Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 4,695. Residents earn $118,625 per year, which is 58% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,695 Population 2,154/sq mi density
$118,625 Median Income $59,457 per capita
$483,600 Home Value
$1,383 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$118,625 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$483,600 home value, $1,383/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,625
58% higher than US avg
Home Value $483,600
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.0%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,383
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

How Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,695
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density2,154/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$118,625
Per Capita$59,457
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$60,733M
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$483,600
Rent$1,383
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.0%
High School+98.8%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute34 min
Libraries38

Is Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock is $118,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock is $483,600, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,383 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches, including 50.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock has a population of 4,695 with a density of 2,154 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

4,695
Total Population
2,154
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock is $118,625, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,625
58% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,457
Avg Weekly Wage$1,453
IRS Avg AGI$111,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,628
County GDP$60,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,878
Healthcare2,243
Retail2,499
Manufacturing777

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,835
152% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Work from Home26.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock is $483,600, 72% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,383 (19% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$483,600
72% above US avg
Median List Price$624,499

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$624,499
$/Sq Ft$401
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,383
19% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,727
1 Bedroom$1,822
2 Bedrooms$2,300
3 Bedrooms$2,858
4 Bedrooms$3,232

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,835
152% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death5,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access97.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,243

Crime Rates: Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall50.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density2,154/sq mi
Coordinates42.1022°N, 70.6576°W
County FIPS25009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.0%
25% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score6.49
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,154/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries38
Healthcare Facilities2,243
Restaurants1,878
Retail Stores2,499

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Work from Home26.7%

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