Median Income
$52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$107,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
19.5%
57% higher than US avg
How Brocton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,368
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density773/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
B
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$23,677
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$107,700
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,505
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation719 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Libraries24
Is Brocton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brocton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Brocton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brocton is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brocton is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Brocton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Brocton has a population of 1,368 with a density of 773 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 4% Hispanic.
Population
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
The median household income in Brocton is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,500 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,677 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,018 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,667 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 19.5% |
| 57% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,224 |
| County GDP | $6,275M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 330 |
| Healthcare | 255 |
| Retail | 443 |
| Manufacturing | 176 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,210 |
| 106% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
The median home value in Brocton is $107,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,505.
Home Values
| Census Median | $107,700 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $142,505 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $733 |
| 37% below US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,210 |
| 106% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.69% |
In Brocton, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brocton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,667/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 255 |
Crime Rates: Brocton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Brocton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.7 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 773/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3897°N, 79.4428°W |
| County FIPS | 36013 |