Median Income
$63,333
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,400
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$819
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Brewster Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population440
Median Age28.2 yrs
Density1,692/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,333
Per Capita$25,058
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$905M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,400
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,303
Health
Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Elevation3,427 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute16 min
Libraries1
Is Brewster a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brewster receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Brewster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brewster is $63,333, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brewster is $126,400, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Brewster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Brewster has a population of 440 with a density of 1,692 people per square mile. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).
Population
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
| 73% below US avg |
The median household income in Brewster is $63,333, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,333 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,058 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $922 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,624 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 416 |
| County GDP | $905M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,331 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.43% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Brewster is $126,400, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,303.
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,400 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $144,303 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $819 |
| 30% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,331 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.43% |
In Brewster, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brewster vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,679/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Brewster vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Brewster has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.3 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,427 ft (1,045 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,692/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3631°N, 101.3771°W |
| County FIPS | 20193 |