Brownsville, TX
Texas · Cameron County · Brownsville-Harlingen Metro
Brownsville is a large city in Texas with a population of 188,023. Residents earn $48,675 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How Brownsville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Brownsville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brownsville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Brownsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brownsville is $48,675, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brownsville is $122,400, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 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.
Safety & Crime
The violent crime rate of 421 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,469 per 100,000, 26% above the national average.
Education
22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Brownsville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Brownsville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Brownsville vs U.S. Average
Income: Brownsville vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,675 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,338 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,428 |
| Gini Index | 0.468 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.5% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,200 |
| County GDP | $17,387M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 815 |
| Healthcare | 1,060 |
| Retail | 1,030 |
| Manufacturing | 186 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 97.10 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $122,400 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $193,950 |
| Median List Price | $239,250 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $239,250 |
| $/Sq Ft | $168 |
| Homes Sold | 72 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.9% |
| Price Drops | 17.4% |
| Inventory | 415 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $906 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,621 |
| Rent Burden | 29.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 59.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 40.1% |
| Housing Units | 62,086 |
| Median Year Built | 1993 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.22% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-07-07)
Health Metrics: Brownsville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Cancer | 4.3% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 13.7% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.7% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Short Sleep | 40.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.4% |
| Uninsured | 36.9% |
| 329% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,034 |
| Dentists | 1:3,127 |
| Mental Health | 1:1,028 |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Dental Visits | 46.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,065/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,060 |
Crime Rates: Brownsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 420.8/100K |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 44.5/100K |
| Robbery | 77.5/100K |
| Assault | 298.8/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 2,468.9/100K |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 342.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,061.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 65.6/100K |
| Arson | 14.6/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Traffic Accidents | 13 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 1.9 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.3°F |
| 41% above US avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 146.3 sq mi (378.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,410/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.9957°N, 97.4508°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Cameron County County |
| Nearest Airport | Brownsville/South Padre Island International (BRO) 6 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0363 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 9.4 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 97.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 91.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 6.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 87°F (30°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
Brownsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 62°F in December to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.7") and March the driest (0.8").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 5.8 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Traffic Accidents | 13 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 1.9 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.3% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 70.8% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 5.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.14 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,410/sq mi |
