Investor-grade market analytics for Brownsville-Harlingen, Texas. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$209,484
+1.3% year-over-year
8.4%
gross annual
+1.3%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+1.3% year-over-year
70/100
HighNet migration: Bottom 4% nationally
In-migrants avg $55,406 AGI vs out-migrants $50,139
Opportunity Zone Market
9 ZIP codes in Brownsville-Harlingen are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Brownsville-Harlingen, TX is in a stabilization phase with 1.3% year-over-year appreciation, suggesting cooling demand and a shift toward balanced conditions. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.08x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk is elevated (70/100), which may impact insurance costs and long-term property values. Rental yield of 8.38% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Brownsville-Harlingen, TX's primary climate exposure is hurricanes (90/100). The composite climate risk score of 70/100 (High) indicates overall risk which may increase insurance premiums and impact property values over time. Buyers should consider climate-related insurance costs and potential future regulatory changes.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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