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Brownsville is a city located in the southernmost tip of Texas in Cameron County along the Rio Grande river across from Matamoros, Mexico. As of the 2020 census, Brownsville has a population of 183,392 making it one of the largest cities in the Rio Grande Valley metropolitan area.

Population and Demographics

As mentioned above, Brownsville has a population of 183,392 as of the 2020 census. The racial makeup of the city is 88.3% Hispanic or Latino, 6.3% White, 4.1% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.5% two or more races. Over 90% of residents speak Spanish at home.

History

Brownsville was founded in 1848 by Charles Stillman after he purchased land in the area and named it Brownsville after Major Jacob Brown who fought and died during the Mexican-American War. It was designated as a county seat of Cameron County in 1849. Brownsville quickly grew as a major port city and saw battles during the Civil War. In the early 1900s, irrigation transformed the area's agriculture. The city saw population growth in the late 20th century from immigration and tourism.

To learn more Brownsville history, visit the Brownsville Heritage Museum at 1325 E. Washington St. which offers exhibits on the city's past. The Brownsville Historical Association located at 1325 E. Washington St. also preserves historic sites and artifacts from the city's founding.

Economy and Major Employers

Today, Brownsville has a diverse economy focused on education, manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, and trade connected to its border location and Port of Brownsville. Major employers in Brownsville include:

• University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - 1 West University Blvd., Brownsville, TX 78520, (956) 882-8200
• Brownsville Independent School District - 1900 Price Rd., Brownsville, TX 78521, (956) 548-8000
• Cameron County - 1100 E Monroe St #118, Brownsville, TX 78520, (956) 544-0830
• Keppel AmFELS - 201 South 26th Street, Brownsville, TX 78520, (956) 831-3181
• SpaceX - 1 Rocket Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, (956) 848-1100

To learn more about economic development in Brownsville visit the Brownsville Economic Development Council.

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Brownsville is provided by the Brownsville Urban System or BUS. The BUS system offers 18 routes providing affordable transportation services throughout the city and to major destinations like the airport, shopping centers, university, downtown and more. The main transfer station is located at 755 International Blvd.

Public Library

The Brownsville Public Library system has four branch locations providing a variety of services to the community including book lending, internet access, literacy programs, and more. The main library is located at 2600 Central Blvd. Find more information at the Brownsville Public Library website.

Museums and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in Brownsville include:

• Brownsville Historic Battlefield Museum - 1003 E Jefferson St, Brownsville, TX 78520, (956) 541-5560 - This museum located at Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Park preserves artifacts and tells the story of the first battle of the Mexican-American war. Google Maps
• Gladys Porter Zoo - 500 Ringgold St, Brownsville, TX 78520, (956) 546-7187 - The Gladys Porter Zoo is a 32 acre zoological and botanical center home to over 1,500 animals. Google Maps
• The Mitte Cultural District - 1001 E Levee St, Brownsville, TX 78520 - This downtown area features art galleries, shops, dining, and entertainment venues housed in historic buildings. Google Maps

Sports

Sports fans in Brownsville can cheer on the Rio Grande Valley Ocelots minor league baseball team part of the Border League. Catch a game at their home field at 3600 N. Expressway. Learn more on the RGV Ocelots Facebook page.

School Districts

Public schools in Brownsville are part of the Brownsville Independent School District. BISD serves over 46,000 students across 5 high schools, 14 middle schools, 36 elementary schools, and 7 alternative campuses. Learn more at the BISD website.

County Information

Brownsville is located in Cameron County in southern Texas. The county seat is also located in Brownsville. Learn more about Cameron County services and information at the Cameron County website or visit one of the office locations:

Additional Local Resources

Discover more about Brownsville at the following websites:

• City of Brownsville Facebook
• Visit Brownsville Tourism

This map shows the city boundaries and major roads and highways in Brownsville, Texas.

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