Median Income
$34,643
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
19.6%
58% higher than US avg
How Brookford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population395
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density648/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
C
Median Income$34,643
Per Capita$24,439
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$12,403M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,631
Rent Burden30.8%
Health
Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation1,007 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Libraries10
Is Brookford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brookford receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Brookford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brookford is $34,643, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brookford is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Brookford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Brookford has a population of 395 with a density of 648 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 2% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.
Population
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Brookford vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Brookford vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Brookford is $34,643, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Brookford vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,643 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,439 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,807 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.6% |
| 139% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 19.6% |
| 58% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,206 |
| County GDP | $12,403M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 375 |
| Healthcare | 434 |
| Retail | 688 |
| Manufacturing | 358 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,232 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
The median home value in Brookford is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,631.
Home Values
| Census Median | $125,000 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $146,631 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $861 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,232 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.39% |
In Brookford, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brookford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.6% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.6% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,084/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 434 |
Crime Rates: Brookford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
Safety Score
Brookford has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,007 ft (307 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 648/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7031°N, 81.3445°W |
| County FIPS | 37035 |