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4,198
TOTAL POPULATION
1,842
MALE POPULATION
2,356
FEMALE POPULATION
78.18
MALES / 100 FEMALES
127.90
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$18,774
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,415
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$33,819
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$15,218
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,894
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Brownsville

The most populous races in Brownsville are White / Caucasian (2,310 | 55.0%), Black / African American (1,530 | 36.4%), and Two or more Races (241 | 5.7%).
Race in Brownsville
Race# Population% Population
Asian120.3%
Black / African American1,53036.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific70.2%
Hispanic or Latino2215.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,31055.0%
Two or more Races2415.7%
Some other Race982.3%
Total4,198100.0%

Ancestry in Brownsville

The most populous ancestries reported in Brownsville are Irish (293 | 7.0%), English (249 | 5.9%), French (233 | 5.6%), American (229 | 5.4%), and Mexican (124 | 2.9%), together accounting for 26.9% of all Brownsville residents.
Ancestry in Brownsville
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2295.4%
Arab80.2%
Choctaw70.2%
Dutch90.2%
English2495.9%
European701.7%
Finnish80.2%
French2335.6%
German641.5%
Irish2937.0%
Korean290.7%
Lebanese80.2%
Mexican1242.9%
Samoan70.2%
Scotch-Irish150.4%
Swedish421.0%
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Immigrants in Brownsville

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Brownsville came from Central America (41 | 1.0%), Latin America (41 | 1.0%), Mexico (41 | 1.0%), Asia (12 | 0.3%), and Philippines (12 | 0.3%), together accounting for 3.5% of all Brownsville residents.
Immigrants in Brownsville
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia120.3%
Central America411.0%
Europe90.2%
Latin America411.0%
Mexico411.0%
Netherlands90.2%
Philippines120.3%
South Eastern Asia120.3%
Western Europe90.2%
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Sex and Age in Brownsville

Sex and Age in Brownsville

The most populous age groups in Brownsville are 10 to 14 Years (254 | 13.8%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (277 | 11.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Brownsville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years162 (8.8%)136 (5.8%)
5 to 9 Years56 (3.0%)167 (7.1%)
10 to 14 Years254 (13.8%)241 (10.2%)
15 to 19 Years137 (7.4%)119 (5.1%)
20 to 24 Years122 (6.6%)135 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years147 (8.0%)35 (1.5%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)144 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years65 (3.5%)39 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Years112 (6.1%)277 (11.8%)
45 to 49 Years101 (5.5%)99 (4.2%)
50 to 54 Years142 (7.7%)132 (5.6%)
55 to 59 Years126 (6.8%)127 (5.4%)
60 to 64 Years209 (11.4%)246 (10.4%)
65 to 69 Years128 (7.0%)198 (8.4%)
70 to 74 Years53 (2.9%)147 (6.2%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)45 (1.9%)
80 to 84 Years14 (0.8%)2 (0.1%)
85 Years and over14 (0.8%)67 (2.8%)
Total1,842 (100.0%)2,356 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Brownsville

Median Family Size in Brownsville

The median family size in Brownsville is 3.15 persons per family, with single male/father families (63 | 6.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.27 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (482 | 48.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.88 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Brownsville
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple482 (48.4%)2.88
Single Male/Father63 (6.3%)4.27
Single Female/Mother451 (45.3%)3.29
Total Families996 (100.0%)3.15

Median Household Size in Brownsville

The median household size in Brownsville is 2.34 persons per household, with single male/father households (63 | 3.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.51 persons per household. non-family households (792 | 44.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Brownsville
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple482 (27.0%)3.05
Single Male/Father63 (3.5%)4.51
Single Female/Mother451 (25.2%)3.45
Non-family792 (44.3%)1.11
Total Households1,788 (100.0%)2.34

Household Size by Marriage Status in Brownsville

Out of a total of 1,788 households in Brownsville, 996 (55.7%) are family households, while 792 (44.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 441, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 736.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Brownsville
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-736 (41.2%)
2-Person Households441 (24.7%)52 (2.9%)
3-Person Households285 (15.9%)4 (0.2%)
4-Person Households193 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households77 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total996 (55.7%)792 (44.3%)

Female Fertility in Brownsville

Fertility by Age in Brownsville

Average fertility rate in Brownsville is 26.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 193.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Brownsville
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years23 (100.0%)193.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total23 (100.0%)26.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brownsville

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brownsville
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Brownsville

