West Brookfield, MA

Massachusetts · Hampden County · Springfield Metro

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.

Data updated April 2026

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,518 Population 1,205/sq mi density

$59,734 Median Income $34,833 per capita

$282,900 Home Value $399,949 Zillow

$1,081 Median Rent 24.9% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr

26 Violent Crime/100K 502 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$59,734 median income, 4.2% unemployment

Affordability

4.0 / 5.0

$282,900 home value, $1,081/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

26 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)

Education

3.1 / 5.0

25.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $59,734

21% lower than US avg

Home Value $282,900

0% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 26/100K

93% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.8%

23% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,081

7% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.9%

6% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.2%

17% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.5%

33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,518

Median Age58.7 yrs

Density1,205/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans26.1%

Economy

Median Income$59,734

Per Capita$34,833

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty16.5%

County GDP$30,598M

Commute39 min

Housing

Home Value$282,900

Rent$1,081

Ownership60.8%

Zillow$399,949

Housing Units713

Rent Burden24.9%

Crime

Violent26/100K

Property502/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault26/100K

Burglary132/100K

Health

Obesity33.9%

Uninsured4.5%

Smoking14.4%

Depression30.7%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI37 (Good)

Rain48.6 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.8%

High School+92.4%

Graduate+5.7%

School Score5.55

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%

Commute39 min

Broadband89.2%

EV Stations2

Libraries33

Is West Brookfield a Good Place to Live?

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, abundant sunshine, 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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

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. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches, including 63.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

West Brookfield has a population of 1,518 with a density of 1,205 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.7% female and 43.3% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 26.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,518

Total Population

1,205

People / sq mi

58.7yrs

Median Age

51% above US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%

Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

West Brookfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.4%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.6%

96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Brookfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Brookfield is $59,734, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,833 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,208, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,727 business establishments, including 907 restaurants. The cost of living index is 105.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 3.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Brookfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$59,734
	21% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,833
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,208
IRS Avg AGI	$69,945
Gini Index	0.471 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.2%
	17% above US avg
Poverty Rate	16.5%
	33% above US avg
Establishments (County)	18,727
County GDP	$30,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants	907
Healthcare	1,223
Retail	1,468
Manufacturing	478

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,506
	86% above US avg
Cost of Living	105.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	38.5 min
Drive Alone	85.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in West Brookfield is $282,900, 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,949, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,081 (7% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,822 for a one-bedroom to $2,300 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 713 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $6,506 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$282,900
	0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$399,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$308
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.7%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,081
	7% below US avg
Rent Burden	24.9%

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

Homeownership	60.8%
Owner-Occupied	60.8%
Renter-Occupied	39.2%
Housing Units	713
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,506
	86% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.30%

In West Brookfield, 33.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 19.2% report binge drinking. 23.4% are physically inactive. 30.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 4.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,502. The dentist ratio is 1:1,095. 95.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: West Brookfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

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%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.4%
	3% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	23.4%
Depression	30.7%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.3%
Uninsured	4.5%
	48% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,502
Dentists	1:1,095
Mental Health	1:86
Checkup Rate	80.0%
Dental Visits	70.2%
Premature Death	8,992/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	95.7%
Healthcare Facilities	1,223

West Brookfield has a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 26.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 502 per 100,000, 74% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 344, burglary at 132, vehicle theft at 26 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 52 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, West Brookfield receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

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

Property Crime

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

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	52
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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West Brookfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 63.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	48.3°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Geography

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
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Hampden County County
Nearest Airport	Worcester Regional (ORH) 14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.6"

28% above US avg

Snowfall 63.5"

Wettest Month (Nov) 4.21"

Driest Month (Feb) 3.27"

Air Quality

AQI Median	37.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0438 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	11.3 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.22 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	92.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	64.5 / 100
Community Resilience	73.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively High
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Feb 15, 2018.