| Total Area | 146.3 sq mi |
| County | Cameron County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 82.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 133.1 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 9.0 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 10 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 12 |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,060 |
| Restaurants | 815 |
| Retail Stores | 1,030 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $243 ($146–$388) |
| Specialist Visit | $340 ($194–$534) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $194 ($97–$340) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,136 ($777–$4,855) |
| Dental Cleaning | $126 ($73–$194) |
| Dental Filling | $243 ($146–$388) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $44 ($24–$73) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $73 ($49–$117) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $291 ($146–$486) |
| Tire Rotation | $39 ($19–$73) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $583 ($388–$971) |
| Battery Replacement | $194 ($97–$340) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $97 ($58–$146) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $87 ($49–$136) |
| HVAC Repair | $388 ($146–$777) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652) |
| Roof Repair | $971 ($388–$1,942) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,457 ($486–$3,399) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130) |
| DUI Defense | $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,457 ($777–$2,913) |
| Will Preparation | $486 ($194–$971) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,428 ($971–$4,855) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($15–$44) |
| Women's Haircut | $53 ($29–$97) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $146 ($73–$243) |
| Manicure | $24 ($15–$44) |
| Pedicure | $39 ($24–$63) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $78 ($49–$126) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $136 ($78–$243) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $68 ($29–$146) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $68 ($39–$117) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $68 ($39–$97) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $63 ($29–$97) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $83 ($49–$146) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $194 ($73–$486) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $68 ($29–$126) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($7.77–$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $97 ($29–$243) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $29 ($15–$73) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,165 ($583–$2,428) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $971 ($486–$1,942) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $388 ($194–$680) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $49 ($24–$97) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $971 ($388–$2,428) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $58 ($29–$97) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $97 ($49–$194) |
| Dog Grooming | $58 ($29–$97) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $39 ($19–$73) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $291 ($146–$486) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $194 ($97–$388) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $667 |
| Toddler | $632 |
| Preschool | $619 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $611 |
| Toddler | $589 |
| Preschool | $580 |
Top Industries in Cameron County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 46,282 | 1,150 | $36,440 | 2.06 |
| Retail Trade | 17,538 | 1,032 | $33,102 | 1.12 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 17,369 | 836 | $21,179 | 1.22 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 9,401 | 314 | $36,225 | 1.02 |
| Manufacturing | 7,110 | 246 | $62,212 | 0.55 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 5,508 | 564 | $109,183 | 0.51 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4,558 | 332 | $60,086 | 0.69 |
| Construction | 3,867 | 423 | $52,924 | 0.47 |
| Finance & Insurance | 3,406 | 447 | $63,954 | 0.54 |
| Wholesale Trade | 3,041 | 350 | $57,572 | 0.49 |
| Other Services | 2,768 | 487 | $38,474 | 0.59 |
| Educational Services | 2,005 | 72 | $50,833 | 0.62 |
| Real Estate | 1,883 | 396 | $40,583 | 0.77 |
| Information & Technology | 1,408 | 55 | $59,535 | 0.48 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 1,233 | 82 | $22,538 | 0.47 |
| Management of Companies | 594 | 24 | $41,010 | 0.22 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 400 | 126 | $35,525 | 0.32 |
| Utilities | 393 | 13 | $95,456 | 0.66 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 101 | 12 | $55,294 | 0.17 |
| Unclassified | 67 | 42 | $37,286 | 0.31 |
Colleges & Universities in Brownsville
