Cost of Living in Brownsville, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
60.1
100 = national avg
-39.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$26,430
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$62,472
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.7
Food71.9
Transportation43.8
Healthcare77.5
Utilities75.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,299
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brownsville is 60.1, which is 39.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $26,430 per year to cover basic expenses.