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Brownsville vs McAllen
Two Texas cities 51 miles apart, side by side.
| Brownsville | McAllen | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 188,023 | 143,789 |
| Median household income | $48,675 | $60,165 |
| Median home value | $122,400 | $173,800 |
| Median rent | $906/mo | $1,017/mo |
| Median age | 30.9 | 34 |
| Homeownership | 60% | 59% |
| Property tax (effective) | 1.82% | 1.78% |
| Sales tax | 8.25% | 8.25% |
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Questions
Is Brownsville or McAllen cheaper?
For housing, Brownsville is cheaper: median home values are $122,400 in Brownsville and $173,800 in McAllen; median rents are $906 and $1,017.
Which has higher incomes, Brownsville or McAllen?
McAllen: median household income is $48,675 in Brownsville and $60,165 in McAllen.
How far is Brownsville from McAllen?
About 51 miles in a straight line.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.