Median Income
$120,813
61% higher than US avg
Home Value
$348,200
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Brooks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population501
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density982/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
A+
Median Income$120,813
Per Capita$28,704
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$30,435M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$348,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation182 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute30 min
Broadband66.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries13
Is Brooks a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brooks receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Brooks stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brooks is $120,813, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places Brooks among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Brooks is $348,200, 24% above the national median. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Brooks experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Brooks has a population of 501 with a density of 982 people per square mile. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 20% Hispanic.
Population
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Brooks is $120,813, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $120,813 |
| 61% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,704 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,344 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $109,913 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 17,426 |
| County GDP | $30,435M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 964 |
| Healthcare | 1,513 |
| Retail | 1,155 |
| Manufacturing | 574 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,779 |
| 122% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
The median home value in Brooks is $348,200, 24% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $348,200 |
| 24% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,779 |
| 122% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.23% |
In Brooks, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brooks vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.0% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,882/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,513 |
Crime Rates: Brooks vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| FEMA Disasters | 546 |
Safety Score
Brooks has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 182 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 982/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0509°N, 122.9574°W |
| County FIPS | 41005 |