Brooker, FL

Florida

Brooker is a small town in Florida with a population of 266. Residents earn $70,556 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
266 Population 502/sq mi density
$70,556 Median Income $35,329 per capita
$179,700 Home Value
$788 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
71°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,556 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,700 home value, $788/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,556
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,700
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population266
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density502/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,556
Per Capita$35,329
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$976M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,700
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden20.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation120 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+84.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute30 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries2

Is Brooker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brooker receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Brooker offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brooker is $70,556, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brooker is $179,700, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Brooker has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Brooker has a population of 266 with a density of 502 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

266
Total Population
502
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Brooker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brooker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brooker is $70,556, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Brooker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,556
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,329
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$58,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)566
County GDP$976M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare42
Retail84
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Brooker is $179,700, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,700
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Brooker, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD10.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death11,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Brooker has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation120 ft (37 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density502/sq mi
Coordinates29.8876°N, 82.3327°W
County FIPS12007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+84.3%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density502/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants41
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

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