Brookfield, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Hampden County County
Brookfield, MA
At a Glance
How Brookfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brookfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brookfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brookfield residents earn a median household income of $66,774 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,312. The unemployment rate stands at 9.6% (167% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,727 business establishments, including 907 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brookfield is $325,700 , 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $412,870. Median rent is $1,087/month, with 18.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Brookfield reports 171 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 142/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Brookfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.