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Southmost College | Public · Associate | 10,342 | — | $3,748 | $4,948 |
| Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville | Private For-Profit · Associate | 1,074 | — | — | — |
| South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Brownsville | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 415 | — | — | — |
| Mei Barber School | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 178 | — | — | — |
| Salon & Spa Institute | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 157 | — | — | — |
Hospitals in Brownsville
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALLEY BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER- BROWNSVILLE | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes | (956) 544-1400 |
| VALLEY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes | (956) 350-7000 |
Schools in Brownsville
71+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERA EARLY COLLEGE H S | High | 2,254 | 141 | 16.0:1 |
| HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S | High | 2,246 | 146 | 15.4:1 |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S | High | 2,172 | 136 | 16.0:1 |
| LOPEZ EARLY COLLEGE H S | High | 1,831 | 129 | 14.2:1 |
| PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S | High | 1,814 | 124 | 14.6:1 |
| PACE EARLY COLLEGE H S | High | 1,788 | 121 | 14.8:1 |
| STILLMAN MIDDLE | Middle | 1,095 | 69 | 15.9:1 |
| JUBILEE BROWNSVILLE (Charter) | Other | 1,010 | 55 | 18.4:1 |
| FAULK MIDDLE | Middle | 976 | 70 | 13.9:1 |
| MANZANO MIDDLE | Middle | 905 | 59 | 15.3:1 |
| GARCIA MIDDLE | Middle | 893 | 61 | 14.6:1 |
| BENAVIDES EL | Elementary | 882 | 53 | 16.6:1 |
| PULLAM EL | Elementary | 841 | 50 | 16.8:1 |
| IDEA RIVERVIEW ACADEMY (Charter) | Elementary | 830 | 34 | 24.4:1 |
| IDEA FRONTIER ACADEMY (Charter) | Elementary | 818 | 34 | 24.1:1 |
| OLIVEIRA MIDDLE | Middle | 802 | 61 | 13.1:1 |
| IDEA RIVERVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY (Charter) | High | 787 | 52 | 15.1:1 |
| STELL MIDDLE | Middle | 781 | 57 | 13.7:1 |
| PAREDES EL | Elementary | 778 | 52 | 15.0:1 |
| IDEA BROWNSVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (Charter) | High | 762 | 48 | 15.9:1 |
| IDEA FRONTIER COLLEGE PREPARATORY (Charter) | High | 759 | 49 | 15.5:1 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE ACADEMY (Charter) | Elementary | 718 | 34 | 21.1:1 |
| IDEA BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY (Charter) | Elementary | 700 | 31 | 22.6:1 |
| LUCIO MIDDLE | Middle | 698 | 55 | 12.7:1 |
| HUDSON EL | Elementary | 666 | 45 | 14.8:1 |
| RANCHO VERDE EL | Elementary | 661 | 39 | 16.9:1 |
| CHAMPION EL | Elementary | 655 | 44 | 14.9:1 |
| CANALES EL | Elementary | 654 | 40 | 16.4:1 |
| GONZALEZ EL | Elementary | 653 | 40 | 16.3:1 |
| VELA MIDDLE | Middle | 638 | 48 | 13.3:1 |
| PEREZ EL | Elementary | 628 | 42 | 15.0:1 |
| VERMILLION ROAD EL | Elementary | 618 | 41 | 15.1:1 |
| BURNS EL | Elementary | 604 | 40 | 15.1:1 |
| DORA ROMERO EL | Elementary | 587 | 37 | 15.9:1 |
| BESTEIRO MIDDLE | Middle | 575 | 45 | 12.8:1 |
| OLMITO EL | Elementary | 575 | 38 | 15.1:1 |
| PERKINS MIDDLE | Middle | 571 | 51 | 11.2:1 |
| AIKEN EL | Elementary | 570 | 38 | 15.0:1 |
| BREEDEN EL | Elementary | 569 | 34 | 16.7:1 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - BROWNSVILLE (Charter) | High | 552 | 42 | 13.1:1 |
| YTURRIA EL | Elementary | 548 | 35 | 15.7:1 |
| EGLY EL | Elementary | 546 | 34 | 16.1:1 |
| BRITE EL | Elementary | 545 | 33 | 16.5:1 |
| KELLER EL | Elementary | 532 | 33 | 16.1:1 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - BROWNSVILLE (Charter) | Elementary | 522 | 38 | 13.7:1 |
| BRYSS ACADEMY (Charter) | Elementary | 508 | 32 | 15.9:1 |
| CROMACK EL | Elementary | 501 | 31 | 16.2:1 |
| ORTIZ EL | Elementary | 500 | 35 | 14.3:1 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (Charter) | Middle | 487 | 24 | 20.3:1 |
| RUSSELL EL | Elementary | 486 | 34 | 14.3:1 |
| IDEA SPORTS PARK ACADEMY (Charter) | Elementary | 481 | 27 | 17.8:1 |
| PUTEGNAT EL | Elementary | 478 | 28 | 17.1:1 |
| CASTANEDA EL | Elementary | 474 | 32 | 14.8:1 |
| PENA EL | Elementary | 472 | 27 | 17.5:1 |
| JUBILEE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (Charter) | Elementary | 471 | 26 | 18.1:1 |
| SHARP EL | Elementary | 470 | 28 | 16.8:1 |
| MARTIN EL | Elementary | 438 | 29 | 15.1:1 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL | Elementary | 424 | 27 | 15.7:1 |
| GARDEN PARK EL | Elementary | 398 | 27 | 14.7:1 |
| GALLEGOS EL | Elementary | 396 | 29 | 13.7:1 |
| JUBILEE LIVING WAY (Charter) | Elementary | 382 | 22 | 17.4:1 |
| VILLA NUEVA EL | Elementary | 361 | 25 | 14.4:1 |
| EL JARDIN EL | Elementary | 360 | 22 | 16.4:1 |
| BROWNSVILLE EARLY COLLEGE H S | High | 348 | 15 | 23.2:1 |
| SOUTHMOST EL | Elementary | 339 | 23 | 14.7:1 |
| SKINNER EL | Elementary | 333 | 22 | 15.1:1 |
| PALM GROVE EL | Elementary | 305 | 20 | 15.3:1 |