Oct 2, 1994	6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.7	16 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	129 km
Jan 12, 2015	0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut	M3.3	59 km
Jun 16, 2000	5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts	M3.3	58 km
Oct 2, 1994	1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.3	14 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	129 km
Mar 22, 1996	2 km NE of Bristol, Rhode Island	M3.1	97 km
Jan 10, 1999	2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.1	117 km
Jan 27, 2000	3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire	M3.0	116 km
Jan 10, 1999	1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.0	115 km
Mar 21, 2016	4 km ESE of Warner, New Hampshire	M2.8	118 km
Sep 28, 2002	2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire	M2.8	78 km
Mar 23, 1992	5 km SE of Hill, New Hampshire	M2.8	145 km
Mar 10, 1992	2 km SW of Napeague, New York	M2.8	139 km
Oct 13, 1999	2 km E of Littleton Common, Massachusetts	M2.7	67 km
Oct 11, 1990	5 km NNE of The Pinehills, Massachusetts	M2.7	134 km
Feb 15, 2018	0 km SE of East Kingston, New Hampshire	M2.7	120 km
Sep 30, 1991	0 km SSE of Bedford, New Hampshire	M2.7	93 km
Aug 14, 2014	6 km SW of Deep River Center, Connecticut	M2.7	103 km
Oct 11, 2013	New Hampshire	M2.6	117 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	112 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	66 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

272 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 104 fatalities, 2,035 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Oct 3, 1979	EF4	59 km	3
Jun 9, 1953	EF4	25 km	94
Jun 1, 2011	EF3	52 km	3
Jun 22, 1981	EF3	30 km	0
Sep 29, 1974	EF3	85 km	0
Sep 13, 1971	EF3	44 km	0
Oct 3, 1970	EF3	10 km	1
May 20, 1963	EF3	73 km	0
May 10, 1954	EF3	45 km	0
Jun 9, 1953	EF3	32 km	0
Aug 21, 1951	EF3	79 km	0
Aug 18, 2023	EF2	68 km	0
Jul 28, 2014	EF2	94 km	0
Jul 11, 2006	EF2	40 km	0
Jun 23, 2001	EF2	94 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	89 km	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	82 km	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	89 km	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	85 km	0
Aug 7, 1986	EF2	78 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: EAST MOUNTAIN (964 ac, 2021).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2021	EAST MOUNTAIN	964	99 km
2005	THE RANGE	760	50 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	3.6 in
February	23°F (-5°C)	3.3 in	Coldest, Driest
March	33°F (0°C)	3.6 in
April	43°F (6°C)	3.9 in
May	55°F (13°C)	4.0 in
June	63°F (17°C)	4.0 in
July	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.7 in
October	49°F (10°C)	3.8 in
November	40°F (5°C)	4.2 in	Wettest
December	29°F (-2°C)	3.9 in

West Brookfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (3.3").

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West Brookfield is located in Hampden County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53.4% of the vote, a 8.9-point margin. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 33 public libraries serving the community. 1,223 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.5%

D 53.4%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	52
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.8%
	23% below US avg
High School+	92.4%
Graduate Degree+	5.7%
School Test Score	5.55

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,205/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi
County	Hampden County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.2%
Avg Download Speed	158.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	13.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	33
Healthcare Facilities	1,223
Restaurants	907
Retail Stores	1,468

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	38.5 min
Drive Alone	85.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.8%

Average costs for common services in West Brookfield. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$265 ($159–$423)
Specialist Visit	$370 ($212–$582)
Urgent Care Visit	$212 ($106–$370)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,328 ($846–$5,290)
Dental Cleaning	$138 ($79–$212)
Dental Filling	$265 ($159–$423)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$48 ($26–$79)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$79 ($53–$127)
Brake Pad Replacement	$317 ($159–$529)
Tire Rotation	$42 ($21–$79)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$635 ($423–$1,058)
Battery Replacement	$212 ($106–$370)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$106 ($63–$159)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$95 ($53–$148)
HVAC Repair	$423 ($159–$846)
HVAC System Install	$7,406 ($4,232–$12,696)
Roof Repair	$1,058 ($423–$2,116)
Roof Replacement	$9,522 ($5,819–$15,870)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,587 ($529–$3,703)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,870 ($5,290–$31,740)
DUI Defense	$5,290 ($2,116–$10,580)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,587 ($846–$3,174)
Will Preparation	$529 ($212–$1,058)
Trust Preparation	$2,645 ($1,058–$5,290)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut	$58 ($32–$106)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$159 ($79–$265)
Manicure	$26 ($16–$48)
Pedicure	$42 ($26–$69)
Massage (1 Hour)	$85 ($53–$138)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.34 ($3.17–$5.82)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.70 ($2.65–$5.29)
Loaf of Bread	$4.02 ($2.65–$5.82)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.76 ($3.17–$6.88)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.82 ($4.23–$7.94)
Rice (per lb)	$1.06 ($0.63–$1.90)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$148 ($85–$265)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$74 ($32–$159)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$74 ($42–$127)
Internet (Monthly)	$74 ($42–$106)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$69 ($32–$106)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$90 ($53–$159)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$212 ($79–$529)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,116 ($1,270–$3,703)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$74 ($32–$138)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.46–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$106 ($32–$265)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$79)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,270 ($635–$2,645)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,058 ($529–$2,116)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$423 ($212–$741)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$53 ($26–$106)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,058 ($423–$2,645)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,225 ($5,290–$31,740)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$63 ($32–$106)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$106 ($53–$212)
Dog Grooming	$63 ($32–$106)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$42 ($21–$79)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$317 ($159–$529)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$212 ($106–$423)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,429
Toddler	$1,305
Preschool	$997
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$974
Toddler	$879
Preschool	$866

