Median Income
$66,774
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$325,700
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,087
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Brookfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population940
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density817/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B+
Median Income$66,774
Per Capita$29,312
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$30,598M
Commute28 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$325,700
Rent$1,087
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$394,887
Health
Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation717 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+98.9%
School Score6.49
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute28 min
Libraries33
Is Brookfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brookfield receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Brookfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brookfield is $66,774, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brookfield is $325,700, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,087 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Brookfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches, including 63.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Brookfield has a population of 940 with a density of 817 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 1.5% Black.
Population
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Brookfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Brookfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Brookfield is $66,774, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Brookfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,774 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,312 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,208 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,945 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 18,727 |
| County GDP | $30,598M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 907 |
| Healthcare | 1,223 |
| Retail | 1,468 |
| Manufacturing | 478 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,506 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
The median home value in Brookfield is $325,700, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,087 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $394,887.
Home Values
| Census Median | $325,700 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $394,887 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,087 |
| 7% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,727 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,300 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,858 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,232 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,506 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.00% |
In Brookfield, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brookfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 29.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,992/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,223 |
Crime Rates: Brookfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
Brookfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.6 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 63.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 717 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 817/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2150°N, 72.1027°W |
| County FIPS | 25013 |