Brockport, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Brockport is a small city in New York with a population of 7,153. Residents earn $58,237 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
7,153 Population 3,296/sq mi density
$58,237 Median Income $26,987 per capita
$135,700 Home Value $259,930 Zillow
$948 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,237 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,700 home value, $948/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,237
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $948
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

How Brockport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,153
Median Age23.6 yrs
Density3,296/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,237
Per Capita$26,987
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$65,111M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,700
Rent$948
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,930

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation512 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 60%
Commute20 min
EV Stations11
Libraries32

Is Brockport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brockport receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Brockport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brockport is $58,237, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brockport is $135,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $948 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brockport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Brockport has a population of 7,153 with a density of 3,296 people per square mile. The median age is 23.6 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 10% Black.

Population

7,153
Total Population
3,296
People / sq mi
23.6yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Brockport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brockport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brockport is $58,237, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Brockport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,237
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,987
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$79,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)19,654
County GDP$65,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,703
Healthcare1,969
Retail2,216
Manufacturing812

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,794
180% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Brockport is $135,700, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $948 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,930.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,700
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,930
Median List Price$139,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$139,000
$/Sq Ft$93
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$948
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,498

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,794
180% above US avg
Effective Rate7.22%
In Brockport, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brockport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death7,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,969

Crime Rates: Brockport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Safety Score

Brockport has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density3,296/sq mi
Coordinates43.2133°N, 77.9408°W
County FIPS36055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.5%
D 59.5%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.2%
1% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,296/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities1,969
Restaurants1,703
Retail Stores2,216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home8.1%

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