| IDEA SPORTS PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY (Charter) | High | 273 | 21 | 13.0:1 |
| GARZA EL | Elementary | 238 | 20 | 11.9:1 |
| DEL CASTILLO EL | Elementary | 228 | 16 | 14.3:1 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE (Charter) | Elementary | 192 | 12 | 16.0:1 |
Radio Stations near Brownsville
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W1420 (Matamoros) - 1420 AM - XEEW-AM - RadioDual - Matamoros, Tamaulipas (MX) | 1420 am, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LA COMADRE 107.1 (Matamoros) - 107.1 FM - XHVTH-FM - Multimedios Radio - Matamoros, Tamaulipas (MX) | 107.1 fm, américa | AAC 93 kbps |
National Parks Near Brownsville
5 national parks and monuments found near Brownsville.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bentsen - Rio Grande Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Boca Chica | State Park | Free |
| Estero Llano Grande State ParK | State Park | Free |
| Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Resaca de la Palma State Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in Brownsville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROWNSVILLE MUSEUM OF FINE ART | ART MUSEUM | 9565420941 | $410,805 | |
| HISTORIC BROWNSVILLE MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9565481313 | $162,434 | |
| SOUTH PADRE ISLAND DOLPHIN RESEARCH & SEALIFE NATURE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 9562991957 | $127,502 | |
| HARLINGEN ARTS & HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9562164901 | $83,614 | |
| BROWNSVILLE BARNSTORMERS FLYING MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9565418585 | $26,416 | |
| BROWNSVILLE HERITAGE RESOURCE CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9565415560 | ||
| BROWNSVILLE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9565423929 | ||
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF BROWNSVILLE | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 9565489300 | ||
| CONFEDERATE AIR FORCE-RGV WING | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9565418585 | ||
| GANN HISTORICAL SOCIETY & LIBRARY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| GLADYS PORTER ZOO | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 500 RINGGOLD STREET | 9565467187 | |
| HARLINGEN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| IWO JIMA MEMORIAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 320 N IWO JIMA BLVD | ||
| LAGUNA MADRE MUSEUM FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| NARCISCO MRTNZ CULTURAL ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 225 EAST STENGER | 9563670335 | |
| OLD CITY CEMETERY CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9565411167 | ||
| PALO ALTO BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9565412785 | ||
| PALO ALTO NATIONAL PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7200 PEREDES LINE ROAD | 9565412785 | |
| RUSTEBERG ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 9568827097 | ||
| SAN BENITO HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| STILLMAN HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9565423929 | ||
| TEXAS CONJUNTO MUSIC HALL OF FAME | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9562769588 | ||
| Casa de arte y cultura Casamata | ||||
| Museo Casamata | ||||
| Museo del ferrocarril |
Libraries in Brownsville
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROWNSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2600 CENTRAL BLVD | 0.0 | 1,088,681 | |||
| HARLINGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 410 76 DR | 0.0 | 278,272 | |||
| PORT ISABEL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 213 N YTURRIA ST | 0.0 | 99,745 | |||
| SAN BENITO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 101 W ROSE ST | 0.0 | 89,752 | |||
| ETHEL L WHIPPLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 402 W OCEAN BLVD | 0.0 | 44,235 | |||
| LAGUNA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1300 PALM BLVD | 0.0 | 13,074 | |||
| RIO HONDO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 121 W ARROYO BLVD | 0.0 | 8,586 | |||
| Lorendo Mendez Soto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Brownsville
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1400 Palm Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520 | |||||
| Brownsville Farmers' Market | Linear Park, 6th & Ringgold St. | 01/01/2014 to 01/01/2015 | Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Harlingen Farmers Market | Sat: 3:00 PM-4:30 PM; | Visit | |||
| La Gran Pulga | |||||
| Laguna Vista Farmers Market | 1 Golf House Road | Tue: 4:00 PM-5:30 PM; | |||
| mercadito matamoros | |||||
| mercadito matamoros | |||||
| Oxxo | |||||
| Oxxo | |||||
| Tianguis Av. del Niño | |||||
| Tianguis Casa Blanca | |||||
| Tianguis Las Américas | |||||
| Tianguis Palmares 151 | |||||
| Tianguis Pulga |
Stadiums & Teams in Brownsville
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Nursing Homes in Brownsville
