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186,999
TOTAL POPULATION
90,750
MALE POPULATION
96,249
FEMALE POPULATION
94.29
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.06
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$19,704
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,105
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,735
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,516
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
81,074
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Brownsville

The most populous races in Brownsville are Hispanic or Latino (176,822 | 94.6%), White / Caucasian (110,644 | 59.2%), and Two or more Races (61,402 | 32.8%).
Race in Brownsville
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,2210.6%
Black / African American7470.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific1080.1%
Hispanic or Latino176,82294.6%
Native / Alaskan4890.3%
White / Caucasian110,64459.2%
Two or more Races61,40232.8%
Some other Race12,3886.6%
Total186,999100.0%

Ancestry in Brownsville

The most populous ancestries reported in Brownsville are Mexican (167,910 | 89.8%), American (3,410 | 1.8%), German (1,581 | 0.9%), English (1,355 | 0.7%), and Central American (1,200 | 0.6%), together accounting for 93.8% of all Brownsville residents.
Ancestry in Brownsville
Ancestry# Population% Population
African360.0%
American3,4101.8%
Arab810.0%
Argentinean300.0%
Armenian300.0%
Bhutanese340.0%
Bolivian320.0%
Brazilian60.0%
British1340.1%
Cajun300.0%
Canadian180.0%
Central American1,2000.6%
Central American Indian1640.1%
Cherokee550.0%
Chilean430.0%
Colombian770.0%
Cuban3230.2%
Czech590.0%
Czechoslovakian190.0%
Dominican2660.1%
Dutch2540.1%
Eastern European220.0%
Ecuadorian450.0%
Egyptian90.0%
English1,3550.7%
European730.0%
Filipino10.0%
Finnish110.0%
French5860.3%
French Canadian1240.1%
German1,5810.9%
Guamanian / Chamorro820.0%
Guatemalan3980.2%
Honduran4410.2%
Hungarian1200.1%
Indian (Asian)2070.1%
Irish7900.4%
Iroquois440.0%
Israeli550.0%
Italian5740.3%
Korean7210.4%
Lebanese600.0%
Lithuanian120.0%
Mexican167,91089.8%
Mexican American Indian6870.4%
Native Hawaiian1050.1%
Navajo910.1%
Nicaraguan940.1%
Nigerian160.0%
Northern European140.0%
Norwegian1920.1%
Pakistani230.0%
Peruvian390.0%
Polish3200.2%
Portuguese820.0%
Potawatomi130.0%
Puerto Rican5530.3%
Romanian70.0%
Russian2730.2%
Salvadoran2670.1%
Samoan160.0%
Scandinavian130.0%
Scotch-Irish1070.1%
Scottish2290.1%
Slavic270.0%
Slovak370.0%
South American2900.2%
Spaniard1810.1%
Spanish640.0%
Sri Lankan3870.2%
Subsaharan African520.0%
Swedish750.0%
Swiss160.0%
Thai2680.1%
Ukrainian280.0%
Venezuelan240.0%
Vietnamese170.0%
Welsh1240.1%
Yugoslavian30.0%
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Immigrants in Brownsville

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Brownsville came from Latin America (49,422 | 26.4%), Central America (48,951 | 26.2%), Mexico (47,668 | 25.5%), Asia (1,212 | 0.6%), and South Eastern Asia (732 | 0.4%), together accounting for 79.1% of all Brownsville residents.
Immigrants in Brownsville
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa270.0%
Argentina530.0%
Armenia300.0%
Asia1,2120.6%
Australia150.0%
Bangladesh170.0%
Bolivia80.0%
Brazil100.0%
Canada1420.1%
Caribbean1980.1%
Central America48,95126.2%
Chile190.0%
China750.0%
Colombia780.0%
Costa Rica210.0%
Cuba820.0%
Dominican Republic1160.1%
Eastern Africa110.0%
Eastern Asia930.1%
Eastern Europe1420.1%
Ecuador420.0%
El Salvador1760.1%
England100.0%
Ethiopia110.0%
Europe2380.1%
France310.0%
Germany100.0%
Guatemala3480.2%
Honduras6100.3%
India1640.1%
Ireland10.0%
Israel550.0%
Italy390.0%
Japan90.0%
Korea90.0%
Latin America49,42226.4%
Malaysia50.0%
Mexico47,66825.5%
Nepal70.0%
Nicaragua1280.1%
Nigeria160.0%
Northern Europe110.0%
Oceania150.0%
Pakistan480.0%
Peru390.0%
Philippines4170.2%
Poland300.0%
Romania70.0%
Russia930.1%
Serbia120.0%
South America2730.2%
South Central Asia3020.2%
South Eastern Asia7320.4%
Southern Europe390.0%
Switzerland50.0%
Taiwan10.0%
Venezuela240.0%
Vietnam3100.2%
Western Africa160.0%
Western Asia850.1%
Western Europe460.0%
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Sex and Age in Brownsville