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hampden County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	52,939	10,010	$58,014	1.83
Retail Trade	19,022	1,356	$40,582	0.94
Manufacturing	17,109	501	$73,838	1.03
Accommodation & Food Services	15,958	815	$27,982	0.87
Construction	8,025	920	$86,772	0.76
Transportation & Warehousing	7,560	316	$54,160	0.88
Administrative & Waste Services	6,782	608	$50,759	0.57
Finance & Insurance	6,686	460	$133,702	0.82
Other Services	6,436	896	$47,745	1.06
Wholesale Trade	6,436	454	$89,602	0.81
Professional & Technical Services	5,640	880	$93,945	0.40
Educational Services	4,968	178	$47,487	1.19
Management of Companies	3,245	61	$94,286	0.95
Arts & Entertainment	2,964	137	$27,931	0.87
Real Estate	2,139	414	$62,577	0.68
Information & Technology	1,770	156	$77,714	0.47
Utilities	1,221	20	$159,575	1.59
Agriculture & Forestry	510	44	$44,766	0.31
Mining & Oil/Gas	51	4	$139,996	0.07

Schools in West Brookfield

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
West Brookfield Elementary	Elementary	257	14	18.4:1
Hardwick Elementary	Elementary	184	13	14.2:1

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Radio Stations near West Brookfield

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
96-1 SRS	adult contemporary	AAC
WINY Radio	adult contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
WMUA 91.1 FM	college radio, university radio	MP3 128 kbps
NewsRadio 560 WHYN	news, talk	AAC
Newsradio WTAG	news, talk	AAC
WCUW	americana, blues	MP3 128 kbps
WOZQ 91.9 FM	college radio, northampton	MP3
WMUAx	college radio, university radio	MP3 128 kbps
Mark Skin Radio	alternative rock, boston	MP3 128 kbps
COZ Radio	—	MP3 256 kbps

Campgrounds Near West Brookfield

4 campgrounds found near West Brookfield.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Buffumville Lake (Group Shelter)	5.0/5	1	$50–$70
West Thompson Lake Campground	4.7/5	24	$15–$30
WESTVILLE RECREATION AREA	4.7/5	3	$30–$60
TULLY LAKE RECREATION AREA (MA)	4.4/5	1	$40

National Parks Near West Brookfield

268 national parks and monuments found near West Brookfield.

