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Brenham, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brenham, Texas had a total population of 18,641, the 173rd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $65,112, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Brenham Quick Facts

Population 18,641
Median Household Income $65,112
Median Home Value $241,100
Poverty Rate 18.9%
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Median Age 33.8 years
Homeownership Rate 51.1%
Affordability Ratio 3.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.5%
High School Graduation Rate 88.1%
Diversity Index 66/100
Population 18,641 173rd of 1,795
Median Income $65,112 average
Poverty Rate 18.9% 52% higher than national
Median Home Value $241,100 above average

How Brenham Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population18,08618,641+3.1%
Median household income$57,207$65,112+13.8%
Median home value$223,200$241,100+8.0%

How Brenham Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.5%
$25K-$50K 16.8%
$50K-$100K 36.2%
$100K+ 24.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.4%
$10K-$15K
9.1%
$15K-$20K
4.8%
$20K-$25K
3.2%
$25K-$30K
2.8%
$30K-$35K
5.8%
$35K-$40K
1.5%
$40K-$45K
3.3%
$45K-$50K
3.4%
$50K-$60K
8.3%
$60K-$75K
11.1%
$75K-$100K
16.8%
$100K-$125K
8.3%
$125K-$150K
5.4%
$150K-$200K
5.4%
$200K+
5.3%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
55.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 51.1%
Renter 48.9%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,157/mo 21.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

66out of 100
High Diversity

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

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Brenham Rankings in Texas

#173 Population of 1,795
#764 Median Income of 1,546
#374 Education of 1,795
#489 Home Value of 1,542

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Other Cities in Washington County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Burton 174 $76,250 10.9% $275,000

Cities Similar to Brenham

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Orange19,177$62,891$164,90018.6%15.4%
Seagoville19,352$66,743$230,40010.7%11.8%
La Marque19,268$71,102$206,90022.9%15.6%
Gainesville17,883$58,809$177,00019.4%19.1%
Terrell20,366$65,842$218,50015.8%15.9%

Population Overview

Brenham is a small city located in Texas, within Washington County. The total population is 18,641. It ranks as the 173rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Brenham is 33.8 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Brenham is $65,112. This is 17% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.9%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $241,100. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 51.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Brenham is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (19.8% vs 11.9%). The Asian population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

32.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Brenham, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Brenham, Texas?

Brenham, Texas has a population of 18,641 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Brenham, TX?

The median household income in Brenham is $65,112, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Brenham, TX?

The poverty rate in Brenham is 18.9%. This means approximately 3,093 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Brenham, Texas?

Brenham's population is 49.1% White, 19.8% Black, 24.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Brenham, TX?

The median home value in Brenham is $241,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Brenham, Texas?

32.5% of adults (25+) in Brenham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.