Median Income
$83,021
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$109,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.7%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.0%
35% lower than US avg
How Brookside Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population673
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density3,959/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans8.3%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,021
Per Capita$38,851
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$5,057M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,600
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,457
Rent Burden45.0%
Health
Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Elevation654 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.7%
High School+98.8%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute17 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries1
Is Brookside a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brookside receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Brookside stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brookside is $83,021, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brookside is $109,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Brookside experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Brookside has a population of 673 with a density of 3,959 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 2.1% Black.
Population
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Brookside vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Brookside vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Brookside is $83,021, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income: Brookside vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,021 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,851 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,074 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,258 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,794 |
| County GDP | $5,057M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 140 |
| Healthcare | 229 |
| Retail | 186 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,676 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.35% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.6% |
The median home value in Brookside is $109,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,457.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,600 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $115,457 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 45.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,676 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.35% |
In Brookside, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brookside vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,927/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 229 |
Crime Rates: Brookside vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Brookside has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.9 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 654 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,959/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0709°N, 80.7608°W |
| County FIPS | 54069 |