Brownsville, Texas vs. Memphis, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Memphis, Tennessee is 5.6% more expensive than Brownsville, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,793 in Memphis, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Brownsville, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Memphis, Tennessee is more expensive than Brownsville, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
60% more expensive in Memphis
than in Brownsville, Texas
Brownsville, TX vs. Memphis, TN
Compared to Brownsville, Memphis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  10.4% higher
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.7% higher