Cost of Living in Brownsville, OR

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14%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
36%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Brownsville Oregon National
Cost of living114111100
Groceries105104100
Health care103105100
Housing136124100
Transportation103106100
Utilities109106100
Lifestyle & Entertainment107107100
Household Items104104100
Education & Childcare104109100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Brownsville is 3% higher than the Oregon average
  • The cost of living in Brownsville is 14% higher than the national average
  • Brownsville housing is 36% higher than the national average
  • Oregon general sales tax is 100% lower than the national average
  • Oregon state income tax is 83% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$107,663$8,972$2,512$3,230
      Renters$77,156$6,430$1,800$2,315

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      Oregon 4.75% 9.9%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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