Brownville, NE

Nebraska

Brownville is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 137. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
137 Population 211/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $41,604 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $181,679 Zillow
$700 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $700/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density211/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$41,604
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,679

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Elevation944 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute15 min
Broadband62.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Brownville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brownville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Brownville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brownville is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brownville is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Brownville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 30.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Brownville has a population of 137 with a density of 211 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 9.5% Hispanic.

Population

137
Total Population
211
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Brownville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brownville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brownville is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Brownville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,604
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$77,953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare20
Retail24
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Work from Home19.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Brownville is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,679.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,679

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Brownville, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death9,244/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Brownville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall30.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation944 ft (288 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density211/sq mi
Coordinates40.3976°N, 95.6611°W
County FIPS31127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density211/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants18
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Work from Home19.6%

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