Brookville, KS

Kansas

Brookville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 205. Residents earn $83,333 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
205 Population 353/sq mi density
$83,333 Median Income $35,225 per capita
$94,200 Home Value $196,310 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,200 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $94,200
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density353/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$35,225
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$3,875M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,310

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation1,361 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+89.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute33 min
Broadband76.0%
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 above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brookville is $94,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Brookville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Brookville has a population of 205 with a density of 353 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.6%), with 10.2% Hispanic.

Population

205
Total Population
353
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Brookville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brookville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brookville is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Brookville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,333
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,225
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$66,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,583
County GDP$3,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare176
Retail217
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Brookville is $94,200, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,310.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,200
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,310

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate5.11%
In Brookville, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death9,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access80.4%
Healthcare Facilities176

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Brookville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,361 ft (415 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density353/sq mi
Coordinates38.7736°N, 97.8645°W
County FIPS20169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density353/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities176
Restaurants156
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Work from Home3.6%

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