Median Income
$82,750
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$361,300
28% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
81/100K
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,616
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.7%
86% lower than US avg
How Brownsville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,949
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density1,454/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans11.4%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,750
Per Capita$38,059
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$6,881M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$361,300
Rent$1,616
Ownership84.8%
Zillow$435,301
Housing Units825
Rent Burden28.0%
Crime
F
Violent81/100K
Property3,228/100K
Health
Obesity38.3%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.1%
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation337 ft (103 m)
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+11.6%
School Score4.87
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute30 min
Broadband92.6%
EV Stations2
Libraries9
Is Brownsville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brownsville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Brownsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brownsville is $82,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brownsville is $361,300, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,616 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Brownsville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,228 per 100,000, 65% above the national average.
Education
31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Brownsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Brownsville has a population of 1,949 with a density of 1,454 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 3.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.4% of residents. 11.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 95.8% have health insurance coverage.
Population
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Brownsville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
English Only
96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish
3.6%
73% below US avg
Social Characteristics
Brownsville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Brownsville is $82,750, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,059. The average weekly wage is $1,105, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,944 business establishments, including 260 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 4.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Brownsville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,750 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,059 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,105 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,863 |
| Gini Index | 0.402 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,944 |
| County GDP | $6,881M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 260 |
| Healthcare | 250 |
| Retail | 371 |
| Manufacturing | 169 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Cost of Living | 103.40 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.19% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
The median home value in Brownsville is $361,300, 28% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $435,301, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,616 (39% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,143 for a one-bedroom to $1,425 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 825 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $4,316 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
Home Values
| Census Median | $361,300 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $435,301 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,616 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 84.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 15.2% |
| Housing Units | 825 |
| Median Year Built | 1975 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.19% |
In Brownsville, 38.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 18.9% report binge drinking. 18.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 31.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,708. The dentist ratio is 1:1,631. 79.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Brownsville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Cancer | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 13.1% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 31.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
| Short Sleep | 35.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| Uninsured | 7.0% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Primary Care | 1:1,708 |
| Dentists | 1:1,631 |
| Mental Health | 1:379 |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Dental Visits | 64.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,440/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 250 |
Brownsville has a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,228 per 100,000, 65% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 24 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Brownsville receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Brownsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 80.9/100K |
| 79% below US avg |
| |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,228.0/100K |
| 65% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Traffic Accidents | 37 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Brownsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 337 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 337 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,454/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3922°N, 122.9833°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Linn County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mahlon Sweet Field (EUG)
22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Annual Rainfall
54.5"
43% above US avg
Wettest Month (Dec)
8.62"
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 88.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 41.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 62.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado |
Very Low |
| Earthquake |
Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire |
Very Low |
| Flood |
Relatively Moderate |
| Hail |
Very Low |
| Strong Wind |
Relatively High |
| Heat Wave |
Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather |
Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning |
Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm |
Relatively Low |
| Drought |
Very Low |
| Cold Wave |
Relatively Low |
| Landslide |
Relatively Low |
| Volcano |
Relatively Low |
| Avalanche |
Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
164 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990.
Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Mar 22, 2025.
| Mar 25, 1993 |
4 km E of Scotts Mills, Oregon |
M5.6 |
77 km |
| Jul 12, 2004 |
30 km W of Yachats, Oregon |
M4.9 |
120 km |
| Aug 19, 2004 |
19 km W of Newport, Oregon |
M4.7 |
109 km |
| Jun 29, 2002 |
6 km ENE of Government Camp, Oregon |
M4.5 |
146 km |
| Jul 4, 2015 |
16 km ENE of Springfield, Oregon |
M4.1 |
36 km |
| Jun 6, 2021 |
6 km NE of Government Camp, Oregon |
M3.9 |
147 km |
| Apr 24, 2003 |
3 km NW of North Portland, Oregon |
M3.9 |
139 km |
| Apr 15, 2017 |
43 km WNW of Yachats, Oregon |
M3.9 |
130 km |
| Feb 8, 1995 |
9 km ESE of Hubbard, Oregon |
M3.8 |
86 km |
| Jun 29, 2002 |
7 km NE of Government Camp, Oregon |
M3.8 |
147 km |
| Jun 8, 1993 |
5 km ESE of Scotts Mills, Oregon |
M3.7 |
77 km |
| Mar 20, 2012 |
29 km WNW of Yachats, Oregon |
M3.7 |
117 km |
| Jul 3, 1992 |
57 km W of Waldport, Oregon |
M3.6 |
143 km |
| Feb 24, 1999 |
8 km WSW of Molalla, Oregon |
M3.6 |
85 km |
| May 19, 2019 |
3 km ESE of Rose Lodge, Oregon |
M3.6 |
96 km |
| Sep 8, 2012 |
8 km N of Scotts Mills, Oregon |
M3.5 |
84 km |
| Aug 2, 1996 |
4 km S of Scotts Mills, Oregon |
M3.5 |
72 km |
| Jul 22, 1991 |
8 km N of Bethany, Oregon |
M3.5 |
139 km |
| Oct 19, 1990 |
6 km NE of Government Camp, Oregon |
M3.5 |
147 km |
| Nov 25, 1999 |
5 km NNE of Mount Angel, Oregon |
M3.4 |
82 km |
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)
Tornado History
36 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950.
Strongest: EF2. Total: 3 injuries.
| Date |
Rating |
Distance |
Fatalities |
| Dec 14, 2010 |
EF2 |
51 km |
0 |
| Dec 8, 1993 |
EF2 |
99 km |
0 |
| Sep 1, 2017 |
EF1 |
31 km |
0 |
| Jun 13, 2013 |
EF1 |
93 km |
0 |
| Jun 21, 2003 |
EF1 |
53 km |
0 |
| Oct 9, 2000 |
EF1 |
89 km |
0 |
| Nov 24, 1989 |
EF1 |
44 km |
0 |
| Mar 8, 1960 |
EF1 |
43 km |
0 |
| Dec 6, 1951 |
EF1 |
31 km |
0 |
| Oct 31, 2024 |
EF0 |
88 km |
0 |
| Jun 18, 2023 |
EF0 |
12 km |
0 |
| Oct 24, 2022 |
EF0 |
86 km |
0 |
| Oct 29, 2018 |
EF0 |
38 km |
0 |
| Oct 12, 2017 |
EF0 |
97 km |
0 |
| Apr 14, 2015 |
EF0 |
42 km |
0 |
| Jun 4, 2009 |
EF0 |
21 km |
0 |
| Sep 28, 2007 |
EF0 |
21 km |
0 |
| Dec 16, 2006 |
EF0 |
71 km |
0 |
| Dec 2, 1999 |
EF0 |
53 km |
0 |
| Oct 3, 1998 |
EF0 |
69 km |
0 |
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km.
Closest: Sand Mountain Field (84 km).
| Name |
Type |
Elevation |
Last Eruption |
Distance |
| Sand Mountain Field |
Pyroclastic cone(s) |
1,664 m (5,459 ft) |
-950 |
84 km |
| Belknap |
Shield(s) |
2,095 m (6,873 ft) |
480 |
92 km |
| Jefferson |
Stratovolcano |
3,199 m (10,495 ft) |
950 |
99 km |
| Three Sisters |
Complex |
3,159 m (10,364 ft) |
440 |
101 km |
| Bachelor |
Stratovolcano |
2,763 m (9,065 ft) |
-5800 |
113 km |
| Davis Lake |
Volcanic field |
2,163 m (7,096 ft) |
-2790 |
131 km |
| Cinnamon Butte |
Pyroclastic cone(s) |
1,956 m (6,417 ft) |
Unknown |
146 km |
| Hood |
Stratovolcano |
3,426 m (11,240 ft) |
1866 |
149 km |
| Newberry |
Shield |
2,434 m (7,986 ft) |
690 |
159 km |
| Crater Lake |
Caldera |
2,487 m (8,159 ft) |
-2850 |
177 km |
| West Crater |
Volcanic field |
1,329 m (4,360 ft) |
-5750 |
180 km |
| Indian Heaven |
Shield(s) |
1,806 m (5,925 ft) |
-6250 |
194 km |
| Devils Garden |
Volcanic field |
1,698 m (5,571 ft) |
Unknown |
196 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km.
Largest: BEACHIE CREEK (194,619 ac, 2020).
| Year |
Name |
Acres |
Distance |
| 2020 |
BEACHIE CREEK |
194,619 |
71 km |
| 2020 |
HOLIDAY FARM |
174,390 |
47 km |
| 2022 |
CEDAR CREEK MF |
136,357 |
97 km |
| 2003 |
BB COMPLEX (BOOTH) |
91,281 |
97 km |
| 2023 |
BEDROCK |
31,692 |
59 km |
| 2021 |
GALES |
31,655 |
66 km |
| 2021 |
BULL COMPLEX |
26,233 |
91 km |
| 2017 |
MR SEPARATION |
25,137 |
93 km |
| 2023 |
LOOKOUT |
25,103 |
70 km |
| 2017 |
WHITEWATER |
11,758 |
94 km |
| 2018 |
TERWILLIGER |
11,400 |
72 km |
| 2017 |
JONES |
10,260 |
57 km |
| 2017 |
REBEL |
9,047 |
79 km |
| 2007 |
GW FIRE |
7,661 |
99 km |
| 2011 |
SHADOW LAKE |
6,866 |
89 km |
| 1991 |
WARNER CREEK |
6,836 |
99 km |
| 2014 |
DECEPTION CREEK |
6,021 |
80 km |
| 2006 |
CASCADE CREST COMPLEX (LAKE GEORGE) |
5,854 |
93 km |
| 2006 |
CASCADE CREST COMPLEX (PUZZLE) |
5,400 |
93 km |
| 1988 |
88771081 |
5,174 |
94 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)
Monthly Weather
| Month |
Avg Temperature |
Precipitation |
Summary |
| January |
41°F (5°C) |
7.8 in |
|
| February |
43°F (6°C) |
6.2 in |
|
| March |
46°F (8°C) |
5.9 in |
|
| April |
49°F (10°C) |
3.8 in |
|
| May |
54°F (12°C) |
2.9 in |
|
| June |
60°F (15°C) |
2.0 in |
|
| July |
66°F (19°C) |
0.7 in |
Warmest, Driest |
| August |
66°F (19°C) |
1.2 in |
|
| September |
61°F (16°C) |
2.1 in |
|
| October |
53°F (12°C) |
4.1 in |
|
| November |
45°F (7°C) |
8.5 in |
|
| December |
40°F (4°C) |
8.6 in |
Coldest, Wettest |
Brownsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 40°F in December to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.6") and July the driest (0.7").
