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Brownstown, IN

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Population
3,154
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
623 ft
Median Home Value
$146,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$658/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$62,756
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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OverallBest places in IndianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IndianaNearest larger communitySeymour, Indiana9.7 miles away · 22,450 residents.

About Brownstown

Brownstown is a quiet southern Indiana town of about 3,000 people that serves as the Jackson County seat. At the center of town sits a historic square anchored by the red-brick courthouse and its standout clock tower. It has the feel of a classic Midwestern county seat, with local shops, easy traffic, and a friendly, relaxed pace. The East Fork of the White River flows right past town, offering quiet spots for fishing and easy afternoons by the water.

Jackson County Courthouse in Brownstown, southern side and front

Outdoor recreation is practically in your backyard, with Jackson-Washington State Forest just a five-minute drive southeast. Residents head there for hiking trails, camping, and scenic views from the ridges. With solid local schools, a tight-knit community, and larger retail options just up the road in Seymour, Brownstown is an appealing spot for anyone looking for peaceful small-town living.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+97.8rating

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