Washington
Brewster is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,737. Residents earn $52,885 per year, which is 30% below the national average.
Based on current data, Brewster receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Brewster has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Brewster is $52,885, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 23.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Brewster is $237,800, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Brewster is below the national average at 212 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,928 per 100,000, 151% above the national average.
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Brewster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 29.5% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 70.5% |
| 426% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,885 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,896 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,814 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.9% |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,627 |
| County GDP | $2,353M |
| Restaurants | 127 |
| Healthcare | 117 |
| Retail | 185 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,737 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.41% |
| Commute Time | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |
| Census Median | $237,800 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $308,928 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,036 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,737 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.41% |
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 66.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,893/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 117 |
| Total Violent | 212.4/100K |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 42.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 169.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,927.8/100K |
| 151% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 3,908.2/100K |
| Theft | 807.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 212.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,092 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.6 inches |
| 69% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 848 ft (258 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,510/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.1070°N, 119.7698°W |
| County FIPS | 53047 |
Winner: Republican by 15 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.3% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 61.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,510/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 117 |
| Restaurants | 127 |
| Retail Stores | 185 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,092 |
| Avg Commute | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |