Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area
West Brookfield is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 1,518. Residents earn $59,734 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Based on current data, West Brookfield receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. West Brookfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in West Brookfield is $59,734, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in West Brookfield is $282,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,081 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
West Brookfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 502 per 100,000, 74% below the national average.
25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
West Brookfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches, including 63.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,734 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,833 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,208 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,945 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18,727 |
| County GDP | $30,598M |
| Restaurants | 907 |
| Healthcare | 1,223 |
| Retail | 1,468 |
| Manufacturing | 478 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,506 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.30% |
| Commute Time | 38.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
| Census Median | $282,900 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $399,949 |
| $/Sq Ft | $308 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,081 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,727 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,300 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,858 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,232 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,506 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.30% |
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 13.7% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 30.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,992/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,223 |
| Total Violent | 26.4/100K |
| 93% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 26.4/100K |
| Total Property | 502.1/100K |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 132.1/100K |
| Theft | 343.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 26.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.6 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 63.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,205/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2419°N, 72.1469°W |
| County FIPS | 25013 |
Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.8% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.49 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,205/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 33 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,223 |
| Restaurants | 907 |
| Retail Stores | 1,468 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Avg Commute | 38.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |