Brenham

Washington County, Texas

Population 37K |Median income $77,825 |1 hospital

Population

36,647

Washington County

Median Income

$77,825

+14% vs avg

Median Home Value

$288,100

+27% vs avg

Median Age

40.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

37K+8%

Median Income

$77,825+73%

Median Home Value

$288,100+95%

Poverty Rate

13.4%-10%

Unemployment

3%-32%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,165/mo

Poverty Rate

13.4% -6% vs avg

Unemployment 3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 30.7%

Work From Home 8.3%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 66.8%

African American 14.2%

Asian 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

38.5%

Short Sleep Duration

36.8%

Obesity

35.7%

Physical Inactivity

26.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.4%

Binge Drinking

16%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

13.2%

Diabetes

13.2%

Current Smoking

12.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.3%

Dental Visit 57.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Stroke

3.8%

Alerts & News — Brenham Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Brenham, TX? ▼

Brenham, TX has a population of 36,647 people, located in Washington County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Brenham? ▼

The median household income in Brenham, TX is $77,825 per year. The poverty rate is 13.4%.

What is the median home value in Brenham? ▼

The median home value in Brenham, TX is $288,100. Median rent is $1,165/month.

What are the top health concerns in Brenham? ▼

The top health indicators in Brenham include High Blood Pressure (38.5%), Short Sleep Duration (36.8%), Obesity (35.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Brenham? ▼

Brenham has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Brenham? ▼

The median age in Brenham, TX is 40.9 years. 30.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Brenham, TX is located in Washington County, Texas. With a population of 37K and a median household income of $77,825, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Brenham area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Washington County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.