Sex and Age in Brownsville

The most populous age groups in Brownsville are 15 to 19 Years (8,605 | 9.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (8,356 | 8.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Brownsville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7,637 (8.4%)6,712 (7.0%)
5 to 9 Years7,686 (8.5%)7,754 (8.1%)
10 to 14 Years7,346 (8.1%)7,136 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Years8,605 (9.5%)8,139 (8.5%)
20 to 24 Years8,422 (9.3%)8,356 (8.7%)
25 to 29 Years6,996 (7.7%)6,979 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Years5,662 (6.2%)5,275 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Years5,186 (5.7%)5,553 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years6,019 (6.6%)5,837 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years5,755 (6.3%)5,936 (6.2%)
50 to 54 Years4,101 (4.5%)5,531 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years3,855 (4.3%)5,125 (5.3%)
60 to 64 Years3,646 (4.0%)4,753 (4.9%)
65 to 69 Years3,177 (3.5%)4,454 (4.6%)
70 to 74 Years2,779 (3.1%)3,149 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years1,730 (1.9%)2,226 (2.3%)
80 to 84 Years952 (1.1%)1,577 (1.6%)
85 Years and over1,196 (1.3%)1,757 (1.8%)
Total90,750 (100.0%)96,249 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Brownsville

Median Family Size in Brownsville

The median family size in Brownsville is 3.76 persons per family, with married-couple families (27,302 | 60.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.94 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4,615 | 10.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.22 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Brownsville
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple27,302 (60.7%)3.94
Single Male/Father4,615 (10.3%)3.22
Single Female/Mother13,075 (29.1%)3.58
Total Families44,992 (100.0%)3.76

Median Household Size in Brownsville

The median household size in Brownsville is 3.26 persons per household, with married-couple households (27,302 | 48.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.96 persons per household. non-family households (11,884 | 20.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Brownsville
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple27,302 (48.0%)3.96
Single Male/Father4,615 (8.1%)3.46
Single Female/Mother13,075 (23.0%)3.68
Non-family11,884 (20.9%)1.13
Total Households56,876 (100.0%)3.26

Household Size by Marriage Status in Brownsville

Out of a total of 56,876 households in Brownsville, 44,992 (79.1%) are family households, while 11,884 (20.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 12,855, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10,699.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Brownsville
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-10,699 (18.8%)
2-Person Households12,855 (22.6%)1,041 (1.8%)
3-Person Households10,160 (17.9%)106 (0.2%)
4-Person Households10,754 (18.9%)25 (0.0%)
5-Person Households6,777 (11.9%)10 (0.0%)
6-Person Households2,544 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,902 (3.3%)3 (0.0%)
Total44,992 (79.1%)11,884 (20.9%)

Female Fertility in Brownsville

Fertility by Age in Brownsville

Average fertility rate in Brownsville is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 100.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 83.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Brownsville
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years64 (2.6%)8.0
20 to 34 years2,052 (83.0%)100.0
35 to 50 years357 (14.4%)19.0
Total2,473 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brownsville

66.9% of women with births (2,473) in Brownsville are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 87.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 30.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brownsville
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years8 (12.5%)56 (87.5%)
20 to 34 years1,422 (69.3%)630 (30.7%)
35 to 50 years225 (63.0%)132 (37.0%)
Total1,654 (66.9%)819 (33.1%)

Fertility by Education in Brownsville

Average fertility rate in Brownsville is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 86.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 32.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Brownsville
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School345 (14.0%)28.0
High School Diploma795 (32.2%)65.0
College or Associate's Degree662 (26.8%)49.0
Bachelor's Degree586 (23.7%)86.0
Graduate Degree85 (3.4%)37.0
Total2,473 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brownsville

33.1% of women with births in Brownsville are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 47.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brownsville
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School217 (62.9%)128 (37.1%)
High School Diploma533 (67.0%)262 (33.0%)
College or Associate's Degree351 (53.0%)311 (47.0%)
Bachelor's Degree469 (80.0%)117 (20.0%)
Graduate Degree85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,654 (66.9%)819 (33.1%)

Income in Brownsville

Income Overview in Brownsville

Per Capita Income in Brownsville is $19,704, while median incomes of families and households are $53,105 and $46,735 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income186,999$19,704
Median Family Income44,992$53,105
Mean Family Income44,992$67,620
Median Household Income56,876$46,735
Mean Household Income56,876$62,449
Income Deficit44,992$11,516
Wage / Income Gap (%)186,99929.18%
Wage / Income Gap ($)186,99970.82¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index186,9990.46

Earnings by Sex in Brownsville

Average Earnings in Brownsville are $27,419, $31,955 for men and $22,631 for women, a difference of 29.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Brownsville
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male43,168 (52.3%)$31,955
Female39,304 (47.7%)$22,631
Total82,472 (100.0%)$27,419

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brownsville

The most common earnings brackets in Brownsville are $100,000+ for men (3,393 | 7.9%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (2,999 | 7.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brownsville
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,715 (4.0%)2,210 (5.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9991,160 (2.7%)1,673 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,543 (3.6%)2,275 (5.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,446 (3.4%)2,138 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,530 (3.5%)1,991 (5.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,966 (4.5%)2,431 (6.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,244 (5.2%)2,605 (6.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,524 (3.5%)1,793 (4.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,946 (4.5%)2,440 (6.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,978 (4.6%)1,837 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9993,389 (7.9%)2,700 (6.9%)
$30,000 to $34,9993,382 (7.8%)2,999 (7.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,315 (5.4%)1,991 (5.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,427 (5.6%)1,476 (3.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9992,238 (5.2%)1,454 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,422 (3.3%)1,548 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,587 (6.0%)2,459 (6.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,736 (4.0%)1,233 (3.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,227 (7.5%)1,198 (3.0%)
$100,000+3,393 (7.9%)853 (2.2%)
Total43,168 (100.0%)39,304 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brownsville

