro is $180,700, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,179 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Brownsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Brownsboro has a population of 1,479 with a density of 624 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

1,479
Total Population
624
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Brownsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brownsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brownsboro is $65,250, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Brownsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,250
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,069
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$66,802

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,656
County GDP$2,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare126
Retail268
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,037
130% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Brownsboro is $180,700, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,179 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,417.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,700
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,417

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,179
1% 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-Occupied54.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,037
130% above US avg
Effective Rate4.45%
In Brownsboro, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.5%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death13,194/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Brownsboro has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation399 ft (122 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density624/sq mi
Coordinates32.2984°N, 95.6130°W
County FIPS48213
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density624/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants166
Retail Stores268

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home5.1%

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