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Brownsville has a population of 189,177 with a median age of 31.2. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 189,177 |
| Median Age | 31.2 |
| White | 31.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 94.0% |
The median household income in Brownsville is $52,130, which is 35.3% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $22,512. The poverty rate is 23.7%.
The unemployment rate in Brownsville is 5.4%, compared to the national rate of 4.1%.
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In Brownsville, 72.0% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 24.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7.3% with a graduate or professional degree).
| Education Level | % of Adults (25+) |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Higher | 72.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.5% |
| Graduate or Professional Degree | 7.3% |
The median home value in Brownsville is $139,900, below the national median of $303,400. The median monthly rent is $923. The homeownership rate is 61.7%.
| Housing Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,900 |
| Median Monthly Rent | $923 |
| Homeownership Rate | 61.7% |
| Vacancy Rate | 7.8% |
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