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Brownsville, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Brownsville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 693. Residents earn $100,341 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
693 Population 1,136/sq mi density
$100,341 Median Income $40,235 per capita
$235,100 Home Value $344,857 Zillow
$1,109 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
175 Violent Crime/100K 1,930 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$100,341 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,100 home value, $1,109/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
175 violent crimes/100K (54% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,341
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,100
17% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 175/100K
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,109
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population693
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,136/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,341
Per Capita$40,235
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$6,749M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,100
Rent$1,109
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$344,857
Housing Units248
Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

F
Violent175/100K
Property1,930/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity43.4%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking16.3%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute23 min
Broadband94.6%
Libraries7

Is Brownsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brownsville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. 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 $100,341, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Brownsville among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brownsville is $235,100, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Brownsville is below the national average at 175 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,930 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Brownsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Brownsville has a population of 693 with a density of 1,136 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

693
Total Population
1,136
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Brownsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brownsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brownsville is $100,341, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Brownsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,341
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,235
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$77,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,535
County GDP$6,749M

Business (County)

Restaurants233
Healthcare241
Retail304
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Brownsville is $235,100, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $344,857.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,100
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$344,857

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,109
5% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%
Housing Units248
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Effective Rate2.56%
In Brownsville, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,087
Dentists1:1,298
Mental Health1:568
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death7,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities241
Brownsville has a violent crime rate of 175 per 100,000 residents, 54% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,930 per 100,000 (2% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Brownsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent175.4/100K
54% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery175.4/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,929.8/100K
2% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,929.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Brownsville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,136/sq mi
Coordinates43.6146°N, 88.4952°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 94.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,136/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants233
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

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