Kentucky · Metropolitan Area
Brownsville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,066. Residents earn $37,500 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Brownsville receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Brownsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Brownsville is $37,500, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 24.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Brownsville is $156,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Brownsville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 603 per 100,000, 69% below the national average.
6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Brownsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 82.0% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.0% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,500 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,298 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $817 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,009 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.9% |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 186 |
| County GDP | $250M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,111 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| Commute Time | 19.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $156,800 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $194,141 |
| Median List Price | $320,000 |
| Median List Price | $320,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $151 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $670 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,111 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.35% |
| Insurance Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,976/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Total Violent | 120.6/100K |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 120.6/100K |
| Total Property | 603.1/100K |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 482.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 120.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.0 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 684 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 408/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1949°N, 86.2653°W |
| County FIPS | 21061 |
Winner: Republican by 62.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.9% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 63.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 408/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 29 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |