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Brockton, PA

Pennsylvania

Brockton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 350. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
350 Population 875/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $37,790 per capita
$120,500 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,500 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population350
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density875/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$37,790
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,500
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation840 ft (256 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute35 min
Broadband89.7%
Libraries14

Is Brockton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brockton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Brockton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brockton is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brockton is $120,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Brockton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Brockton has a population of 350 with a density of 875 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

350
Total Population
875
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Brockton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Brockton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brockton is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Brockton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,790
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brockton is $120,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,500
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate4.48%
Brockton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density875/sq mi
Coordinates40.7508°N, 76.0676°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density875/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.7%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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