Brenham city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Brenham city, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Brenham city, Texas has a total population of 18,086, the 175th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $57,207, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.7%.

Brenham city Quick Facts

Population 18,086

Median Household Income $57,207

Median Home Value $223,200

Poverty Rate 18.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 34.3 years

Homeownership Rate 56.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.0%

High School Graduation Rate 87.3%

Diversity Index 66/100

Population 18,086 175th of 1,800

Median Income $57,207 below average

Poverty Rate 18.7% 50% higher national

Median Home Value $223,200 above average

How Brenham city Compares

Median Household Income

Brenham city

$57,207

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Brenham city

$223,200

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.5%

$25K-$50K 18.4%

$50K-$100K 35.5%

$100K+ 22.5%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

54.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.8%

Renter 43.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.4%

18-34

27.3%

35-54

19.8%

55-74

20.5%

75+

9.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Brenham city Rankings in Texas

#175 Population of 1,800

#949 Median Income of 1,800

#411 Education of 1,800

#477 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Brenham city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
White Settlement city	18,119	$56,472	$176,500	18.3%	10.1%
Gainesville city	17,688	$56,341	$162,900	19.6%	19.9%
Bay City city	17,816	$51,898	$149,800	20.5%	26.7%
Orange city	19,178	$60,183	$147,200	18.7%	17.3%
Terrell city	19,019	$63,795	$190,000	16.5%	16.8%

Population Overview

Brenham city is a small city located in Texas. The total population is 18,086. It ranks as the 175th most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Brenham city is 34.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Brenham city is $57,207. This is 25% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 27% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.7%. This is 35% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $223,200. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 56.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Brenham city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (22.0% vs 11.9%). The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

30.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Brenham city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Brenham city, Texas?

Brenham city, Texas has a population of 18,086 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Brenham city, TX?

The median household income in Brenham city is $57,207, which is 27% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Brenham city, TX?

The poverty rate in Brenham city is 18.7%. This means approximately 2,961 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Brenham city, Texas?

Brenham city's population is 47.9% White, 22.0% Black, 24.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Brenham city, TX?

The median home value in Brenham city is $223,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Brenham city, Texas?

30.0% of adults (25+) in Brenham city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.