Cost of Living in Brownsville, OR

With a cost of living index of 115, Brownsville, OR is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 15% more expensive than the national average and 9% above the Oregon state average of 106. Brownsville is a small community of 1,949 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Brownsville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,616 (23% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $361,300 (18% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Brownsville is $82,750, which is 10% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Brownsville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.2°F, with summers averaging 64°F and winters around 41°F. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches spread over roughly 143 days.

Everyday prices in the Albany, OR (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.