Why Live in Brownfield
Brownfield, known as the Grape Capital of Texas, is a small-town community in the South Plains region of West Texas. With a population of just under 9,000, agriculture is central to life here, with cotton, grapes, and peanuts being the primary crops. The town is surrounded by miles of farmland and is located about 40 miles south of Lubbock and just over 100 miles north of Odessa. Homes in Brownfield are predominantly single-family cottages or ranch-style houses, featuring stucco or brick exteriors and mature landscaping with shade trees like Texas Ashes. The area experiences windy conditions and occasional dust storms, prompting homeowners to weather-strip windows and doors and secure loose items. Brownfield Independent School District serves around 1,700 students, with Brownfield High offering P-TECH programs for early college and technical certifications. The town boasts about 140 acres of parkland, including Cactus Park, Geron Park, and Gillham Park, which is popular for birdwatching. The community recently added a $4.5-million sports complex and hosts the annual Terry County Harvest Festival at Coleman Park. Day-to-day conveniences are found along U.S. Route 62 and U.S. 380, with local eateries like Tencha’s Lunch Box and wineries such as Farmhouse Vineyards, Reddy Vineyards, and Triple D Winery. Public transportation is limited, but SPARTAN buses provide scheduled services. Brownfield is accessible via several highways, with Downtown Lubbock and Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport approximately 40 and 50 miles away, respectively.
