Brenham, TX vs Crockett, TX

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Crockett is 25.2% cheaper than Brenham. With a cost index of 69 vs 86, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Crockett to Brenham should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Brenham is $1,087/month compared to $852/month in Crockett — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Crockett is more affordable at $119,500 median vs $223,200.

Median household income in Brenham is $57,207 compared to $41,528 in Crockett (+37.8%). While Brenham is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Brenham spend roughly 22.8% of their income on rent, less than the 24.6% in Crockett.