Brownsville, LA Cost of Living


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Brownsville cost of living score
84.3
Less expensive
15.7% lower
than the US average
6.2% lower
than the Louisiana average
Brownsville, Louisiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.7% lower than the U.S. average and 6.2% higher than the average for Louisiana.

Brownsville, LA

Housing costs in Brownsville?
A typical home costs $81,000, which is 76.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 56.2% less expensive than the average Louisiana home, at $184,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Brownsville costs $790 per month, which is 44.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 26.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,000.

Can I afford Brownsville?
To live comfortably in Brownsville, Louisiana, a minimum annual income of $15,480 for a family, and $24,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Brownsville?
The cost of living in Brownsville, LA is relatively low compared to the national average. According to Best Places, the cost of living index is at an estimated 87.5, with the national average being set at 100. Housing expenses are particularly low, with median home prices estimated around $85,000. Additionally, utilities such as electricity and water are also surprisingly affordable for the area. With a moderate climate and lots of nearby outdoor activities and events, Brownsville offers a unique opportunity for individuals or families looking to live in an affordable yet comfortable environment.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBrownsvilleLouisianaUnited States
  84.389.9100.0
  9092.7100
  131.3113.2100.0
  31.464.9100.0
  $81,000$184,800$338,100
  90.8%89.9%100.0%
  91.8108.2100.0
  98.281.4100.0

   100=National Average

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