6 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALLEY BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER BROWNSVILLE 1040 W JEFFERSON ST |
For profit - Partnership | 6 | 6 | 4/5 | — | 5/5 | 3/5 | 9566985400 |
| ALTA VISTA REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE 510 PAREDES LINE RD |
For profit - Corporation | 100 | 76 | 3/5 | — | 3/5 | 5/5 | 9565465358 |
| EBONY LAKE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 1001 CENTRAL BLVD |
For profit - Partnership | 122 | 112 | 3/5 | — | 3/5 | 5/5 | 9565410917 |
| BROWNSVILLE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 320 LORENALY DR |
For profit - Corporation | 120 | 111 | 2/5 | — | 4/5 | 3/5 | 9563502252 |
| SCC AT VALLEY GRANDE 901 WILDROSE LN |
For profit - Corporation | 121 | 121 | 1/5 | — | 3/5 | 2/5 | 9565464568 |
| SPANISH MEADOWS 440 E RUBEN TORRES BLVD |
For profit - Partnership | 118 | 118 | 1/5 | — | 1/5 | 3/5 | 9565467378 |
Pharmacies in Brownsville
37 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ART'S PHARMACY | 3354 INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD | 956-544-2959 |
| ART'S PHARMACY | 3855 SOUTHMOST ROAD | 956-542-7173 |
| AUTREY PHARMACY | 1205 CENTRAL BOULEVARD | 956-548-0801 |
| BROWNSVILLE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER PHARMACY | 2137 EAST 22ND STREET | 956-548-7431 |
| CANTU SOUTHMOST PHARMACY | 3243 SOUTHMOST ROAD | 956-546-7020 |
| COMMUNITY PHARMACY | 765 PAREDES LINE ROAD | 956-542-2669 |
| COMPLETE RX PHARMACY | 1885 EAST PRICE ROAD | 956-554-3549 |
| CVS - 2182 | 4531 PADRE ISLAND HIGHWAY | 956-542-1733 |
| CVS - 2701 | 790 ALTON GLOOR BOULEVARD | 956-544-0213 |
| CVS - 8398 | 7395 PADRE ISLAND HIGHWAY | 956-838-1264 |
| HEB - 263 | 1628 CENTRAL BOULEVARD | 956-542-0934 |
| HEB - 332 | 2950 SOUTHMOST ROAD | 956-541-8602 |
| HEB - 446 | 2155 PAREDES LINE ROAD | 956-574-9707 |
| HEB - 489 | 2250 BOCA CHICA BOULEVARD | 956-541-0384 |
| HECTORS PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY | 3127 INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD | 956-546-2021 |
| KMART | 2440 PABLO KISEL BOULEVARD | 956-546-3407 |
| LAS PALMAS PHARMACY | 864 CENTRAL BOULEVARD | 956-542-7400 |
| LOPEZ PHARMACY | 5850 FARM TO MARKET 802 | 956-838-0800 |
| LOS EBANOS PHARMACY | 1134 EAST LOS EBANOS BOULEVARD | 956-542-8542 |
| LOS EBANOS PHARMACY NORTH | 4920 NORTH EXPRESSWAY | 956-350-5881 |
| LY'S PHARMACY | 3675 BOCA CHICA BOULEVARD | 956-544-2059 |
| PETE'S PHARMACY | 5235 SOUTHMOST ROAD | 956-504-9555 |
| PETE'S PHARMACY | 95 EAST PRICE ROAD | 956-541-2400 |
| SAM'S CLUB - 8126 | 3570 WEST ALTON GLOOR BOULEVARD | 956-350-9938 |
| SU CLINICA FAMILIAR - BROWNSVILLE CLINIC | 4000 FARM TO MARKET 511 | 956-831-8338 |
| TARGET | 301 EAST MORRISON ROAD | 956-698-6121 |
| TEXAS ONCOLOGY - BROWNSVILLE | 2150 NORTH EXPRESSWAY | 956-547-1685 |
| THE FRIENDLY PHARMACY | 3302 BOCA CHICA BOULEVARD | 956-544-1200 |
| TRINITY DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT | 680 PAREDES LINE ROAD | 956-554-3560 |
| UNITED CARE PHARMACY | 1755 WEST PRICE ROAD | 956-546-0444 |
| VALLEY BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY | 1040 WEST JEFFERSON STREET | 956-544-1400 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1000 | 2721 BOCA CHICA BOULEVARD | 956-544-7516 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 456 | 3500 WEST ALTON GLOOR BOULEVARD | 956-350-3455 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 5493 | 7480 PADRE ISLAND HIGHWAY | 956-832-0392 |
| WALGREENS - 10465 | 2105 EAST RUBEN TORRES BOULEVARD | 956-504-3142 |
| WALGREENS - 10826 | 1525 CENTRAL BOULEVARD | 956-546-0476 |
| WALGREENS - 2896 | 4490 EAST 14TH STREET | 956-542-3891 |
EV Charging Stations in Brownsville
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H‑E‑B plus! - Tesla Supercharger | 2155 Paredes Line Road | Tesla | 8 | TESLA | public | |
| TIPTON HYUNDAI STATION 1 | 5750 Frontage Rd | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Holiday Inn Express - Tesla Destination | 1985 North Expressway | Tesla Destination | 4 | TESLA | public | |
| Home2 Suites - Tesla Destination | 747 Springmart Blvd | Tesla Destination | 4 | TESLA | public | |
| Residence Inn Brownsville - Tesla Destination | 3975 N Expressway 83 | Tesla Destination | 4 | TESLA | public | |
| Rocket Ranch | 43742 Palmito Hill Rd | Tesla Destination | 1 | TESLA | public |
Cell Towers in Brownsville
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.45 miles E of US Route77/83 & 0.05 miles W of Old Alice Road | TOWER | 121 |
| 33285 ROAD 539 | TOWER | 95 |
| (Port Brownsville site) 13918 State Hwy 48 | TOWER | 81 |
| (MTSO Harlingen) 521 East Jackson Street | TOWER | 49 |
| 0.45 miles W of Hwy 2520, 1.5 mi S of Hwy 2520 & US-83 | TOWER | 42 |
| 16301 JOE GARZA RD (65334) | MTOWER | 39 |
| 1729 E. Vinson (Commerce #35446) | TOWER | 38 |
| 329 Ramsey Road (San Benito 132001184) | TOWER | 37 |
| 1585 - B Calle Espacio (164571) | MTOWER | 37 |
| (San Benito DT) 731 E. Business Hwy 77 | TOWER | 34 |
| 4801 Southmost Blvd (164889) | MTOWER | 31 |
| 2600 TAYLOR STREET (137167) | MTOWER | 31 |