Park	Type	Fee
Air Line State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Airline State Park (Old Forest Management Area)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (North Trail)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (North Trail)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section)	State Park	Free
Airline State Park Trail (Southern Section)	State Park	Free
Alton Pond Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Angle Tree Monument Reservation	State Park	Free
Arcadia Developments (Beach Pond)	State Park	Free
Arcadia Management Area	State Park	Free
Arcadia Management Area	State Park	Free
Ashland State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Brook North Reservation	State Park	Free
Beaver Brook Reservation	State Park	Free
Beaver Brook State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Beavertail	State Park	Free
Beckett Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Bertha K. Russel Preserve	State Park	Free
Bigelow Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Black Hut Management Area	State Park	Free
Black Regiment Memorial Park	State Park	Free
Black Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River	State Park	Free
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River Bikeway	State Park	Free
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Blow Hole State Park	State Park	Free
Bluff Point State Park	State Park	Free
Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Bolton Notch State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Borderland State Park	State Park	Free
Boyden Park	State Park	Free
Bradford Boat Launch	State Park	Free
Brainard Homestead State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Brenton Point State Park	State Park	Free
Bristol Blake State Reservation	State Park	Free
Burlingame	State Park	Free
Burr Pond State Park	State Park	Free
C.M. Gardner State Park	State Park	Free
Callahan State Park	State Park	Free
Cannalonga Memorial Park	State Park	Free
Charles River Reservation	State Park	Free
Charles River Reservation	State Park	Free
Charlestown Breachway	State Park	Free
Chicopee Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Clarksburg State Park	State Park	Free
Cochituate State Park	State Park	Free
Cocumcussoc	State Park	Free
Colt State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Correia	State Park	Free
Cutler Park Reservation	State Park	Free
Dean Parkway	State Park	Free
Deer Hill State Reservation	State Park	Free
Devils Foot Rock	State Park	Free
Devils Hopyard State Park	State Park	Free
Diamond Hill	State Park	Free
Dinosaur State Park	State Park	Free
Dunn State Park	State Park	Free
Durfee	State Park	Free
Dutton Pines State Park	State Park	Free
East Bay Bikepath	State Park	Free
East Beach	State Park	Free
East Beach	State Park	Free
Elm Bank Reservation	State Park	Free
Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital Donation	State Park	Free
Fall River Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Farm River State Park	State Park	Free
Farmington Canal Line State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area	State Park	Free
Fisherman's	State Park	Free
Fort Adams	State Park	Free
Fort Dummer State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Ninigret	State Park	Free
Fort Trumbull State Park	State Park	Free
Gardner Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Gaudette	State Park	Free
Gay City State Park	State Park	Free
George D. Seymour State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
George Washington	State Park	Free
George Washington Picnic Grove	State Park	Free
Gillette Castle State Park	State Park	Free
Goddard Park	State Park	Free
Governor Thomas Dudley Park	State Park	Free
Great Brook Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Greenfield State Park	State Park	Free
Gull Cove Fishing Area	State Park	Free
Haddam Island State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Haddam Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Haley Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Hammonasset Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Hammond Pond Reservation	State Park	Free
Hampton Ponds State Park	State Park	Free
Hannah Robinson Tower	State Park	Free
Harkness Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Harrisville Pond Fising Access	State Park	Free
Higganum Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Holyoke Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Hop River State Park	State Park	Free
Hop River State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Hopemead State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Hopeville Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Hopkinton State Park	State Park	Free
Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Hurd State Park	State Park	Free
Indian Lake Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Indian Well State Park	State Park	Free
J.A. Skinner State Park	State Park	Free
Jamaica State Park	State Park	Free
Jamestown	State Park	Free
John L. Curran Fishing Area	State Park	Free
Johnny Appleseed State Park	State Park	Free
Johnston Historical	State Park	Free
Keech Pond Access	State Park	Free
Killingly Pond State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Kings Beach Access	State Park	Free
Lake Lorraine State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tiogue Boat Launch	State Park	Free
Lake Wyola State Park	State Park	Free
Lamentation Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Larkin State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Lawrence Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Lawrence Riverfront State Park	State Park	Free
Lehigh Grove	State Park	Free
Lincoln Woods	State Park	Free
Lincoln Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Locustville Pond	State Park	Free
Longmeadow Fishing Area	State Park	Free
Lost Lake Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Lowell Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Lowell Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lowell National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Machimoodus State Park	State Park	Free
Manchester-Portsmouth RR Bed	State Park	Free
Mashamoquet Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Medfield Charles River State Reservation	State Park	Free
Meshanticut Park	State Park	Free
Miller State Park	State Park	Free
Millers Pond State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Minnie Island State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Minute Man National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Misquamicut State Beach	State Park	Free
Molly Stark State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Moore State Park	State Park	Free
Moosup Valley State Park Trail	State Park	Free
Mooween State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Holyoke Range State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Tom State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mowry Pond	State Park	Free
Narragansett Parkway	State Park	Free
Narrow River Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New England National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Northwood Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Old Furnace State Park	State Park	Free
Osbornedale State Park	State Park	Free
Pallozi Farm	State Park	Free
Pascoag Reservoir (Echo Lake)	State Park	Free
Passeonkquis Cove Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Pawcatuck River	State Park	Free
Pawtuckaway State Park	State Park	Free
Penwood State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Pink House Cove Ice Fishing	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands	State Park	Free
Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Pomeroy State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Ponagansett River Corridor	State Park	Free
Potowomut Pond Access	State Park	Free
Purgatory Chasm	State Park	Free
Purgatory Chasm State Reservation	State Park	Free
Quaddick State Park	State Park	Free
Queens Forth Historic Site	State Park	Free
Quinebaug Lake State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Quinnipiac River State Park	State Park	Free
Quinsigamond State Park	State Park	Free
Red Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
Rhododendron State Park	State Park	Free
Riverdale Park	State Park	Free
Robinson State Park	State Park	Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Rockville Management Area	State Park	Free
Rocky Neck State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Point	State Park	Free
Roger Wheeler State Beach	State Park	Free
Roger Williams National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Ronci	State Park	Free
Ross Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Rte 102 Picnic Grove	State Park	Free
Rutland State Park	State Park	Free
Sakonnet Harbor Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Salt Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Salters Grove	State Park	Free
Salty Brine State Beach	State Park	Free
Sayles Finishing	State Park	Free
Scantic River State Park	State Park	Free
Scarborough Beach	State Park	Free
Scarborough State Beach	State Park	Free
Schofield Park	State Park	Free
Seaside State Park	State Park	Free
Sefsick	State Park	Free
Selden Neck Island State Park	State Park	Free
Selden Neck State Park	State Park	Free
Shady Lea	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Spring Lake Fishing Access	State Park	Free
Slatersville Pond	State Park	Free
Sleeping Giant State Park	State Park	Free
Smith & Sayles Reservoir Access	State Park	Free
Snake Den State Park	State Park	Free
South Main Street Park	State Park	Free
South Shore Management Area	State Park	Free
Springfield Armory National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Squibnocket Park	State Park	Free
Stafford Pond Access	State Park	Free
State Beach	State Park	Free
State House grounds	State Park	Free
State Park	State Park	Free
State Pier 1	State Park	Free
State Pier No. 5	State Park	Free
Stephen Hopkins	State Park	Free
Stillhouse Cove Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Stoddard Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Stratton Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Sunny Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Sweet Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Talcott Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Tarbox	State Park	Free
Teddys Beach	State Park	Free
Tefft	State Park	Free
Ten Mile River	State Park	Free
Touro Synagogue National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Town Boat House	State Park	Free
Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Turnpike Overlook	State Park	Free
Union Pond Fishermans Access	State Park	Free
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation	State Park	Free
Wadsworth Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Wahconah Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Wakefield Pond Access Area	State Park	Free
Walden Pond State Reservation	State Park	Free
Weekapaug Fishing Area/Breachway	State Park	Free
Wells State Park	State Park	Free
Wells State Park	State Park	Free
West Rock Ridge State Park	State Park	Free
West Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Western Gateway Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Wilson Mountain Reservation	State Park	Free
Wilson Reservoir	State Park	Free
Windsor Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Wood/Pawcatuck Access Area	State Park	Free
Woodford State Park	State Park	Free
World War II Veterans Memorial State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — West Brookfield

