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Brownsville, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Brownsville is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 624. Residents earn $63,977 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
624 Population 337/sq mi density
$63,977 Median Income $44,896 per capita
$161,600 Home Value $336,494 Zillow
$525 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,977 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,600 home value, $525/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,977
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,600
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population624
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,977
Per Capita$44,896
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$810M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,600
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$336,494
Housing Units282
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.3%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries5

Is Brownsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brownsville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Brownsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brownsville is $63,977, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brownsville is $161,600, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Brownsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 34.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Brownsville has a population of 624 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

624
Total Population
337
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Brownsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brownsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brownsville is $63,977, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Brownsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,977
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,896
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$74,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)471
County GDP$810M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare50
Retail52
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Brownsville is $161,600, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $336,494.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,600
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$336,494

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.3%
Housing Units282
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Brownsville, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep29.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death6,148/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities50
Brownsville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall34.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates43.7011°N, 91.2880°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density337/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants29
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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