Brownsville, Oregon (97327) is a small rural town located in the Willamette Valley. It has a population of just over 1,000 people, and a median household income of $44,167. According to BestPlaces rankings, Brownsville’s cost of living index is 85.2. This is slightly lower than the national average of 100, indicating that goods and services are more affordable in Brownsville than the rest of the country. The public schools here receive an overall score of 4 out 10 from GreatSchools; however, this does not take into account the many private school options available in the area. It is also worth noting that Brownsville’s violent crime rate is slightly higher than the national average at 4.45 per 1000 residents compared to 3.7 per 1000 nationally. Still, it remains a safe community and one where residents can enjoy the rolling hills and picturesque scenery surrounding them – perhaps why it was ranked #3 on BestPlaces's list of best small towns in Oregon for 2019!
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