Average earnings in Brownsville are $36,363 for men and $26,218 for women, a difference of 27.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,703, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,975. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,280, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,707.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brownsville
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$28,975$15,707
High School Diploma$32,263$22,858
College or Associate's Degree$38,056$26,860
Bachelor's Degree$50,311$44,621
Graduate Degree$63,703$62,280
Total$36,363$26,218

Family Income in Brownsville

Family Income Brackets in Brownsville

According to the Brownsville family income data, there are 8,189 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.2% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,350 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Brownsville
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003,2397.2%
$10,000 to $14,9992,2505.0%
$15,000 to $24,9995,03911.2%
$25,000 to $34,9994,72410.5%
$35,000 to $49,9996,34414.1%
$50,000 to $74,9998,18918.2%
$75,000 to $99,9995,53412.3%
$100,000 to $149,9996,11913.6%
$150,000 to $199,9992,2054.9%
$200,000+1,3503.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brownsville

6-person families (2,522 | 5.6%) account for the highest median family income in Brownsville with $76,614 per family, while 2-person families (13,538 | 30.1%) have the highest median income of $21,765 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brownsville
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families13,538 (30.1%)$43,530
3-Person Families10,340 (23.0%)$45,285
4-Person Families10,566 (23.5%)$60,169
5-Person Families6,342 (14.1%)$69,891
6-Person Families2,522 (5.6%)$76,614
7+ Person Families1,684 (3.7%)$74,314
Total44,992 (100.0%)$53,105

Family Income by Number of Earners in Brownsville

The median family income in Brownsville is $53,105, with families comprising 3+ earners (5,699) having the highest median family income of $103,183, while families with no earners (6,158) have the lowest median family income of $17,783, accounting for 12.7% and 13.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Brownsville
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners6,158 (13.7%)$17,783
1 Earner16,911 (37.6%)$37,985
2 Earners16,224 (36.1%)$70,615
3+ Earners5,699 (12.7%)$103,183
Total44,992 (100.0%)$53,105

Household Income in Brownsville

Household Income Brackets in Brownsville

With 9,953 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Brownsville, accounting for 17.5% of all households. In contrast, only 1,536 households (2.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Brownsville
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004,9488.7%
$10,000 to $14,9994,6648.2%
$15,000 to $24,9997,11012.5%
$25,000 to $34,9995,85810.3%
$35,000 to $49,9997,22312.7%
$50,000 to $74,9999,95317.5%
$75,000 to $99,9996,65411.7%
$100,000 to $149,9996,42711.3%
$150,000 to $199,9992,5594.5%
$200,000+1,5362.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Brownsville

The median household income in Brownsville is $46,735, with the highest median household income of $57,331 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 20,563 households (36.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,950, with 13,877 households (24.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Brownsville
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2,336 (4.1%)$31,316
25 to 44 Years20,100 (35.3%)$53,318
45 to 64 Years20,563 (36.1%)$57,331
65+ Years13,877 (24.4%)$29,950
Total56,876 (100.0%)$46,735

Poverty in Brownsville

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brownsville

With 24.0% poverty level for males and 28.1% for females among the residents of Brownsville, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3,422 males (39.2%) and 741 females (48.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brownsville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,580 (34.3%)2,590 (39.2%)
5 Years369 (22.5%)741 (48.9%)
6 to 11 Years3,422 (39.2%)3,061 (33.0%)
12 to 14 Years1,650 (36.1%)1,546 (38.7%)
15 Years460 (31.4%)405 (27.4%)
16 and 17 Years1,267 (34.4%)934 (30.6%)
18 to 24 Years2,894 (24.7%)2,883 (24.4%)
25 to 34 Years1,831 (14.6%)2,930 (23.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,627 (14.6%)3,395 (29.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,617 (16.5%)2,372 (20.7%)
55 to 64 Years1,558 (20.9%)1,839 (18.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,186 (20.3%)2,041 (27.2%)
75 Years and over1,092 (28.8%)2,063 (38.8%)
Total21,553 (24.0%)26,800 (28.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brownsville

According to the poverty statistics in Brownsville, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 85.4% of males and 81.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brownsville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4,944 (65.7%)4,021 (60.8%)
5 Years1,271 (77.5%)774 (51.1%)
6 to 11 Years5,298 (60.8%)6,214 (67.0%)
12 to 14 Years2,917 (63.9%)2,451 (61.3%)
15 Years1,004 (68.6%)1,074 (72.6%)
16 and 17 Years2,419 (65.6%)2,121 (69.4%)
18 to 24 Years8,818 (75.3%)8,922 (75.6%)
25 to 34 Years10,712 (85.4%)9,322 (76.1%)
35 to 44 Years9,511 (85.4%)7,963 (70.1%)
45 to 54 Years8,196 (83.5%)9,095 (79.3%)
55 to 64 Years5,889 (79.1%)8,003 (81.3%)
65 to 74 Years4,659 (79.7%)5,464 (72.8%)
75 Years and over2,698 (71.2%)3,255 (61.2%)
Total68,336 (76.0%)68,679 (71.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brownsville