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,353	$51,290
2015	1,333	$51,350
2017	1,178	$49,898
2019	1,479	$51,680
2021	1,646	$48,682
2023	1,518	$59,734

Museums in West Brookfield

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ART CENTER GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5088493330	$37,706,248
AMHERST RAILWAY SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4132674555	$373,224
CAPEN HILL NATURE SANCTUARY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		5082485516	$105,652
BARRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	18 COMMON ST	9783554978	$73,135
BLACK TAVERN HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF DUDLEY MA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	36 TANYARD ROAD	5089438782	$23,926
OAKHAM HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1221 OLD TURNPIKE RD	5088823111	$17,271
CHARLTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5082487840	$9,275
NORTH BROOKFIELD TOWN HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$8,591
RED BARN	HISTORY MUSEUM			$5,581
KEEP HOMESTEAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	35 ELY RD	4132674137	$3,162
NEW ENGLAND NATIVE AMERICAN INSTITUTE	GENERAL MUSEUM		5088866073	$1,544
ALBERT J THOMAS LIBRARY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5088866172
GICLEE OF NEW ENGLAND	GENERAL MUSEUM	1240 PARK STREET	4132844344
HARDWICK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4139674002
HUBBARDSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9789284073
LEICESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5088929900
NEW BRAINTREE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	10 UTLEY RD	5088678608
NORTH BROOKFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	197 NORTH MAIN STREET	5088675417
OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		5083470204
OPTICAL HERITAGE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7742308016
RUTLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	232 MAIN STREET PO BOX 69	5088864893
SOUTHBRIDGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD LIGHTSHIP SAILORS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WARE CENTER MEETING HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4139674995
WOODS MEMORIAL LIBRARY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9783552533

