Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 11.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.5% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.8% ▼ 84% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 32 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 621 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 321 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 254 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 243 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 398 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,060 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $98,932 ▼ 65% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $879/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,652 |
| Vacant Units | 434 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Brown County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,774 residents. With a median age of 46.11, it is a mature county.
Brown County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,060 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.8%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Brown County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $98,932 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $878. Homeownership rates are high at 74.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Brown County are primarily White (89.26%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Brown County, NE is a working-class area in Nebraska. The 3 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.