Average costs for common services in Brownsville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) |
$259 ($155–$414) |
| Specialist Visit |
$362 ($207–$569) |
| Urgent Care Visit |
$207 ($103–$362) |
| Emergency Room Visit |
$2,275 ($827–$5,170) |
| Dental Cleaning |
$134 ($78–$207) |
| Dental Filling |
$259 ($155–$414) |
View all 40 services
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) |
$47 ($26–$78) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) |
$78 ($52–$124) |
| Brake Pad Replacement |
$310 ($155–$517) |
| Tire Rotation |
$41 ($21–$78) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) |
$620 ($414–$1,034) |
| Battery Replacement |
$207 ($103–$362) |
View all 18 services
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) |
$103 ($62–$155) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) |
$93 ($52–$145) |
| HVAC Repair |
$414 ($155–$827) |
| HVAC System Install |
$7,238 ($4,136–$12,408) |
| Roof Repair |
$1,034 ($414–$2,068) |
| Roof Replacement |
$9,306 ($5,687–$15,510) |
View all 25 services
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) |
$1,551 ($517–$3,619) |
| Divorce (Contested) |
$15,510 ($5,170–$31,020) |
| DUI Defense |
$5,170 ($2,068–$10,340) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) |
$1,551 ($827–$3,102) |
| Will Preparation |
$517 ($207–$1,034) |
| Trust Preparation |
$2,585 ($1,034–$5,170) |
View all 12 services
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut |
$26 ($16–$47) |
| Women's Haircut |
$57 ($31–$103) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) |
$155 ($78–$259) |
| Manicure |
$26 ($16–$47) |
| Pedicure |
$41 ($26–$67) |
| Massage (1 Hour) |
$83 ($52–$134) |
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Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) |
$4.24 ($3.10–$5.69) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) |
$3.62 ($2.59–$5.17) |
| Loaf of Bread |
$3.93 ($2.59–$5.69) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) |
$4.65 ($3.10–$6.72) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) |
$5.69 ($4.14–$7.76) |
| Rice (per lb) |
$1.03 ($0.62–$1.86) |
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Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) |
$145 ($83–$259) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) |
$72 ($31–$155) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) |
$72 ($41–$124) |
| Internet (Monthly) |
$72 ($41–$103) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) |
$67 ($31–$103) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) |
$88 ($52–$155) |
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Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) |
$207 ($78–$517) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) |
$2,068 ($1,241–$3,619) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) |
$72 ($31–$134) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) |
$16 ($8.27–$26) |
| Car Registration (Annual) |
$103 ($31–$259) |
| Driver's License Renewal |
$31 ($16–$78) |
View all 8 services
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) |
$1,241 ($620–$2,585) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) |
$1,034 ($517–$2,068) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) |
$414 ($207–$724) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) |
$52 ($26–$103) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course |
$1,034 ($414–$2,585) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) |
$12,925 ($5,170–$31,020) |
View all 8 services
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) |
$62 ($31–$103) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) |
$103 ($52–$207) |
| Dog Grooming |
$62 ($31–$103) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) |
$41 ($21–$78) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter |
$310 ($155–$517) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter |
$207 ($103–$414) |
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Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) |
| Infant | $1,020 |
| Toddler | $932 |
| Preschool | $756 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) |
| Infant | $749 |
| Toddler | $700 |
| Preschool | $650 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Frequently Asked Questions About Brownsville
What is the population of Brownsville?
Brownsville has a population of 1,949 residents and is located in Oregon. The population density is 1,454 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Brownsville expensive to live in?
Brownsville has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $82,750, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $361,300 (28% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,616 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Brownsville safe?
Brownsville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,228 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Brownsville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Brownsville?
Brownsville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 32.
How is the job market in Brownsville?
The job market in Brownsville is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,105. There are 3,944 business establishments in the area, including 260 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 4.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Brownsville?
The median home value in Brownsville is $361,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $435,301. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,616. Fair market rent is $1,143 for a 1-bedroom and $1,425 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,316.
How are the schools in Brownsville?
Schools in Brownsville have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 31.9% of adults in Brownsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Brownsville?
The obesity rate in Brownsville is 38.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 18.7% are physically inactive. 31.9% of residents report depression. 7.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 79.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,708.
What is transportation like in Brownsville?
The average commute in Brownsville is 30 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Brownsville?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Brownsville is 88.8% White, 3.7% Hispanic or Latino. 96.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.6% speak Spanish. 11.4% of the population are military veterans. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 95.8% have health insurance coverage.
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