Libraries in West Brookfield

Name	Address	Annual Visits
JOSHUA HYDE PUBLIC LIBRARY	306 MAIN STREET	146,805
JACOB EDWARDS LIBRARY	236 MAIN ST.	100,311
PALMER PUBLIC LIBRARY	1455 NORTH MAIN ST.	79,473
CHARLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	40 MAIN ST.	59,145
RICHARD SUGDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY	8 PLEASANT STREET	48,868
MERRIAM-GILBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY	3 WEST MAIN ST.	46,774
RUTLAND FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	280 MAIN STREET	40,688
MONSON FREE LIBRARY & READING ROOM	2 HIGH STREET	37,199
LEICESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	1136 MAIN ST.	33,322
WOODS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	19 PLEASANT ST.	27,630
HASTON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	161 NORTH MAIN STREET	24,904
YOUNG MEN'S LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	37 MAIN ST.	23,628
MERRICK PUBLIC LIBRARY	2 LINCOLN STREET	12,957
WARREN PUBLIC LIBRARY	934 MAIN ST.	11,652
M. N. SPEAR MEMORIAL LIBRARY	10 COOLEYVILLE ROAD	10,780
RICHARDS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	44 RICHARDS AVE.	9,600
GILBERTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	259 MAIN ST.	8,192
EAST BROOKFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	122 CONNIE MACK DRIVE	7,750
HUBBARDSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	7 MAIN STREET	7,630
PETERSHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY	23 COMMON ST.	6,872
WEST WARREN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	2370 MAIN STREET	6,769
FOBES MEMORIAL LIBRARY	4 MAPLE STREET UNIT #9	5,050
BRIMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	25 MAIN STREET	4,671
PAIGE MEMORIAL LIBRARY	87 PETERSHAM ROAD	4,137
WALES PUBLIC LIBRARY	77 MAIN ST.	3,678
NEW BRAINTREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	45 MEMORIAL DRIVE	3,340
HOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	23 STURBRIDGE RD.	1,962
NORTH WOODSTOCK LIBRARY	1286 RT. 169	1,923

Farmers Markets in West Brookfield

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Barre Farmer's Market		10/25/2014 to	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Brimfield at Hitchcock Free Academy	Hitchcock Free Academy, a community center parking lot, at 2 Brookfield Rd.	04/19/2014 to 10/27/2018	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Brookfield Farmers Market	55 South Maple St (Rte 9)	06/07/2013 to 09/27/2013	Fri: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes
Dudley	119 West Main Street	06/08/2014 to 09/21/2014	Sun: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Go Fresh mobile farmer's market					Visit
Hardwick Farmers' Market	Town Green	June to October	sun:11:00 am - 2:00 pm;	Yes	Visit
Jamaica Plain/Loring-Greenough	12 South Street				Visit
Klem's Farmer's Market in Spencer	117 West Main Street, Route 9	06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Leicester Farmers Market	Route 9 West, 1230 Main Street in Castle Restaurant Parking Lot	06/14/2014 to 10/29/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Monson Farmers' Market	5 High Street	05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016	Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
New Braintree	1890 Barre Rd. (Rte. 67)
Paxton Farmers Market	Town Common, Route 122
Petersham Friday Market		06/17/2016 to 10/21/2016			Visit
Ware Farmers' Market	West Street next to CVS	May to October	Sat:10:00 AM - 1:00 PM;		Visit
West Brookfield Farmers Market	Town Common, Junction of Rt. 67 and Rt. 9	06/04/2014 to 10/15/2014	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Restaurants in West Brookfield

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

George's Pizza

Howards Drive In

Hunan Garden

Matt's Breakfast Nook

Northeast Pizza

Ye Olde Tavern

Ye Olde tavern

Monuments in West Brookfield

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KIA Memorial

Dentists in West Brookfield

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Maha Family Dental

Veterinaries in West Brookfield

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

VCA Wickaboag Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in West Brookfield

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Country Corner

Banks in West Brookfield

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Country Bank

North Brookfield Savings Bank

Breweries in West Brookfield

Name	Type	Address	Phone
Gabriel Narutowicz Inc	Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Membership, Ware, recreation, Social, Associations/Non-Profits,	11 E Main St	4139679976
Hardwick Sugar Shack	Syrups Malt, Breweries, Hardwick, Food And Kindred Products, Malt beverages, Syrups, malt, , Home	572 Jackson Rd	4134770932
Hyland Orchard Brewery	Farms, Breweries, Food & Drink, Sights & Landmarks	199 Arnold Rd	7742001909
Hyland Orchard Brewing	Brewery	195 Arnold Rd	5083477500
Tree House Brewing Company	Agriculture, Farms, General Farms, Primarily Crop, Brewery, Monson, MA	160 E Hill Rd	4139491891, 4132673396

