Brewster, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Stark County County
Brewster, OH
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 $56,953 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,823. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,494 business establishments, including 795 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brewster is $133,200 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,654. Median rent is $943/month, with 22.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Brewster reports 95 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 524/100K.
Education
7.8% of adults in Brewster hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brewster has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.