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Brownville, NY

New York

Brownville is a small town in New York with a population of 538. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
538 Population 868/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $39,414 per capita
$182,100 Home Value $201,778 Zillow
$763 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$182,100 home value, $763/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $182,100
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density868/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$39,414
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,100
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,778
Housing Units341
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking14.0%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation346 ft (105 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+99.5%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute14 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries22

Is Brownville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brownville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Brownville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brownville is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brownville is $182,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brownville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Brownville has a population of 538 with a density of 868 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 3.7% Black.

Population

538
Total Population
868
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Brownville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% 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 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Brownville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,414
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Brownville is $182,100, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,778.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,100
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,778

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%
Housing Units341
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Brownville, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.5%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Brownville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation346 ft (105 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density868/sq mi
Coordinates44.0053°N, 75.9831°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+99.5%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density868/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home4.1%

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