Early

City in Brown County, Texas

Aerial view of Early, Texas
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Early is a city in Brown County, Texas, with 3,087 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,414 ft (431 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Brownwood, 3.1 miles SW.

About Early

Early is a city located in Brown County in west-central Texas, United States. It is a suburb of Brownwood, and the population was 3,087 at the 2020 census. It is named for Walter U. Early, who donated land for the local schools. It is home to the Early Independent School District and the Heartland Mall.

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Living in Early

Median household income
$67,346
Median home value
$179,800
Median rent
$1,227/mo
Median age
36.5
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Early, TX population

Early had 3,087 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census3,087
Density829 per sq mi (320 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Early at a glance

StateTexas (TX)
CountyBrown County
TypeCity
Population3,087 (2020)
Land area3.73 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Elevation1,414 ft (431 m)
Coordinates31.7422° N, 98.9366° W
ZIP code76802
Census code (GEOID)4821904

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Early

What county is Early in?

Early is in Brown County, Texas.

What is the population of Early, TX?

3,087 people lived in Early at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Early, TX?

The ZIP code of Early is 76802.

What is the elevation of Early?

1,414 feet (431 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Early?

Brownwood (3.1 mi), Zephyr (9.6 mi), Blanket (10.3 mi), Lake Brownwood (11.2 mi), Bangs (11.5 mi).

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