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Brownsville
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma23 (100.0%)80.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total23 (100.0%)26.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brownsville

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brownsville
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)

Income in Brownsville

Income Overview in Brownsville

Per Capita Income in Brownsville is $18,774, while median incomes of families and households are $48,415 and $33,819 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,198$18,774
Median Family Income996$48,415
Mean Family Income996$46,931
Median Household Income1,788$33,819
Mean Household Income1,788$41,581
Income Deficit996$15,218
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,19834.58%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,19865.42¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,1980.38

Earnings by Sex in Brownsville

Average Earnings in Brownsville are $27,383, $40,592 for men and $26,556 for women, a difference of 34.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Brownsville
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male783 (45.4%)$40,592
Female941 (54.6%)$26,556
Total1,724 (100.0%)$27,383

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brownsville

The most common earnings brackets in Brownsville are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (83 | 10.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (184 | 19.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brownsville
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less19 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)34 (3.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)72 (7.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99920 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49963 (8.1%)45 (4.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99968 (8.7%)15 (1.6%)
$15,000 to $17,49931 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99925 (3.2%)51 (5.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49958 (7.4%)127 (13.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99918 (2.3%)12 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99969 (8.8%)184 (19.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99916 (2.0%)41 (4.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)18 (1.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99919 (2.4%)78 (8.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99983 (10.6%)86 (9.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99967 (8.6%)30 (3.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99969 (8.8%)148 (15.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99965 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99978 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+15 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total783 (100.0%)941 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brownsville

Average earnings in Brownsville are $45,964 for men and $26,722 for women, a difference of 41.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $51,319, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,699. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,679, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $22,181.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brownsville
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,699$25,914
College or Associate's Degree$51,319$22,181
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,964$26,722

Family Income in Brownsville

Family Income Brackets in Brownsville

According to the Brownsville family income data, there are 348 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Brownsville
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000454.5%
$10,000 to $14,999757.5%
$15,000 to $24,99917617.7%
$25,000 to $34,999595.9%
$35,000 to $49,99918818.9%
$50,000 to $74,99934834.9%
$75,000 to $99,999909.0%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,999151.5%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brownsville

4-person families (130 | 13.1%) account for the highest median family income in Brownsville with $65,110 per family, while 2-person families (523 | 52.5%) have the highest median income of $21,762 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brownsville
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families523 (52.5%)$43,523
3-Person Families266 (26.7%)$49,125
4-Person Families130 (13.1%)$65,110
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families77 (7.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total996 (100.0%)$48,415

Family Income by Number of Earners in Brownsville

Family Income by Number of Earners in Brownsville
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners171 (17.2%)$0
1 Earner513 (51.5%)$42,344
2 Earners312 (31.3%)$66,261
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total996 (100.0%)$48,415

Household Income in Brownsville

Household Income Brackets in Brownsville

With 418 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Brownsville, accounting for 23.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Brownsville
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001458.1%
$10,000 to $14,99919010.6%
$15,000 to $24,99939221.9%
$25,000 to $34,99918610.4%
$35,000 to $49,99921812.2%
$50,000 to $74,99941823.4%
$75,000 to $99,99920911.7%
$100,000 to $149,999160.9%
$150,000 to $199,999140.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Brownsville

The median household income in Brownsville is $33,819, with the highest median household income of $48,669 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 360 households (20.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 78 households (4.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Brownsville
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years78 (4.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years360 (20.1%)$48,669
45 to 64 Years834 (46.6%)$45,521
65+ Years516 (28.9%)$26,353
Total1,788 (100.0%)$33,819

Poverty in Brownsville

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brownsville

With 23.1% poverty level for males and 29.9% for females among the residents of Brownsville, 18 to 24 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 144 males (63.2%) and 136 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brownsville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)136 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years80 (52.3%)149 (88.7%)
12 to 14 Years67 (42.7%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years144 (63.2%)70 (35.9%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)78 (43.6%)
35 to 44 Years13 (7.3%)41 (13.0%)
45 to 54 Years27 (11.1%)62 (26.8%)
55 to 64 Years75 (22.4%)23 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)105 (30.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (16.7%)
Total406 (23.1%)704 (29.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brownsville

