Brewster, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Barnstable County County
Brewster, MA
At a Glance
How Brewster Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brewster's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brewster a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brewster residents earn a median household income of $75,481 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $74,430. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,789 business establishments, including 1,098 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brewster is $702,000 , 149% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $790,222. Median rent is $1,316/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Brewster reports 123 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 245/100K.
Education
55.2% of adults in Brewster hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% above the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brewster has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.