Brown County, Texas
Brown County: County in Texas, United States
About
Brown County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 38,106 and a population density of 15 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 37,633 inhabitants. Its county seat is Brownwood. The county was created 168 years ago in 1855.
Nestled in the rolling hills of west central Texas, Brown County is the quintessential small town American community. With a population just under 40,000 people, Brown County offers a peaceful lifestyle and close-knit neighborhoods.
The county was established in 1856 and named after Henry Stevenson Brown, a commander at the Battle of Velasco during the Texas Revolution. The landscape of Brown County is defined by its natural beauty of green hills, rocky outcroppings, and winding rivers.
Some key features of Brown County include:
- The county seat and largest town, Brownwood, founded in 1857. Its historic downtown has shops, restaurants, and museums.
- Lake Brownwood State Park which offers fishing, boating, swimming, and camping opportunities amidst gorgeous scenery.
- The Brown County Rodeo held every July since 1937, celebrating the area's cowboy culture.
- Dozens of bed and breakfasts perfect for a quaint getaway to enjoy the countryside.
- Wineries scattered throughout the county, producing award-winning Texas wines.
From its old-fashioned Main Street to its wide open spaces, Brown County harkens back to a simpler time. Its rolling hills and small town communities seem a world away from big city life. For a relaxing visit filled with natural beauty and small town charm, Brown County is the perfect escape.
Quick Facts about Brown County
Population : | 37,633 (2020) |
Country : | United States of America |
State : | Texas (United States) |
Different from : | Brown County, Brown County, Brown County, Brown County, Brown County, Brown County, Brown County, Brown County |
Area : | 2478 km2 |
Water as percent of area : | 1.3% |
Land as percent of area : | 98.7% |
Named for : | Henry Stevenson Brown |
Capital : | Brownwood |
Establishment : | January 01, 1856 |
Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
Local time : | 19:19:36 (12th November 2024) |
Density : | 15 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
Population growth : | -1.26% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Brown County is located at 31°46'27"N 98°59'59"W (31.7742600, -98.9997900). It has 7 neighbors: Callahan County, Coleman County, Comanche County, Eastland County, McCulloch County, Mills County and San Saba County.
Brown County map
The largest city of Brown County is Brownwood with a population of 19,031. Other cities include, Early population 3,296 and Bangs population 1,504. See all Brown County cities & populated places.
Brown County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Brown County.
City Name | Population | Title |
---|---|---|
Brownwood | 19,031 | City in Texas, United States of America |
Early | 3,296 | City |
Lake Brownwood | 1,532 | Census designated place |
Bangs | 1,504 | City |
Blanket | 368 | Town of the United States |
- Official Website
Official website of Brown County
Brown County has 7 neighbours.
- Callahan County county in Texas, United States
- Coleman County county in Texas, United States
- Comanche County county in Texas, United States
- Eastland County county in Texas, United States
- McCulloch County county in Texas, United States
- Mills County county in Texas, United States
- San Saba County county in Texas, United States
- Brownwood
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Brown County decreased by 1.26% in 10 years.
Year | Population | % Change | Method |
2010 | 38,106 | - | census |
2011 | 38,000 | -0.28% | estimation process |
2012 | 37,808 | -0.51% | estimation process |
2013 | 37,671 | -0.36% | estimation process |
2014 | 37,553 | -0.31% | estimation process |
2015 | 37,736 | 0.48% | estimation process |
2016 | 38,039 | 0.8% | estimation process |
2017 | 37,815 | -0.59% | estimation process |
2018 | 37,820 | 0.01% | estimation process |
2019 | 37,864 | 0.12% | estimation process |
2020 | 37,633 | -0.61% | estimation process |
People born in Brown County (1)
American football player Billy Cross was born in Brown County
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Texas Other Counties (more counties)
County Name | Population | Title |
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Harris County | 4,738,253 | County in Texas, United States |
Dallas County | 2,635,888 | County in Texas, United States |
Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
Tarrant County | 2,123,347 | County in Texas, United States |
Bexar County | 2,026,823 | County in Texas, United States |
San Antonio | 1,567,118 | The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area. |
Dallas | 1,343,266 | The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
Travis County | 1,300,503 | County in Texas, United States |
Collin County | 1,072,069 | County in Texas, United States |
Austin | 995,484 | The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area. |
Fort Worth | 927,720 | The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
Denton County | 919,324 | County in Texas, United States |
Montopolis | 912,791 | A neighborhood located in Austin, Texas. |
Hidalgo County | 875,200 | County in New Mexico, United States |
El Paso County | 841,286 | County in Texas, United States |
Fort Bend County | 839,706 | County in Texas, United States |