Brownsville, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Houston County County
Brownsville, MN
At a Glance
How Brownsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brownsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brownsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brownsville residents earn a median household income of $63,977 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,896. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 471 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brownsville is $161,600 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $355,948. Median rent is $525/month, with 21.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Education
23.4% of adults in Brownsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brownsville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches.