Cost of Living in Brownsville, TX
Population: 188,023 • 2026 Data
$48,675
Median Household Income
-37% vs national
$906
Median Monthly Rent
-33% vs national
$122,400
Median Home Value
-64% vs national
6.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brownsville
The median home value in Brownsville, TX is $122,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $906, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $830.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brownsville, TX is $48,675. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1%, with a labor force of 82,784 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.