Brownwood

TX

Brown County, Texas

Population 38K |Median income $57,470 |1 hospital

Population
38,347
Brown County
Median Income
$57,470
-15% vs avg
Median Home Value
$158,900
-30% vs avg
Median Age
41.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
38K+1%
Median Income
$57,470+44%
Median Home Value
$158,900+81%
Poverty Rate
15.3%-17%
Unemployment
5.3%+32%

Economics

Median Rent
$919/mo
Poverty Rate
15.3% +8% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.2%
Work From Home 4.7%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 74.8%
African American 3.7%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
38.1%
Short Sleep Duration
37.8%
Obesity
34.9%
Physical Inactivity
30.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.7%
Lack of Health Insurance
16.6%
Binge Drinking
16.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.5%
Current Smoking
15.3%
Diabetes
14%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 54.9%
Annual Checkup 75.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.8%
Stroke
4.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
HENDRICK MEDICAL CENTER BROWNWOOD
BROWNWOOD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Brownwood 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 Brownwood, TX? ▼
Brownwood, TX has a population of 38,347 people, located in Brown County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Brownwood? ▼
The median household income in Brownwood, TX is $57,470 per year. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
What is the median home value in Brownwood? ▼
The median home value in Brownwood, TX is $158,900. Median rent is $919/month.
What are the top health concerns in Brownwood? ▼
The top health indicators in Brownwood include High Blood Pressure (38.1%), Short Sleep Duration (37.8%), Obesity (34.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Brownwood? ▼
Brownwood has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Brownwood? ▼
The median age in Brownwood, TX is 41.8 years. 20.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Brownwood, TX is located in Brown County, Texas. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $57,470, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Brownwood 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 (Brown 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.