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Brownsville show that 17.4% or 4,748 of the total 27,302 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 84.0%, comprising of 453 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 13.2%, which includes 1,579 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brownsville
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children10,420 (86.8%)1,579 (13.2%)
1 or 2 Children9,472 (84.9%)1,684 (15.1%)
3 or 4 Children2,576 (71.4%)1,032 (28.6%)
5 or more Children86 (16.0%)453 (84.0%)
Total22,554 (82.6%)4,748 (17.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brownsville

According to the poverty data in Brownsville, 23.0% or 1,062 single-father households and 38.8% or 5,072 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 117 households (35.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 167 households (93.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brownsville
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children512 (22.7%)739 (16.2%)
1 or 2 Children385 (20.5%)3,117 (45.7%)
3 or 4 Children117 (35.2%)1,049 (68.5%)
5 or more Children48 (33.3%)167 (93.8%)
Total1,062 (23.0%)5,072 (38.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brownsville

The poverty data for Brownsville shows that 4,748 of the married-couple family households (17.4%) and 6,134 of the single-parent households (34.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 453 households (84.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 215 household (66.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brownsville
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,579 (13.2%)1,251 (18.4%)
1 or 2 Children1,684 (15.1%)3,502 (40.3%)
3 or 4 Children1,032 (28.6%)1,166 (62.5%)
5 or more Children453 (84.0%)215 (66.8%)
Total4,748 (17.4%)6,134 (34.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Brownsville

Employment by Class of Employer in Brownsville

Among the 75,031 employed individuals in Brownsville, private company employees (47,766 | 63.7%), local government employees (9,582 | 12.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (5,875 | 7.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Brownsville
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees47,76663.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,0032.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5,8757.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations4,2685.7%
Local Government Employees9,58212.8%
State Government Employees2,9924.0%
Federal Government Employees2,3663.2%
Unpaid Family Workers1790.2%
Total75,031100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Brownsville

According to the labor force statistics for Brownsville, out of the total population over 16 years of age (139,782), 58.0% or 81,074 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 5,108 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 79.8% or 18,031 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.0% or 553 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Brownsville
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2,911 (21.1%)553 (19.0%)
20 to 24 Years10,067 (60.0%)886 (8.8%)
25 to 29 Years10,914 (78.1%)731 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Years8,356 (76.4%)777 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years18,031 (79.8%)865 (4.8%)
45 to 54 Years16,525 (77.5%)512 (3.1%)
55 to 59 Years6,044 (67.3%)236 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years4,460 (53.1%)259 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years3,268 (24.1%)235 (7.2%)
75 Years and over425 (4.5%)19 (4.5%)
Total81,074 (58.0%)5,108 (6.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brownsville

According to labor force statistics for Brownsville, 74.6% of individuals (64,312) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (86,209) are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 3,409 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.4% or 16,598 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.9% or 1,102 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brownsville
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School13,240 (61.9%)941 (4.4%)
High School Diploma15,974 (69.5%)1,586 (6.9%)
College / Associate Degree18,511 (83.5%)1,419 (6.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher16,598 (84.4%)610 (3.1%)
Total64,312 (74.6%)4,569 (5.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Brownsville

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brownsville are Community & Social Service (10,486 | 13.8%), Education Instruction & Library (7,574 | 10.0%), Management (5,014 | 6.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (3,099 | 4.1%), and Business & Financial (2,285 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Brownsville

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brownsville, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (86.9%), Computers & Mathematics (80.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (79.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (73.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (71.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (69.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3,003 (59.9%)2,011 (40.1%)
Business & Financial1,191 (52.1%)1,094 (47.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,091 (79.7%)278 (20.3%)
Computers & Mathematics407 (80.7%)97 (19.3%)
Architecture & Engineering403 (86.9%)61 (13.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science281 (70.1%)120 (29.9%)
Community & Social Service 3,507 (33.4%)6,979 (66.6%)
Education, Arts & Media565 (32.1%)1,194 (67.9%)
Legal Services & Support271 (50.5%)266 (49.5%)
Education Instruction & Library2,327 (30.7%)5,247 (69.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment344 (55.8%)272 (44.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating873 (28.2%)2,226 (71.8%)
Health Technologists452 (26.7%)1,244 (73.4%)
Total (Category)9,665 (43.4%)12,588 (56.6%)
Total (Overall)39,910 (52.6%)35,921 (47.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Brownsville are Healthcare Support (5,773 | 7.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (4,346 | 5.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (4,196 | 5.5%), Security & Protection (2,686 | 3.5%), and Personal Care & Service (2,493 | 3.3%).
Services Occupations in Brownsville

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Brownsville, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (87.3%), Security & Protection (80.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (72.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (83.4%), Personal Care & Service (61.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support957 (16.6%)4,816 (83.4%)
Security & Protection2,165 (80.6%)521 (19.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention866 (72.3%)332 (27.7%)
Law Enforcement1,299 (87.3%)189 (12.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,881 (43.3%)2,465 (56.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2,365 (56.4%)1,831 (43.6%)
Personal Care & Service959 (38.5%)1,534 (61.5%)
Total (Category)8,327 (42.7%)11,167 (57.3%)
Total (Overall)39,910 (52.6%)35,921 (47.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Brownsville are Office & Administration (8,957 | 11.8%), and Sales & Related (8,265 | 10.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Brownsville

