salaryBrownsville is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,204
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$955
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$56,222
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$139,900
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
86.0
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,349
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$198
$223
👥 People living there
189,177
618,980
Commute to work
21.4 min
21.1 min
College degree
24.5%
28%
Own their home
61.7%
44.9%
Below poverty line
23.7%
23.1%
Unemployment
6.2%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Brownsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Memphis for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Brownsville | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $47,320 | $71,600 | +51% in Memphis |
| Carpenter | $35,640 | $50,620 | +42% in Memphis |
| Firefighter | $46,220 | $62,910 | +36% in Memphis |
| Operations Manager | $75,350 | $102,510 | +36% in Memphis |
| Police Officer | $56,820 | $75,410 | +33% in Memphis |
| Electrician | $46,080 | $60,890 | +32% in Memphis |
| Lawyer | $103,100 | $134,440 | +30% in Memphis |
| Truck Driver | $48,550 | $63,070 | +30% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Brownsville or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Brownsville is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,204 a month there versus $1,399 in Memphis.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Brownsville?
About $64,330 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Brownsville or Memphis?
The typical household earns $56,222 in Brownsville and $55,797 in Memphis, 1% more in Brownsville.