Brenham, TX vs Nolanville, TX

Nolanville is moderately more affordable than Brenham, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Brenham scores 86 compared to 81 for Nolanville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Brenham can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Brenham is $1,087/month compared to $1,132/month in Nolanville — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Brenham has cheaper rent, Nolanville actually has lower median home values ($179,800 vs $223,200).

Median household income in Brenham is $57,207 compared to $85,657 in Nolanville (-33.2%). Nolanville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Brenham spend roughly 22.8% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Nolanville.