According to the poverty statistics in Brownsville, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brownsville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years73 (47.7%)19 (11.3%)
12 to 14 Years90 (57.3%)219 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years31 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years84 (36.8%)125 (64.1%)
25 to 34 Years147 (100.0%)101 (56.4%)
35 to 44 Years164 (92.7%)275 (87.0%)
45 to 54 Years216 (88.9%)169 (73.2%)
55 to 64 Years260 (77.6%)350 (93.8%)
65 to 74 Years181 (100.0%)240 (69.6%)
75 Years and over28 (100.0%)95 (83.3%)
Total1,352 (76.9%)1,652 (70.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brownsville

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Brownsville show that 7.5% or 36 of the total 482 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.9%, comprising of 18 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brownsville
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children271 (93.8%)18 (6.2%)
1 or 2 Children163 (90.1%)18 (9.9%)
3 or 4 Children12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total446 (92.5%)36 (7.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brownsville

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brownsville
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)49 (26.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)82 (73.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)131 (29.0%)

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

The poverty data for Brownsville shows that 36 of the married-couple family households (7.5%) and 131 of the single-parent households (25.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (9.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 82 household (73.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brownsville
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children18 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children18 (9.9%)49 (22.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)82 (73.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (7.5%)131 (25.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Brownsville

Employment by Class of Employer in Brownsville

Among the 1,694 employed individuals in Brownsville, private company employees (1,121 | 66.2%), local government employees (204 | 12.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (148 | 8.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Brownsville
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,12166.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1488.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations965.7%
Local Government Employees20412.0%
State Government Employees593.5%
Federal Government Employees342.0%
Unpaid Family Workers321.9%
Total1,694100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Brownsville

According to the labor force statistics for Brownsville, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,168), 59.8% or 1,894 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.6% or 201 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 84.8% or 418 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 75.6% or 65 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Brownsville
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years70 (28.9%)17 (24.3%)
20 to 24 Years197 (76.7%)20 (10.2%)
25 to 29 Years128 (70.3%)58 (45.3%)
30 to 34 Years86 (59.7%)65 (75.6%)
35 to 44 Years418 (84.8%)29 (6.9%)
45 to 54 Years313 (66.0%)11 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years206 (81.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years284 (62.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years192 (36.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,894 (59.8%)201 (10.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brownsville

According to labor force statistics for Brownsville, 71.7% of individuals (1,435) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,001) are in the labor force, with 11.4% or 164 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 82.2% or 263 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.4% or 78 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brownsville
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School263 (82.2%)20 (6.1%)
High School Diploma521 (63.8%)108 (13.2%)
College / Associate Degree448 (74.8%)104 (17.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher203 (76.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,435 (71.7%)228 (11.4%)

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 (186 | 11.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (153 | 9.0%), Health Technologists (137 | 8.1%), Education Instruction & Library (116 | 6.9%), and Management (115 | 6.8%).
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 Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Management83 (72.2%)32 (27.8%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 72 (38.7%)114 (61.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library42 (36.2%)74 (63.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)153 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)137 (100.0%)
Total (Category)183 (32.2%)385 (67.8%)
Total (Overall)772 (45.6%)922 (54.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Brownsville are Healthcare Support (117 | 6.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (90 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (59 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (40 | 2.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (22 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Brownsville

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Brownsville, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (84.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)117 (100.0%)
Security & Protection40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving14 (15.6%)76 (84.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)54 (17.6%)252 (82.4%)
Total (Overall)772 (45.6%)922 (54.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Brownsville are Office & Administration (168 | 9.9%), and Sales & Related (114 | 6.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Brownsville

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related35 (30.7%)79 (69.3%)
Office & Administration16 (9.5%)152 (90.5%)
Total (Category)51 (18.1%)231 (81.9%)
Total (Overall)772 (45.6%)922 (54.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Brownsville are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (62 | 3.7%), and Construction & Extraction (55 | 3.3%).
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 & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)772 (45.6%)922 (54.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Brownsville are Production (281 | 16.6%), Transportation (91 | 5.4%), and Material Moving (49 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Brownsville

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Brownsville
OccupationMaleFemale
Production271 (96.4%)10 (3.6%)
Transportation61 (67.0%)30 (33.0%)
Material Moving35 (71.4%)14 (28.6%)
Total (Category)367 (87.2%)54 (12.8%)
Total (Overall)772 (45.6%)922 (54.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Brownsville

Employment Industries in Brownsville

The major employment industries in Brownsville include Health Care & Social Assistance (356 | 21.0%), Manufacturing (213 | 12.6%), Retail Trade (202 | 11.9%), Educational Services (182 | 10.7%), and Finance & Insurance (124 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Brownsville

Employment Industries by Sex in Brownsville

The Brownsville industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Brownsville
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing203 (95.3%)10 (4.7%)
Wholesale Trade12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade109 (54.0%)93 (46.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Information57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)124 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support22 (62.9%)13 (37.1%)
Educational Services49 (26.9%)133 (73.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)356 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services14 (13.9%)87 (86.1%)
Public Administration42 (59.2%)29 (40.8%)
Total772 (45.6%)922 (54.4%)

Education in Brownsville

School Enrollment in Brownsville

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,016 students in Brownsville are high school (413 | 40.6%), middle school (256 | 25.2%), and elementary school (214 | 21.1%).
School Enrollment in Brownsville
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten212.1%
Elementary School21421.1%
Middle School25625.2%
High School41340.6%
College / Undergraduate11211.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total1,016100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brownsville

Out of a total of 1,016 students who are enrolled in schools in Brownsville, 34 (3.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 982 (96.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 34 (15.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 495 (100.0% 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 Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old189 (84.8%)34 (15.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds495 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total982 (96.7%)34 (3.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brownsville

Science & technology (95 | 27.3%), education (73 | 21.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (69 | 19.8%), business (55 | 15.8%), and arts & humanities (22 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 348 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 & Mathematics72.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6919.8%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences123.5%
Engineering154.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology9527.3%
Business5515.8%
Education7321.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities226.3%
Total348100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Brownsville

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brownsville

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Brownsville are males with 1 vehicle (316, accounting for 40.9%) and females with 1 vehicle (357, making up 34.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brownsville
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle55 (7.1%)33 (3.6%)
1 Vehicle316 (40.9%)357 (38.7%)
2 Vehicles316 (40.9%)314 (34.1%)
3 Vehicles85 (11.0%)170 (18.4%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)6 (0.6%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)42 (4.6%)
Total772 (100.0%)922 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Brownsville

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Brownsville are 10 to 14 minutes (455 commuters, 28.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (439 commuters, 27.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (247 commuters, 15.4%).
Commute Time in Brownsville
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes16610.4%
5 to 9 Minutes1418.8%
10 to 14 Minutes45528.4%
15 to 19 Minutes43927.4%
20 to 24 Minutes24715.4%
25 to 29 Minutes181.1%
30 to 34 Minutes362.2%
35 to 39 Minutes251.6%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes181.1%
60 to 89 Minutes573.6%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Brownsville

The most common commute times in Brownsville are 10 to 14 minutes (201 commuters, 29.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (292 commuters, 32.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Brownsville
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes105 (15.2%)61 (6.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes85 (12.3%)56 (6.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes201 (29.1%)254 (27.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes147 (21.3%)292 (32.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes50 (7.2%)197 (21.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes18 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes19 (2.8%)17 (1.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes25 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes18 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes22 (3.2%)35 (3.8%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brownsville

The most frequent times of departure to work in Brownsville are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (170, 24.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (229, 25.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brownsville
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM80 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM18 (2.6%)25 (2.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM18 (2.6%)44 (4.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM119 (17.2%)79 (8.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM58 (8.4%)125 (13.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM170 (24.6%)229 (25.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM62 (9.0%)107 (11.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM66 (9.6%)38 (4.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM30 (4.3%)53 (5.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM30 (4.3%)53 (5.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1 (0.1%)8 (0.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM38 (5.5%)151 (16.6%)
Total690 (100.0%)912 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Brownsville

Occupancy by Ownership in Brownsville

Of the total 1,788 dwellings in Brownsville, owner-occupied units account for 1,121 (62.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 667 (37.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Brownsville
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,12162.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units66737.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,788100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Brownsville

Occupancy by Household Size in Brownsville
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household73641.2%
2-Person Household49327.6%
3-Person Household28916.2%
4+ Person Household27015.1%
Total Housing Units1,788100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brownsville

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brownsville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household371 (50.4%)365 (49.6%)
2-Person Household393 (79.7%)100 (20.3%)
3-Person Household177 (61.3%)112 (38.8%)
4+ Person Household180 (66.7%)90 (33.3%)
Total Housing Units1,121 (62.7%)667 (37.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brownsville

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brownsville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School128 (55.2%)104 (44.8%)
High School Diploma546 (70.5%)229 (29.5%)
College/Associate Degree263 (51.1%)252 (48.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher184 (69.2%)82 (30.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brownsville

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brownsville
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1629.1%
35 to 44 Years27615.4%
45 to 54 Years36320.3%
55 to 64 Years47126.3%
65 to 74 Years40122.4%
75 to 84 Years593.3%
85 Years and Over563.1%
Total1,788100.0%

Housing Finances in Brownsville

Median Income by Occupancy in Brownsville

Median Income by Occupancy in Brownsville
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,121 (62.7%)$48,292
Renter-Occupied667 (37.3%)$18,945
Average1,788 (100.0%)$33,819

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brownsville

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brownsville
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (0.7%)24 (3.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99914 (1.3%)99 (14.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99947 (4.2%)142 (21.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99928 (2.5%)109 (16.3%)
$20,000 to $24,999213 (19.0%)41 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999101 (9.0%)85 (12.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999198 (17.7%)20 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999330 (29.4%)89 (13.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999166 (14.8%)43 (6.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)15 (2.2%)
Total1,121 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brownsville

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brownsville
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300278 (24.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499370 (33.0%)102 (15.3%)
$500 to $79979 (7.0%)194 (29.1%)
$800 to $999161 (14.4%)83 (12.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49946 (4.1%)129 (19.3%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49961 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99986 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more40 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,121 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Brownsville

Housing Structures in Brownsville

Housing Structures in Brownsville
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached94052.6%
Single Unit, Attached140.8%
2 Unit Apartments653.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments392.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other73040.8%
Total1,788100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brownsville

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brownsville
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached633 (67.3%)307 (32.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other488 (66.8%)242 (33.2%)
Total1,121 (62.7%)667 (37.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brownsville

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brownsville
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (0.7%)39 (5.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms431 (38.5%)493 (73.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms545 (48.6%)135 (20.2%)
8 or more Rooms130 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,121 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brownsville

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brownsville
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas335 (29.9%)189 (28.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity779 (69.5%)478 (71.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,121 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Brownsville

Household Vehicle Usage in Brownsville
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle47 (4.2%)187 (28.0%)
1 Vehicle452 (40.3%)327 (49.0%)
2 Vehicles457 (40.8%)57 (8.6%)
3 or more Vehicles165 (14.7%)96 (14.4%)
Total1,121 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Brownsville

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Brownsville

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units793328
Median Property Value$60,400$110,600
Median Household Income$41,250$0
Monthly Housing Costs$359$27
Real Estate Taxes$199$131

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brownsville

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brownsville
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000385 (48.5%)78 (23.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999200 (25.2%)46 (14.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999195 (24.6%)195 (59.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99913 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)9 (2.7%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total793 (100.0%)328 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brownsville

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brownsville
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00013 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999253 (31.9%)9 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99962 (7.8%)35 (10.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999198 (25.0%)39 (11.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999152 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999115 (14.5%)178 (54.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)51 (15.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)16 (4.9%)
Total793 (100.0%)328 (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 2.0x474 (59.8%)56,518 (17,231.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x90 (11.4%)105 (32.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x37 (4.7%)136 (41.5%)
4.0x or more192 (24.2%)18 (5.5%)
Total793 (100.0%)328 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brownsville

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brownsville
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800294 (37.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49969 (8.7%)154 (46.9%)
$800 to $1,49931 (3.9%)43 (13.1%)
Total793 (100.0%)328 (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 Years319 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years809 (89.9%)91 (10.1%)
19 to 25 Years288 (86.0%)47 (14.0%)
26 to 34 Years280 (93.0%)21 (7.0%)
35 to 44 Years397 (80.5%)96 (19.5%)
45 to 54 Years405 (85.4%)69 (14.6%)
55 to 64 Years620 (87.6%)88 (12.4%)
65 to 74 Years526 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,786 (90.2%)412 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brownsville

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brownsville
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born319 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen809 (89.9%)91 (10.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen288 (86.0%)47 (14.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brownsville

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brownsville
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,400 (90.0%)156 (10.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999768 (94.8%)42 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,022 (86.7%)157 (13.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999467 (89.1%)57 (10.9%)
$100,000 and over121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

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 6243 (76.2%)76 (23.8%)
6 to 18 Years560 (62.2%)289 (32.1%)
19 to 25 Years151 (45.1%)137 (40.9%)
25 to 34 Years235 (78.1%)45 (14.9%)
35 to 44 Years212 (43.0%)225 (45.6%)
45 to 54 Years182 (38.4%)235 (49.6%)
55 to 64 Years401 (56.6%)225 (31.8%)
65 to 74 Years525 (99.8%)381 (72.4%)
75 Years and over142 (100.0%)90 (63.4%)
Total2,651 (63.1%)1,703 (40.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brownsville