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4,145 (50.1%)4,120 (49.8%)
Office & Administration2,911 (32.5%)6,046 (67.5%)
Total (Category)7,056 (41.0%)10,166 (59.0%)
Total (Overall)39,910 (52.6%)35,921 (47.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Brownsville are Construction & Extraction (4,763 | 6.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,171 | 2.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (297 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Brownsville

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry97 (32.7%)200 (67.3%)
Construction & Extraction4,682 (98.3%)81 (1.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,119 (97.6%)52 (2.4%)
Total (Category)6,898 (95.4%)333 (4.6%)
Total (Overall)39,910 (52.6%)35,921 (47.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Brownsville are Production (3,900 | 5.1%), Transportation (2,936 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (2,795 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Brownsville

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Production3,108 (79.7%)792 (20.3%)
Transportation2,564 (87.3%)372 (12.7%)
Material Moving2,292 (82.0%)503 (18.0%)
Total (Category)7,964 (82.7%)1,667 (17.3%)
Total (Overall)39,910 (52.6%)35,921 (47.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Brownsville

Employment Industries in Brownsville

The major employment industries in Brownsville include Health Care & Social Assistance (14,112 | 18.6%), Educational Services (11,215 | 14.8%), Retail Trade (9,053 | 11.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (5,435 | 7.2%), and Manufacturing (5,062 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Brownsville

Employment Industries by Sex in Brownsville

The Brownsville industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (94.7%), and Manufacturing (83.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75.5%), and Educational Services (66.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Brownsville
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting277 (56.3%)215 (43.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction390 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction4,631 (94.7%)257 (5.3%)
Manufacturing4,242 (83.8%)820 (16.2%)
Wholesale Trade1,131 (67.8%)537 (32.2%)
Retail Trade4,927 (54.4%)4,126 (45.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,936 (80.0%)736 (20.0%)
Utilities425 (79.4%)110 (20.6%)
Information360 (63.9%)203 (36.1%)
Finance & Insurance1,006 (36.1%)1,777 (63.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing628 (58.6%)443 (41.4%)
Professional & Scientific1,344 (59.5%)914 (40.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)78 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support2,327 (59.6%)1,578 (40.4%)
Educational Services3,816 (34.0%)7,399 (66.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3,460 (24.5%)10,652 (75.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation469 (69.8%)203 (30.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services2,545 (46.8%)2,890 (53.2%)
Public Administration2,525 (65.1%)1,354 (34.9%)
Total39,910 (52.6%)35,921 (47.4%)

Education in Brownsville

School Enrollment in Brownsville

The most common levels of schooling among the 56,843 students in Brownsville are high school (12,928 | 22.7%), elementary school (12,143 | 21.4%), and college / undergraduate (11,469 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Brownsville
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3,7606.6%
Kindergarten3,3595.9%
Elementary School12,14321.4%
Middle School11,36120.0%
High School12,92822.7%
College / Undergraduate11,46920.2%
Graduate / Professional1,8233.2%
Total56,843100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brownsville

Out of a total of 56,843 students who are enrolled in schools in Brownsville, 3,183 (5.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 53,660 (94.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 266 (16.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 8,932 (97.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brownsville
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2,985 (94.8%)165 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old13,995 (96.0%)582 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds13,022 (93.7%)875 (6.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds8,932 (97.0%)276 (3.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4,837 (95.1%)248 (4.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds6,123 (92.5%)494 (7.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2,397 (90.3%)257 (9.7%)
35 Years and over1,389 (83.9%)266 (16.1%)
Total53,660 (94.4%)3,183 (5.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brownsville

Education (5,252 | 22.1%), business (4,780 | 20.1%), science & technology (2,636 | 11.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,481 | 6.2%), and engineering (1,477 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 23,821 individuals in Brownsville who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brownsville
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics7563.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,4816.2%
Physical & Health Sciences6292.6%
Psychology9684.1%
Social Sciences1,1865.0%
Engineering1,4776.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies4441.9%
Science & Technology2,63611.1%
Business4,78020.1%
Education5,25222.1%
Literature & Languages9353.9%
Liberal Arts & History6902.9%
Visual & Performing Arts4692.0%
Communications6622.8%
Arts & Humanities1,4566.1%
Total23,821100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Brownsville

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brownsville

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Brownsville are males with 2 vehicles (15,353, accounting for 38.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (12,027, making up 43.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brownsville
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle699 (1.8%)855 (2.4%)
1 Vehicle6,820 (17.3%)8,923 (25.2%)
2 Vehicles15,353 (38.9%)12,027 (33.9%)
3 Vehicles10,491 (26.6%)8,986 (25.4%)
4 Vehicles4,390 (11.1%)3,361 (9.5%)
5 or more Vehicles1,735 (4.4%)1,284 (3.6%)
Total39,488 (100.0%)35,436 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Brownsville

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Brownsville are 20 to 24 minutes (16,334 commuters, 23.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (15,860 commuters, 22.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (13,510 commuters, 19.3%).
Commute Time in Brownsville
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,1881.7%
5 to 9 Minutes4,7926.8%
10 to 14 Minutes13,51019.3%
15 to 19 Minutes15,86022.6%
20 to 24 Minutes16,33423.3%
25 to 29 Minutes4,4656.4%
30 to 34 Minutes8,26011.8%
35 to 39 Minutes4670.7%
40 to 44 Minutes1,1391.6%
45 to 59 Minutes1,9912.8%
60 to 89 Minutes1,3671.9%
90 or more Minutes6861.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Brownsville