| 0.5 miles S of State Route 4 | TOWER | 26 |
Fire Stations in Brownsville
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville Fire Department | 1150 E Adams ST | Career | 956-546-3195 |
Power Plants Near Brownsville
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SILAS RAY | NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE; NATURAL GAS FIRE | 221112 | -97.5 | OP |
Bridges in Brownsville
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2009 | 338 | 14,563 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2013 | 248 | 13,500 | G | |
| Other | Prestressed concrete | 2018 | 90 | 13,400 | G | |
| Other | Prestressed concrete | 2009 | 90 | 13,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 225 | 13,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 225 | 13,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 378 | 13,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2009 | 378 | 13,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 420 | 13,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 420 | 13,400 | G | |
| Other | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 90 | 10,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1996 | 190 | 9,678 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2013 | 1,080 | 5,000 | G | |
| Other | Prestressed concrete | 2009 | 90 | 2,600 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2009 | 36 | 2,600 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2013 | 21 | 1,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2013 | 370 | 1,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2010 | 27 | 145 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2013 | 21 | 100 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2013 | 21 | 100 | G |
Correctional Facilities in Brownsville
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAMERON COUNTY JAIL | 954 E HARRISON ST | COUNTY | 1,077 | 1,746 | OPEN |
| BROWNSVILLE CITY JAIL | 600 EAST JACKSON STREET | LOCAL | 23 | -999 | OPEN |
| CAMERON COUNTY DETENTION CENTER 2 | 1145 E HARRISON | COUNTY | 348 | -999 | OPEN |
| CAMERON COUNTY DETENTION CENTER 1 | 1145 E HARRISON | COUNTY | 349 | -999 | OPEN |
Superfund Sites Near Brownsville
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| SILAS RAY POWER PLANT | 94 W 13TH ST | CAMERON |
Airports Near Brownsville
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport | BRO | Medium Airport |
| General Servando Canales International Airport | MAM | Medium Airport |
| Valley International Airport | HRL | Medium Airport |
| Alamo Aerial Applicators Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bennack Flying Services Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bravo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Charles R Johnson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Drennan Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Huizache Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Enrique Cardenaz Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farm Services Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying 'K' Ranch Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying W Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kilo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kornegay Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Gemelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Ebanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Fresnos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mid Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mid-Valley Dusters Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Norman & White Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Old Reb Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omni Ranch Ultralight Flightpark | — | Small Airport |
| Port Isabel Cameron County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Buena Vista Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Reynolds Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Dusters Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rowland Dusters Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose de los Llanitos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scott Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shofner Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skalitsky Airport | — | Small Airport |
| South Texas International at Edinburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| T R Funk Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Brownsville
22 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 2993 North Indiana Avenue | ||
| Brownsville Independent School District Police Department | ||
| Brownsville Independent School District Police Department | ||
| Brownsville Police Department | ||
| Brownsville Police Department | 600 East Jackson Street | |
| Cameron County Sheriff's Department | 7300 Old Alice Road | |
