West Brookfield, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Hampden County County
West Brookfield, MA
At a Glance
How West Brookfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Brookfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Brookfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Brookfield residents earn a median household income of $59,734 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,833. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,727 business establishments, including 907 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Brookfield is $282,900 , 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $413,153. Median rent is $1,081/month, with 24.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
West Brookfield reports 127 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 204/100K.
Education
25.8% of adults in West Brookfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Brookfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.