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brownsville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years26 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (2.7%)83 (22.2%)
35 to 64 Years301 (39.9%)282 (30.6%)
65 to 74 Years27 (14.9%)29 (8.4%)
75 Years and over14 (50.0%)77 (67.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Brownsville

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years126 (16.7%)53 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years18 (9.9%)13 (3.8%)
75 Years and over9 (32.1%)13 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years13 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)56 (15.0%)
35 to 64 Years147 (19.5%)122 (13.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (32.1%)28 (24.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years26 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (2.7%)27 (7.2%)
35 to 64 Years49 (6.5%)75 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years9 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (20.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.7%)
35 to 64 Years160 (21.2%)206 (22.4%)
65 to 74 Years9 (5.0%)29 (8.4%)
75 Years and over5 (17.9%)77 (67.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Brownsville: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years59 (7.8%)7 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (17.9%)2 (1.8%)

Technology Access in Brownsville

Computing Device Access in Brownsville

Computing Device Access in Brownsville
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,16965.4%
Smartphone1,42979.9%
Tablet97254.4%
No Computing Device34219.1%
Total1,788100.0%

Internet Access in Brownsville

Internet Access in Brownsville
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,09161.0%
Cellular Data Only22312.5%
Satellite Internet23513.1%
No Internet35519.9%
Total1,788100.0%

Brownsville Summary

Brownsville is a small town located in the state of Louisiana, United States. It is situated in the northern part of the state, in the parish of East Carroll. The town has a population of approximately 1,000 people and is located on the banks of the Mississippi River.

History

Brownsville was founded in 1837 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Vicksburg. The town was named after the first settler, William Brown, who had purchased the land from the Choctaw Indians. The town was originally a trading post and a ferry crossing point for travelers crossing the Mississippi River.
In the late 1800s, Brownsville became a major port for the cotton industry. The town was also a major stop on the Mississippi River for steamboats and barges. The town was also home to a number of sawmills and lumberyards.
In the early 1900s, Brownsville was a major center for the oil industry. The town was home to several oil refineries and was a major supplier of oil to the United States Navy during World War II.

Geography

Brownsville is located in the northern part of Louisiana, in the parish of East Carroll. The town is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, and is surrounded by the towns of Vicksburg, Natchez, and Ferriday. The town is located approximately 50 miles south of the state capital, Baton Rouge.
The town has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located at an elevation of approximately 50 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Brownsville is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the historic Brownsville Museum and the Natchez Trace Parkway.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and electronics.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Brownsville was 1,000 people. The town has a population density of 833 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the town is 79.2% White, 18.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races.
The median household income in Brownsville is $30,000, and the median family income is $35,000. The town has a poverty rate of 22.2%. The town has a high school graduation rate of 79.2%. The town has a population of approximately 1,000 people, and the median age is 37.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Brownsville?
Total Population of Brownsville is 4,198.
What is the Total Male Population of Brownsville?
Total Male Population of Brownsville is 1,842.
What is the Total Female Population of Brownsville?
Total Female Population of Brownsville is 2,356.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Brownsville?
There are 78.18 Males per 100 Females in Brownsville.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Brownsville?
There are 127.90 Females per 100 Males in Brownsville.
What is the Median Population Age in Brownsville?
Median Population Age in Brownsville is 42.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Brownsville
Average Family Size in Brownsville is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Brownsville
Average Household Size in Brownsville is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Brownsville?
Per Capita income in Brownsville is $18,774.
What is the Median Family Income in Brownsville?
Median Family Income in Brownsville is $48,415.
What is the Median Household income in Brownsville?
Median Household Income in Brownsville is $33,819.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Brownsville?
Income or Wage Gap in Brownsville is 34.6%.
Women in Brownsville earn 65.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Brownsville?
Family Income Deficit in Brownsville is $15,218.
Families that are below poverty line in Brownsville earn $15,218 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Brownsville?
Inequality or Gini Index in Brownsville is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Brownsville?
There are 1,894 People in the Labor Forcein in Brownsville.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Brownsville?
59.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Brownsville.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Brownsville?
Unemployment Rate in Brownsville is 10.6%.