| Cameron County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Cameron County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Cameron County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Cameron County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Department of Public Safety DPS | 2901 Paredes Line Road | |
| Laguna Vista Police Department | ||
| Los Fresnos Police Department | 200 North Brazil Street | |
| Port Isabel Police Department | 110 West Hickman Avenue | |
| Port of Brownsville Police Command Center | 2993 North Indiana Avenue | |
| Rancho Viejo Police Department | ||
| Rio Hondo Police Department | ||
| San Benito Police Department | ||
| San Benito Police Department | 601 North Oscar Williams | |
| seguridad publica municipal | ||
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| University Police | 2671 FJRM Avenue |
Treatment Centers in Brownsville
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Eldorado Texas Community Service Ctr - Brownsville Health Services | Substance Abuse | 956-550-9970 |
| Palms Behavioral Health | Both | 956-365-2600 |
| Tropical Texas Behavioral Health | Both | 956-547-5400 |
| Tropical Texas Behavioral Health | Both | 956-364-6500 |
DOL Wage Violations in Brownsville
248 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $4,315,054 in back wages owed to 7,992 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Key - Casa Padre | MAJOR | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $566,148 | $323 | 1,753 |
| Southwestern Security Services | SIGNIFICANT | — | 78523 | — | 3 | $356,406 | $1,233 | 289 |
| Welding Works International | SIGNIFICANT | — | 78521 | — | 3 | $277,248 | $2,390 | 116 |
| AVC International Workforce LLC | SIGNIFICANT | — | 78521 | — | 2 | $244,632 | $1,867 | 131 |
| ESCO MARINE, INC. [OSHA] | SIGNIFICANT | — | 78521 | Ship Building and Repairing | 3 | $160,159 | $177 | 907 |
| Bay Bridge of Texas | SIGNIFICANT | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $130,021 | $644 | 202 |
| Cesar Enterprises, Inc. | SIGNIFICANT | — | 78521 | — | 3 | $127,367 | $980 | 130 |
| ESCO Industrial Contracting LLC | SIGNIFICANT | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $116,615 | $804 | 145 |
| Grandpa & Grandma Primary Home Care | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $77,066 | $1,376 | 56 |
| El Piquin Sabores Mexicanos | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $64,334 | $1,261 | 51 |
| Platinum Electrical Services, Inc. | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $59,640 | $1,529 | 39 |
| ESCO Marine Inc. (Cape Carthage) | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $57,160 | $489 | 117 |
| Pastranas | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $56,800 | $768 | 74 |
| Tasty International Buffet | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $55,977 | $835 | 67 |
| Raul Yzaguirre School For Success | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $55,412 | $1,979 | 28 |
| Labor Today | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $46,240 | $1,594 | 29 |
| ESCO Marine Inc. (Del Viento) | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $42,541 | $394 | 108 |
| Alegre Encuentro ADC | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $42,436 | $6,062 | 7 |
| Dr. Patrick Ellis, M.D. | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $40,904 | $2,727 | 15 |
| Lopez Supermarkets #1 | — | — | 78520 | — | 2 | $40,468 | $1,065 | 38 |
| CMS Primary Home Care | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $39,582 | $2,199 | 18 |
| Reyes Marine & Industrial, Inc. | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $39,263 | $3,926 | 10 |
| 100% Natural | — | — | 78521 | — | 3 | $39,221 | $2,307 | 17 |
| Kikis Restaurant (Southmost) | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $37,967 | $2,233 | 17 |
| Antojito's Yolis | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $36,466 | $12,155 | 3 |
| MARINE METAL, INC. [OSHA] | — | — | 78521 | Ship Building and Repairing | 1 | $34,995 | $287 | 122 |
| Shorty & Sons Electric | — | — | 78520 | — | 2 | $34,152 | $923 | 37 |
| Gonzalez Tile | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $33,839 | $3,384 | 10 |
| Kikis Restaurant 3 (Ruben M. Torres) | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $31,533 | $2,426 | 13 |
| Big Daddy's Burgers & Shakes | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $30,977 | $720 | 43 |
| Kohl's Dept Store #1105 | — | Kohls Corporation | 78520 | — | 1 | $30,974 | $3,097 | 10 |
| Valley International Country Club | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $30,632 | $766 | 40 |
| Brownsville Infectious Disease, P.A | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $30,569 | $3,397 | 9 |
| Arthritis & Osteoporosis Centers | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $30,551 | $2,182 | 14 |
| Uchi Japanese Restaurant-Brownsville | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $30,442 | $4,349 | 7 |
| Kikis Restaurant (Paredes Ln). | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $30,377 | $2,170 | 14 |
| NVS Corporate Services | — | — | 78520 | — | 8 | $28,079 | $1,080 | 26 |
