Cost of Living in Brownsville, TN

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

75.8

100 = national avg

-24.2 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$33,368

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$78,869

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
72.1
Food
80.2
Transportation
85.8
Healthcare
84.1
Utilities
82.5

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$705

per month

2 Bedroom

$925

per month

The overall cost of living index in Brownsville is 75.8, which is 24.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,368 per year to cover basic expenses.