Brookville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Brookville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 2,640. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,640 Population 1,886/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $31,450 per capita
$172,100 Home Value $255,075 Zillow
$639 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,100 home value, $639/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,100
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $639
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,640
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density1,886/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$31,450
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$773M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,100
Rent$639
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,075

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation627 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+83.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Brookville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brookville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brookville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brookville is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brookville is $172,100, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Brookville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Brookville has a population of 2,640 with a density of 1,886 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

2,640
Total Population
1,886
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Brookville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brookville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brookville is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Brookville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,450
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$73,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$773M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare49
Retail63
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,577
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Brookville is $172,100, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $639 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,075.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,100
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,075
Median List Price$405,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$405,000
$/Sq Ft$117
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$639
45% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,577
2% above US avg
Effective Rate2.08%
In Brookville, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death8,835/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access43.0%
Healthcare Facilities49

Crime Rates: Brookville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Brookville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,886/sq mi
Coordinates39.4233°N, 85.0102°W
County FIPS18047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,886/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants48
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home10.6%

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