The most common commute times in Brownsville are 20 to 24 minutes (8,582 commuters, 22.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (7,995 commuters, 24.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Brownsville
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes635 (1.7%)553 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes2,498 (6.7%)2,294 (7.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes6,891 (18.4%)6,619 (20.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes7,865 (21.0%)7,995 (24.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes8,582 (22.9%)7,752 (23.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes2,760 (7.3%)1,705 (5.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes4,428 (11.8%)3,832 (11.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes258 (0.7%)209 (0.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes578 (1.5%)561 (1.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,197 (3.2%)794 (2.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,202 (3.2%)165 (0.5%)
90 or more Minutes637 (1.7%)49 (0.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brownsville

The most frequent times of departure to work in Brownsville are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (5,592, 14.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (6,264, 19.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brownsville
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,763 (4.7%)1,004 (3.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,272 (3.4%)713 (2.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,834 (4.9%)986 (3.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2,438 (6.5%)1,162 (3.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3,046 (8.1%)2,561 (7.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM4,137 (11.0%)5,780 (17.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM5,134 (13.7%)6,264 (19.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5,592 (14.9%)4,193 (12.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,434 (3.8%)1,445 (4.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM4,286 (11.4%)3,068 (9.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM962 (2.6%)1,331 (4.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM504 (1.3%)637 (2.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2,251 (6.0%)1,494 (4.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,878 (7.7%)1,890 (5.8%)
Total37,531 (100.0%)32,528 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Brownsville

Occupancy by Ownership in Brownsville

Of the total 56,876 dwellings in Brownsville, owner-occupied units account for 34,291 (60.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 22,585 (39.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Brownsville
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units34,29160.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units22,58539.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units56,876100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Brownsville

Occupancy by Household Size in Brownsville
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10,69918.8%
2-Person Household13,89624.4%
3-Person Household10,26618.0%
4+ Person Household22,01538.7%
Total Housing Units56,876100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brownsville

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brownsville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household5,325 (49.8%)5,374 (50.2%)
2-Person Household8,917 (64.2%)4,979 (35.8%)
3-Person Household6,076 (59.2%)4,190 (40.8%)
4+ Person Household13,973 (63.5%)8,042 (36.5%)
Total Housing Units34,291 (60.3%)22,585 (39.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brownsville

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brownsville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School9,858 (56.5%)7,580 (43.5%)
High School Diploma6,965 (51.1%)6,654 (48.9%)
College/Associate Degree8,636 (64.2%)4,819 (35.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher8,832 (71.4%)3,532 (28.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brownsville

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brownsville
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11,73420.6%
35 to 44 Years10,70218.8%
45 to 54 Years11,50520.2%
55 to 64 Years9,05815.9%
65 to 74 Years8,15714.3%
75 to 84 Years3,9787.0%
85 Years and Over1,7423.1%
Total56,876100.0%

Housing Finances in Brownsville

Median Income by Occupancy in Brownsville

Median Income by Occupancy in Brownsville
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied34,291 (60.3%)$61,564
Renter-Occupied22,585 (39.7%)$31,460
Average56,876 (100.0%)$46,735

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brownsville

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brownsville
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,292 (3.8%)1,308 (5.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999834 (2.4%)1,540 (6.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,615 (4.7%)3,032 (13.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,601 (4.7%)2,080 (9.2%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,738 (5.1%)1,680 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9993,107 (9.1%)2,728 (12.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,506 (13.1%)2,712 (12.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,096 (17.8%)3,885 (17.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,580 (13.4%)2,066 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9995,411 (15.8%)993 (4.4%)
$150,000 or more3,511 (10.2%)561 (2.5%)
Total34,291 (100.0%)22,585 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brownsville

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brownsville
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3003,861 (11.3%)1,462 (6.5%)
$300 to $4997,874 (23.0%)2,362 (10.5%)
$500 to $7997,752 (22.6%)5,256 (23.3%)
$800 to $9993,266 (9.5%)5,154 (22.8%)
$1,000 to $1,4995,781 (16.9%)5,741 (25.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9993,446 (10.1%)976 (4.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,767 (5.1%)203 (0.9%)
$2,500 to $2,999276 (0.8%)153 (0.7%)
$3,000 or more268 (0.8%)3 (0.0%)
Total34,291 (100.0%)22,585 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Brownsville

Housing Structures in Brownsville

Housing Structures in Brownsville
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached39,27069.0%
Single Unit, Attached1,8563.3%
2 Unit Apartments1,9743.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,6104.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,0183.5%
10 or more Apartments6,81712.0%
Mobile Home / Other2,3314.1%
Total56,876100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brownsville

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brownsville
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached31,120 (79.2%)8,150 (20.7%)
Single Unit, Attached895 (48.2%)961 (51.8%)
2 Unit Apartments119 (6.0%)1,855 (94.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments176 (6.7%)2,434 (93.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments54 (2.7%)1,964 (97.3%)
10 or more Apartments172 (2.5%)6,645 (97.5%)
Mobile Home / Other1,755 (75.3%)576 (24.7%)
Total34,291 (60.3%)22,585 (39.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brownsville

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brownsville
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room353 (1.0%)1,170 (5.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms2,251 (6.6%)6,692 (29.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms16,074 (46.9%)11,726 (51.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms12,387 (36.1%)2,570 (11.4%)
8 or more Rooms3,226 (9.4%)427 (1.9%)
Total34,291 (100.0%)22,585 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brownsville

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brownsville
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3,139 (9.1%)1,099 (4.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas380 (1.1%)136 (0.6%)
Electricity30,392 (88.6%)21,082 (93.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene12 (0.0%)18 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels71 (0.2%)25 (0.1%)
No Fuel Used297 (0.9%)225 (1.0%)
Total34,291 (100.0%)22,585 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Brownsville

Household Vehicle Usage in Brownsville
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,127 (3.3%)3,434 (15.2%)
1 Vehicle9,383 (27.4%)10,380 (46.0%)
2 Vehicles12,587 (36.7%)6,676 (29.6%)
3 or more Vehicles11,194 (32.6%)2,095 (9.3%)
Total34,291 (100.0%)22,585 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Brownsville

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Brownsville

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units20,14114,150
Median Property Value$94,400$140,500
Median Household Income$46,597$2,269
Monthly Housing Costs$457$237
Real Estate Taxes$1,629$303

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brownsville

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brownsville
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0003,815 (18.9%)590 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $99,9996,879 (34.2%)3,530 (24.9%)
$100,000 to $299,9998,657 (43.0%)9,189 (64.9%)
$300,000 to $499,999565 (2.8%)655 (4.6%)
$500,000 to $749,999167 (0.8%)105 (0.7%)
$750,000 to $999,99943 (0.2%)56 (0.4%)
$1,000,000 or more15 (0.1%)25 (0.2%)
Total20,141 (100.0%)14,150 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brownsville

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brownsville
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,798 (8.9%)67 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $24,9993,977 (19.8%)328 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,062 (10.2%)977 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,641 (13.1%)1,045 (7.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,333 (16.6%)1,865 (13.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,320 (11.5%)2,763 (19.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,768 (13.7%)2,260 (16.0%)
$150,000 or more1,242 (6.2%)2,643 (18.7%)
Total20,141 (100.0%)14,150 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brownsville

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brownsville
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x9,993 (49.6%)75,966 (536.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x3,347 (16.6%)7,806 (55.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,074 (10.3%)3,093 (21.9%)
4.0x or more4,129 (20.5%)1,223 (8.6%)
Total20,141 (100.0%)14,150 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brownsville

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brownsville
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8004,237 (21.0%)197 (1.4%)
$800 to $1,4994,936 (24.5%)604 (4.3%)
$800 to $1,49910,297 (51.1%)1,989 (14.1%)
Total20,141 (100.0%)14,150 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Brownsville

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brownsville

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brownsville
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years15,913 (90.7%)1,628 (9.3%)
6 to 18 Years32,214 (80.7%)7,700 (19.3%)
19 to 25 Years12,035 (52.3%)10,968 (47.7%)
26 to 34 Years12,247 (56.0%)9,616 (44.0%)
35 to 44 Years12,881 (57.3%)9,618 (42.7%)
45 to 54 Years13,211 (62.1%)8,069 (37.9%)
55 to 64 Years11,081 (64.1%)6,208 (35.9%)
65 to 74 Years12,697 (95.1%)653 (4.9%)
75 Years and older8,541 (93.8%)567 (6.2%)
Total130,820 (70.4%)55,027 (29.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brownsville

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brownsville
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born15,913 (90.7%)1,628 (9.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen32,214 (80.7%)7,700 (19.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen12,035 (52.3%)10,968 (47.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brownsville

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brownsville
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00027,273 (64.9%)14,773 (35.1%)
$25,000 to $49,99927,708 (66.8%)13,741 (33.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99923,219 (69.7%)10,112 (30.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99917,464 (70.8%)7,195 (29.2%)
$100,000 and over34,993 (79.5%)9,040 (20.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brownsville

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brownsville
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 611,748 (67.0%)4,605 (26.3%)
6 to 18 Years21,418 (53.7%)11,532 (28.9%)
19 to 25 Years2,870 (12.5%)9,467 (41.2%)
25 to 34 Years2,588 (11.8%)9,957 (45.5%)
35 to 44 Years2,163 (9.6%)11,147 (49.5%)
45 to 54 Years2,190 (10.3%)11,434 (53.7%)
55 to 64 Years3,234 (18.7%)8,242 (47.7%)
65 to 74 Years12,194 (91.3%)3,288 (24.6%)
75 Years and over8,393 (92.1%)1,939 (21.3%)
Total66,798 (35.9%)71,611 (38.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brownsville

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brownsville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (0.3%)23 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years1,598 (7.9%)619 (3.2%)
18 to 34 Years971 (4.0%)1,129 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years3,287 (11.6%)2,975 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,065 (35.3%)2,020 (26.9%)
75 Years and over2,020 (53.3%)2,879 (54.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Brownsville