Nursing Homes in West Brookfield

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
QUABOAG REHABILITATION & SKILLED CARE FACILITY 47 EAST MAIN STREET	Non profit - Corporation	147	139	4/5	—	3/5	2/5	5088677716

Daycare Centers in West Brookfield

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
DIPODY DOO CHILD LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT 12 CENTRAL ST.	CENTER BASED — LARGE GROUP	(508) 867-0100	OPEN

Cell Towers in West Brookfield

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
38 GILBERT ROAD (41905)	MTOWER	61
38 GILBERT ROAD (41905)	MTOWER	61
400 ROUTE 15 (61515)	MTOWER	61
400 ROUTE 15 (61515)	MTOWER	61
Champeaux Road	MTOWER	61
Champeaux Road	MTOWER	61
38 BOYNTON RD (24912)	LTOWER	59
38 BOYNTON RD (24912)	LTOWER	59
WARREN 0.5 MI. NE OF DEVILS LANE AND BROOKFIELD ROAD	TOWER	59
WARREN 0.5 MI. NE OF DEVILS LANE AND BROOKFIELD ROAD	TOWER	59
188 Stafford Road	MTOWER	58
188 Stafford Road	MTOWER	58
(Warren site) Devils Lane	GTOWER	57
1050 BUCKLEY HWY (26020)	LTOWER	57
57 Dearth Hill Road	MTOWER	54
57 Dearth Hill Road	MTOWER	54
100 ALLEN HILL RD (61536)	MTOWER	47
100 ALLEN HILL RD (61536)	MTOWER	47
150 Allen Hill Road	TOWER	47
782 LEBANON HILL ROAD (24893)	GTOWER	41
782 LEBANON HILL ROAD (24893)	GTOWER	41

Fire Stations in West Brookfield

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
West Brookfield Fire Department	3 Cottage ST	Volunteer			508-867-1408

Power Plants Near West Brookfield

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
WEST BROOKFIELD SOLAR, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.1	OP
WEST BROOKFIELD SOLAR - GILBERTSVILLE RD	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.2	OP

Bridges in West Brookfield

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	46	11,250	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1901	25	10,500	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	98	6,069	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	98	5,197	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	78	4,706	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1939	45	1,293	P
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	2012	102	1,160	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2021	44	600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2018	46	517	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1938	23	129	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1939	82	100	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1956	37	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1939	35	50	F

Superfund Sites Near West Brookfield

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
MILLENNIUM POWER PLANT	10 SHERWOOD LANE	WORCESTER
WARE COGEN LTD PARTNERSHIP	60 EAST MAIN STREET	HAMPSHIRE

Airports Near West Brookfield

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Bradley International Airport	BDL	Large Airport
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport	PVD	Large Airport
Dillant Hopkins Airport	EEN	Medium Airport
Hartford Brainard Airport	HFD	Medium Airport
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport	MHT	Medium Airport
Quonset State Airport	NCO	Medium Airport
Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport	BAF	Medium Airport
Westover Metropolitan Airport / Westover Air Reserve Base	CEF	Medium Airport
Worcester Regional Airport	ORH	Medium Airport
B&B Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Bancroft Airport	—	Small Airport
Bee Field	—	Small Airport
Brookline Airport	—	Small Airport
Buell Farm Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Cannizzaro Field	—	Small Airport
Crow Island Airport (Pvt)	—	Small Airport
Danielson Airport	—	Small Airport
Deerfield Valley Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Dresser Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Eastford Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellington Airport	—	Small Airport
Fitchburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Gager Field	—	Small Airport
Gallup Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Gardner Municipal Airport	GDM	Small Airport
Hadley Airport	—	Small Airport
Heckler Field	—	Small Airport
Hopedale Industrial Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Huff Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Jaffrey Airfield Silver Ranch Airport	AFN	Small Airport
Kallander Field	—	Small Airport
Laurie Field	—	Small Airport
Marshall's Airport	—	Small Airport
Mason Airfield	—	Small Airport
Meriden Markham Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Farm Airfield	—	Small Airport
Minute Man Air Field	MMN	Small Airport
Mundale Airport	—	Small Airport
Nashua Airport / Boire Field	ASH	Small Airport
Norm's Field	—	Small Airport
North Central State Airport	SFZ	Small Airport
Northampton Airport	—	Small Airport
Orange Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pasport Airport	—	Small Airport
Pepperell Airport	—	Small Airport
Pilgrim's Home Airfield	—	Small Airport
Rankl Field	—	Small Airport
Riconn Airport	—	Small Airport
Roberts Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Robertson Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in West Brookfield

19 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Barre Police Department	40 West Street
Brimfield Police Department	34 Wales Road
East Brookfield Police Department
Gilbertville Police Dept	307 Main Street
Holland Police	27 Sturbridge Road
Monson Police Dept	110 Main Street
New Braintree Police Department	20 Memorial Drive
North Brookfield Police Dept	4 Summer Street
Oakham Police Dept	178 Barre Road
Paxton Police Department	576 Pleasant Street
Petersham Police Station	15 East Street
Rutland Police Dept	242 Main Street
Southbridge Police Dept	1 Mechanic Street
Spencer Police Dept	9 Dewey Street
State Police - Sturbridge	New Boston Road
State Police Belchertown	485 Ware Road
Sturbridge Police Dept	346 Main Street
Wales Police Dept	3 Hollow Road
West Brookfield Police Dept	2 East Main Street

Grocery Stores in West Brookfield

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Country Corner Citgo Inc	Convenience Store	118 W Main St
Farmer Matt Llc NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	860 W Brookfield Rd
Honey Bee Orchards	Farmers and Markets	107 E Main St
Plantation Country Store	Convenience Store	1 E Main St

Treatment Centers in West Brookfield

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) - Valley Human Services Outpatient Trt	Both	413-301-9400
Cornerstone Recovery	Substance Abuse	413-758-4050 x4651
Griswold Behavioral Health Center	Both	413-370-5285
Harrington Memorial Hospital - Outpatient Behavioral Health	Mental Health	508-765-9167
Spectrum Health Systems Inc	Substance Abuse	508-765-5940
Stetson School Inc	Mental Health	978-355-4541

DOL Wage Violations in West Brookfield

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $4,220 in back wages owed to 27 employees.

Violations

$4,220

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Quaboag Rehabilitation & SCC	—	—	01585	—	1	$4,220	$156	27

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Brookfield

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN EDUCATIONAL SOCIETY INC	PO BOX 287
WARREN SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1570 SOUTHBRIDGE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Brookfield

What is the population of West Brookfield?

West Brookfield has a population of 1,518 residents and is located in Massachusetts. The population density is 1,205 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.7% female and 43.3% male.

Is West Brookfield expensive to live in?

West Brookfield is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 105.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $59,734, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $282,900 (0% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,081 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is West Brookfield safe?

West Brookfield is considered a very safe city 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 (below the national average). Overall, West Brookfield receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Brookfield?

West Brookfield has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches, with 63.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in West Brookfield?

West Brookfield has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,208. There are 18,727 business establishments in the area, including 907 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 39 minutes, and 3.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Brookfield?

The median home value in West Brookfield is $282,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,949. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,081. Fair market rent is $1,822 for a 1-bedroom and $2,300 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,506.

How are the schools in West Brookfield?

Schools in West Brookfield score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.8% of adults in West Brookfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Brookfield?

The obesity rate in West Brookfield is 33.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 23.4% are physically inactive. 30.7% of residents report depression. 4.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 95.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,502.

What is transportation like in West Brookfield?

The average commute in West Brookfield is 39 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Brookfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Brookfield is 99.2% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home. 26.1% of the population are military veterans. 20.3% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

North Brookfield, MA 2,477 pop · 3.8 mi East Brookfield, MA 1,349 pop · 4.9 mi Ware, MA 5,723 pop · 5.2 mi Spencer, MA 5,520 pop · 7.9 mi Fiskdale, MA 2,564 pop · 8.3 mi Palmer Town, MA 12,372 pop · 9.0 mi Sturbridge, MA 2,277 pop · 11.1 mi Monson Center, MA 1,794 pop · 12.5 mi Rutland, MA 1,796 pop · 13.2 mi Holland, MA 1,313 pop · 13.2 mi Belchertown, MA 2,299 pop · 13.3 mi Southbridge Town, MA 17,806 pop · 13.9 mi Oxford, MA 5,572 pop · 16.6 mi Wilbraham, MA 4,247 pop · 16.7 mi

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