Home Value $131,300

53% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 1.3%

96% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.0%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.1%

54% higher than US avg

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

People

Population89

Median Age61.1 yrs

Density890/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans81.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,403

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty19.1%

County GDP$2,456M

Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$131,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units56

Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity37.0%

Uninsured8.2%

Smoking18.5%

Depression27.9%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain51.0 in/yr

Sunny Days290/yr

Elevation455 ft (139 m)

Education

Bachelor's+1.3%

High School+66.2%

Graduate+2.1%

School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute37 min

Broadband42.0%

Libraries1

Is Brooksburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brooksburg receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Brooksburg faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brooksburg is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Brooksburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Brooksburg has a population of 89 with a density of 890 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

890

People / sq mi

61.1yrs

Median Age

57% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%

Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Brooksburg 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

Brooksburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brooksburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Brooksburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,403
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,405
IRS Avg AGI	$59,206

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	19.1%
	54% above US avg
Establishments (County)	372
County GDP	$2,456M

Business (County)

Restaurants	26
Healthcare	24
Retail	40
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,300
	34% below US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	37.3 min
Drive Alone	89.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Brooksburg is $131,300, 53% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$131,300
	53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$882
2 Bedrooms	$1,096
3 Bedrooms	$1,391
4 Bedrooms	$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	61.9%
Housing Units	56
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,300
	34% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.75%

In Brooksburg, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.0%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	34.7%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	8.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.5%
	32% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	23.8%
Depression	27.9%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	14.3%
Short Sleep	36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.2%
Uninsured	8.2%
	5% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.8%
Dental Visits	60.4%
Premature Death	14,553/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access	49.2%
Healthcare Facilities	24

Brooksburg has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	56.0°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.0 inches
	34% above US avg
Snowfall	12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	455 ft (139 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	890/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7359°N, 85.2453°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS	21041

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%

D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	1.3%
	96% below US avg
High School+	66.2%
Graduate Degree+	2.1%
School Test Score	6.01

F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	890/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	42.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	24
Restaurants	26
Retail Stores	40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	37.3 min
Drive Alone	89.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.5%

Brooksburg, IN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Brooksburg a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Brooksburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Brooksburg vs U.S. Average

Income: Brooksburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities