Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 286 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,150 (33.7%) |
| Some College | 4,042 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 4,856 (20.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,811 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,050 (20.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,136 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $149,216 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $916/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,071 |
| Vacant Units | 4,119 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Brown County is located in Texas and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 38,301 residents. With a median age of 41.48, it is a middle-aged county.
Brown County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,136 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.8% 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 $149,216 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $916. Homeownership rates are high at 68.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Brown County are primarily White (70.64%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Brown County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 9 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76823 | Bangs | 2,911 | $56,853 | $136,600 | $742 | 5.6% | 34.1% |
| 76432 | Blanket | 1,376 | $61,298 | $204,000 | $578 | 2.0% | 20.1% |
| 76801 | Brownwood | 25,152 | $51,712 | $138,200 | $854 | 4.7% | 27.8% |
| 76802 | Early | 5,317 | $78,000 | $201,100 | $1,187 | 4.9% | 33.0% |
| 76857 | May | 2,118 | $48,791 | $130,900 | $1,508 | 8.1% | 25.1% |
| 76890 | Zephyr | 812 | $57,857 | $123,100 | $850 | 4.8% | 24.3% |