Texas
Lake Brownwood is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,754. Residents earn $60,987 per year, which is 19% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lake Brownwood receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Lake Brownwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lake Brownwood is $60,987, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Lake Brownwood is $116,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,024 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Lake Brownwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 90.2% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.8% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,987 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,743 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $866 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,347 |
| Unemployment | 6.0% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.9% |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 258 |
| County GDP | $281M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,700 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.02% |
| Commute Time | 36.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $116,900 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $345,000 |
| Median List Price | $345,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $220 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.7% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,024 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,700 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.02% |
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 74.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,602/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 27.9 inches |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,480 ft (451 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 309/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8169°N, 99.1059°W |
| County FIPS | 48083 |
Winner: Republican by 79 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.6% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 309/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 31 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 36.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |