Median Income
$71,696
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.8%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.8%
53% lower than US avg
How Brushy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population871
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,696
Per Capita$23,587
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$998M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$150,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease8.2%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation864 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute33 min
Libraries2
Is Brushy a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brushy receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Brushy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brushy is $71,696, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brushy is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Brushy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Brushy has a population of 871 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55%), with 39.7% Hispanic.
Population
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
The median household income in Brushy is $71,696, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,696 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,587 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $732 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,345 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $998M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
The median home value in Brushy is $150,000, 47% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $150,000 |
| 47% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.42% |
In Brushy, 47.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 36.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brushy vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.8% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.4% |
| Heart Disease | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.4% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.0% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,517/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Brushy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Brushy has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 864 ft (263 m) |
| Area | 26.0 sq mi (67.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5616°N, 94.7475°W |
| County FIPS | 40135 |