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years44 (0.2%)24 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years132 (0.5%)193 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years861 (3.0%)346 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years874 (14.9%)405 (5.4%)
75 Years and over1,108 (29.2%)835 (15.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)23 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years362 (1.8%)151 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years138 (0.6%)154 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years585 (2.1%)590 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years556 (9.5%)389 (5.2%)
75 Years and over528 (13.9%)831 (15.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,219 (6.0%)515 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years670 (2.8%)809 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,091 (3.8%)1,016 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years514 (8.8%)436 (5.8%)
75 Years and over737 (19.5%)1,024 (19.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years40 (0.2%)71 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years196 (0.8%)399 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,891 (6.7%)1,811 (5.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,144 (19.6%)1,566 (20.9%)
75 Years and over1,485 (39.2%)2,448 (46.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years499 (2.5%)131 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years270 (1.1%)282 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years1,184 (4.2%)858 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years728 (12.5%)871 (11.6%)
75 Years and over901 (23.8%)1,639 (30.8%)

Technology Access in Brownsville

Computing Device Access in Brownsville

Computing Device Access in Brownsville
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop35,12161.8%
Smartphone47,31283.2%
Tablet33,83359.5%
No Computing Device7,34612.9%
Total56,876100.0%

Internet Access in Brownsville

Internet Access in Brownsville
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet240.0%
Broadband Home24,09842.4%
Cellular Data Only17,27530.4%
Satellite Internet2,9685.2%
No Internet14,04524.7%
Total56,876100.0%

Brownsville Summary

Brownsville, Texas is a city located in the southernmost tip of Texas, in Cameron County. It is the sixteenth most populous city in the state of Texas, with a population of 183,299 as of 2019. Brownsville is the county seat of Cameron County and is part of the Brownsville–Harlingen metropolitan area. The city is situated on the northern bank of the Rio Grande, directly north and across the border from Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico.

History

The area now known as Brownsville was first settled in 1765 by Don José de Escandón, a Spanish explorer. The settlement was named after Major Jacob Brown, who fought in the Mexican–American War and was later appointed as the commander of the area. The city was officially incorporated in 1848, and by 1850, it had a population of 1,200.
During the American Civil War, Brownsville was occupied by Union forces in November 1863. The city was the site of the Battle of Brownsville in July 1864, which resulted in a Confederate victory. After the war, Brownsville experienced a period of rapid growth, becoming a major port and trading center.
In the late 19th century, Brownsville was a major hub for the cattle industry, with the city becoming known as the “Cattle Capital of the World.” The city was also a major center for the cotton industry, with the Port of Brownsville becoming the largest cotton port in the world.
In the early 20th century, Brownsville was a major center for the oil industry, with the discovery of oil in the area in 1914. The city was also a major center for the aerospace industry, with the establishment of the Brownsville Aerospace Complex in the 1950s.

Geography

Brownsville is located in the southernmost tip of Texas, in Cameron County. It is situated on the northern bank of the Rio Grande, directly north and across the border from Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico. The city covers an area of 77.5 square miles, with a population density of 2,364 people per square mile.
The city is located in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, a region of subtropical climate. The average temperature in Brownsville is 73°F, with an average high of 86°F and an average low of 61°F. The city receives an average of 22 inches of rain per year.

Economy

Brownsville’s economy is largely based on the service industry, with the city being home to a number of hospitals, universities, and government offices. The city is also a major center for the aerospace industry, with the Brownsville Aerospace Complex being the largest employer in the city.
The city is also a major center for the oil and gas industry, with the Port of Brownsville being the largest oil port in the United States. The city is also a major center for the tourism industry, with the city being home to a number of attractions, including the Gladys Porter Zoo, the Sabal Palm Audubon Center, and the Historic Brownsville Museum.

Demographics

As of 2019, the population of Brownsville was 183,299, with a population density of 2,364 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% Hispanic or Latino, 16.2% White, 1.7% African American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Native American, and 2.0% from other races.
The median household income in Brownsville was $30,945, and the median family income was $37,845. The per capita income in the city was $14,945. The poverty rate in the city was 28.2%, with 22.3% of the population living below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Brownsville?
Total Population of Brownsville is 186,999.
What is the Total Male Population of Brownsville?
Total Male Population of Brownsville is 90,750.
What is the Total Female Population of Brownsville?
Total Female Population of Brownsville is 96,249.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Brownsville?
There are 94.29 Males per 100 Females in Brownsville.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Brownsville?
There are 106.06 Females per 100 Males in Brownsville.
What is the Median Population Age in Brownsville?
Median Population Age in Brownsville is 30.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Brownsville
Average Family Size in Brownsville is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Brownsville
Average Household Size in Brownsville is 3.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Brownsville?
Per Capita income in Brownsville is $19,704.
What is the Median Family Income in Brownsville?
Median Family Income in Brownsville is $53,105.
What is the Median Household income in Brownsville?
Median Household Income in Brownsville is $46,735.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Brownsville?
Income or Wage Gap in Brownsville is 29.2%.
Women in Brownsville earn 70.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Brownsville?
Family Income Deficit in Brownsville is $11,516.
Families that are below poverty line in Brownsville earn $11,516 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Brownsville?
Inequality or Gini Index in Brownsville is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Brownsville?
There are 81,074 People in the Labor Forcein in Brownsville.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Brownsville?
58.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Brownsville.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Brownsville?
Unemployment Rate in Brownsville is 6.3%.