Cost of Living in Brownsville, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.0
100 = national avg
-13.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,275
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,468
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing55.3
Food104.4
Transportation106.2
Healthcare103.5
Utilities93.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
The overall cost of living index in Brownsville is 87.0, which is 13.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 55.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,275 per year to cover basic expenses.