| TRANSMAQUILA INC. [OSHA] | — | — | 78521 | Other Automotive Mechanical and Electrical Repair and Maintenance | 1 | $25,777 | $1,983 | 13 |
| Border Home Health, Inc. | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $23,812 | $2,165 | 11 |
| Tipton Motors | — | — | 78523 | — | 1 | $22,940 | $533 | 43 |
| Anita's Tortilleria | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $22,081 | $4,416 | 5 |
| Kikis Restaurant (Padre Island Hwy.) | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $21,054 | $1,170 | 18 |
| Everything's $1.00 | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $20,679 | $201 | 103 |
| Abelardo Lalo Mendoza, Jr. | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $19,923 | $297 | 67 |
| Rack Daddy's | — | — | 78521 | — | 2 | $19,571 | $612 | 32 |
| Mom & Dad Adult Day Care | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $19,118 | $797 | 24 |
| Little Mermaid II Daycare Center | — | — | 78521 | — | 1 | $18,981 | $365 | 52 |
| M & M Pediatrics | — | — | 78521 | — | 2 | $18,257 | $589 | 31 |
| Gorditas Dona Tota 1 | — | — | 78526 | — | 1 | $17,784 | $1,617 | 11 |
| Brownsville I.S.D. | — | — | 78520 | — | 1 | $17,588 | $977 | 18 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Brownsville
125 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGUA VIVA MINISTRIES INC | 2250 N CORIA ST |
| ALIANZA MINISTERIAL EVANGELICA HISPANA DEL VALLE DEL RIO GRANDE I | PO BOX 4114 |
| APOSTOLADO DE LA CRUZ | PO BOX 3763 |
| ASAMBLEA PENTECOSTAL | 955 E ST CHARLES ST |
| BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN CHURCH | PO BOX 2197 |
| BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 2435 SOUTHMOST RD |
| BOB CROW WORLD MISSION OUTREACH CHURCH INCORPORATED | PO BOX 5536 |
| BROWNSVILLE CHURCH OF GOD | 651 OLD PORT ISABEL RD |
| BROWNSVILLE CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY | 20 E ELIZABETH ST |
| BROWNSVILLE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP | 555 DR HUGH EMERSON ST |
| BROWNSVILLE RESTORATION CHURCH | 1573 RES ST |
| CASA DE ORACION PARA TODAS LAS NACIONES INC | 323 NORTH ST |
| CASA DEL SENOR UNA CASA DE ORACION INC | 3005 OLD ALICE RD APT 700-E |
| CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF BROWNSVILLE | 1910 UNIVERSITY BLVD |
| CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY | 1910 UNIVERSITY BLVD |
| CENTRO DE FE INTERNACIONAL INC | 102 E ELIZABETH ST |
| CENTRO FAMILIAR TIERRA BELLA | 4077 WESTLAND DR |
| CHRIST CHURCH OF THE VALLEY | 2900 DR HUGH EMERSON RD |
| CHRIST THE HEALER CHARISMATIC EPISC OPAL CHURCH | 164 PALO VERDE DR |
| CHRIST THE KING CHURCH | 2255 SOUTHMOST RD |
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What is the population of Brownsville?
Brownsville has a population of 188,023 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,410 people per square mile, spread across 146.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.
Is Brownsville expensive to live in?
Brownsville has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $48,675, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $122,400 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Brownsville safe?
The violent crime rate in Brownsville is 421 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,469 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 warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.
How is the job market in Brownsville?
Brownsville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $857. There are 7,200 business establishments in the area, including 815 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 7.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Brownsville?
The median home value in Brownsville is $122,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,950. For renters, the median monthly rent is $906. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.9%. The average annual property tax is $6,394.
How are the schools in Brownsville?
Schools in Brownsville score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.3% of adults in Brownsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.8% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Brownsville?
The obesity rate in Brownsville is 41.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 37.7% are physically inactive. 19.1% of residents report depression. 36.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 74.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,034.
What is transportation like in Brownsville?
The average commute in Brownsville is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Brownsville?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Brownsville is 45.5% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 14.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 85.1% speak Spanish. 2.7% of the population are military veterans. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 70.4% have health insurance coverage.
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