Brownsville, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Haywood County County
Brownsville, TN
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 $39,488 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,811. The unemployment rate stands at 8.9% (147% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 412 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brownsville is $119,700 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,025. Median rent is $737/month, with 29.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Brownsville reports 1,015 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 167% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,515/100K.
Education
11.8% of adults in Brownsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 82.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brownsville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches.