Brookville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Brookville is a small town in New York with a population of 2,944. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,944 Population 745/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $164,645 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
$2,023 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $2,023/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
77.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 77.8%
131% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,023
74% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,944
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density745/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$164,645
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute28 min

Housing

C
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$2,023
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.6%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation302 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+77.8%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Libraries63

Is Brookville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brookville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Brookville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brookville is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Brookville among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% 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 $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,023 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Brookville is a highly educated community — 77.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brookville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Brookville has a population of 2,944 with a density of 745 people per square mile. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.9%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 6.1% Black.

Population

2,944
Total Population
745
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Brookville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.9%
8% below US avg
Spanish28.1%
110% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Brookville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brookville is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% 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$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$164,645
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Brookville is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,023 (74% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Median List Price$1,848,988

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,848,988
$/Sq Ft$609
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio93.2%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,023
74% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate0.78%
In Brookville, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.6% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure24.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.1%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression14.6%
Mental Distress13.3%
Physical Distress8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Brookville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density745/sq mi
Coordinates40.8079°N, 73.5701°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 77.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (131% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+77.8%
131% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density745/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home21.9%

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