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Brenham, Texas

Introduction to Brenham, Texas

Brenham, Texas, in Washington county, is 32 miles S of College Station, Texas and 68 miles NW of Houston, Texas. The city's population is approximately 13,507.

Brenham History

The city of Brenham was founded in 1844. It was named after Richard Fox Brenham, a doctor and member of the Texan Santa Fe expedition. The city was incorporated in 1858.

Brenham and nearby Attractions

  • Brenham Heritage Museum
  • Washington County Parks Department
  • Brenham Aquatic Recreation
  • Artesian Park RV Campground
  • Laser Gallery
  • Parker Kenneth

Things To Do In Brenham

The city of Brenham offers easy access to several historic sites. You can visit the various museums to learn more about the history of the region. In addition, there are many parks in the city. The recreation department of the city organizes a wide variety of events and programs for people of all ages throughout the year.

Brenham Transportation

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers regular services.

Brenham Higher Education

Higher educational facilities are provided by Blinn College. Prairie View A & M University and Texas A & M University are also nearby.

High Points

Brenham strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Brenham Racial Diversity
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Brenham Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Brenham, TX

Comparing Brenham to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity108
Senior Citizens88
Female Share of the Population88
Children Under 5 Years Old43
Well-Paid Single Women48
Age of the Population45
Well-Paid Single Men47
Male Share of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size42
Portion of People Married31

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults58
Median Family Income47
People in Middle Class or Better36
People Above Poverty34

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home46
Walking and Biking to Work35
Public Transportation Use25

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals810
Seasonal and Vacation Housing86
People Living Alone79
Housing Recently Built76
Affordability of Rents75
Affordability of Property Taxes64

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime55
Low Violent Crime33

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