Brook, IN

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Brook Overview

960
TOTAL POPULATION
482
MALE POPULATION
478
FEMALE POPULATION
100.84
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.17
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,490
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,208
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,065
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
498
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Brook Zip Codes

Brook Area Codes

Race in Brook

The most populous races in Brook are White / Caucasian (868 | 90.4%), Hispanic or Latino (168 | 17.5%), and Two or more Races (50 | 5.2%).
Race in Brook
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino16817.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian86890.4%
Two or more Races505.2%
Some other Race424.4%
Total960100.0%

Ancestry in Brook

The most populous ancestries reported in Brook are Irish (190 | 19.8%), German (182 | 19.0%), Central American (108 | 11.3%), Salvadoran (106 | 11.0%), and English (68 | 7.1%), together accounting for 68.1% of all Brook residents.
Ancestry in Brook
Ancestry# Population% Population
American424.4%
Canadian20.2%
Central American10811.3%
Central American Indian20.2%
Danish10.1%
Dutch70.7%
English687.1%
European20.2%
Finnish20.2%
French232.4%
French Canadian30.3%
German18219.0%
Honduran20.2%
Indian (Asian)70.7%
Irish19019.8%
Italian515.3%
Mexican434.5%
Mexican American Indian50.5%
Native Hawaiian70.7%
Norwegian30.3%
Polish575.9%
Salvadoran10611.0%
Scotch-Irish20.2%
Scottish101.0%
South African80.8%
Spanish70.7%
Subsaharan African80.8%
Swedish141.5%
Welsh50.5%
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Immigrants in Brook

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Brook came from Central America (96 | 10.0%), Latin America (96 | 10.0%), El Salvador (84 | 8.7%), Mexico (10 | 1.0%), and Eastern Europe (4 | 0.4%), together accounting for 30.2% of all Brook residents.
Immigrants in Brook
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America9610.0%
Eastern Europe40.4%
El Salvador848.7%
Europe40.4%
Honduras20.2%
Latin America9610.0%
Mexico101.0%
Poland40.4%
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Sex and Age in Brook

Sex and Age in Brook

The most populous age groups in Brook are 15 to 19 Years (65 | 13.5%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (66 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Brook
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years48 (10.0%)33 (6.9%)
5 to 9 Years9 (1.9%)57 (11.9%)
10 to 14 Years23 (4.8%)16 (3.4%)
15 to 19 Years65 (13.5%)8 (1.7%)
20 to 24 Years30 (6.2%)19 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years37 (7.7%)22 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Years42 (8.7%)58 (12.1%)
35 to 39 Years28 (5.8%)66 (13.8%)
40 to 44 Years36 (7.5%)17 (3.6%)
45 to 49 Years19 (3.9%)29 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years23 (4.8%)20 (4.2%)
55 to 59 Years32 (6.6%)24 (5.0%)
60 to 64 Years20 (4.2%)21 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years9 (1.9%)36 (7.5%)
70 to 74 Years12 (2.5%)9 (1.9%)
75 to 79 Years34 (7.0%)18 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years3 (0.6%)14 (2.9%)
85 Years and over12 (2.5%)11 (2.3%)
Total482 (100.0%)478 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Brook

Median Family Size in Brook

The median family size in Brook is 3.33 persons per family, with single male/father families (28 | 11.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.93 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (45 | 18.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.49 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Brook
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple165 (69.3%)3.46
Single Male/Father28 (11.8%)3.93
Single Female/Mother45 (18.9%)2.49
Total Families238 (100.0%)3.33

Median Household Size in Brook

The median household size in Brook is 2.79 persons per household, with single male/father households (28 | 8.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.43 persons per household. non-family households (106 | 30.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.37 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Brook
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple165 (48.0%)3.49
Single Male/Father28 (8.1%)4.43
Single Female/Mother45 (13.1%)2.56
Non-family106 (30.8%)1.37
Total Households344 (100.0%)2.79

Household Size by Marriage Status in Brook

Out of a total of 344 households in Brook, 238 (69.2%) are family households, while 106 (30.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 112, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 91.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Brook
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-91 (26.5%)
2-Person Households112 (32.6%)6 (1.7%)
3-Person Households45 (13.1%)7 (2.0%)
4-Person Households47 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households20 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households9 (2.6%)2 (0.6%)
7+ Person Households5 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total238 (69.2%)106 (30.8%)

Female Fertility in Brook

Fertility by Age in Brook

Average fertility rate in Brook is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 66.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Brook
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years5 (33.3%)51.0
35 to 50 years10 (66.7%)82.0
Total15 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brook

66.7% of women with births (15) in Brook are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brook
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (66.7%)5 (33.3%)

Fertility by Education in Brook

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Brook
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School3 (20.0%)61.0
High School Diploma10 (66.7%)99.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree2 (13.3%)100.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total15 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brook

33.3% of women with births in Brook are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 50.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brook
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (66.7%)5 (33.3%)

Income in Brook

Income Overview in Brook

Per Capita Income in Brook is $24,490, while median incomes of families and households are $55,208 and $52,065 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income960$24,490
Median Family Income238$55,208
Mean Family Income238$74,106
Median Household Income344$52,065
Mean Household Income344$63,594
Income Deficit238$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)96027.67%
Wage / Income Gap ($)96072.33¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9600.39

Earnings by Sex in Brook

Average Earnings in Brook are $30,608, $36,750 for men and $26,583 for women, a difference of 27.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Brook
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male279 (54.3%)$36,750
Female235 (45.7%)$26,583
Total514 (100.0%)$30,608

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brook

The most common earnings brackets in Brook are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (37 | 13.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (28 | 11.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brook
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less9 (3.2%)20 (8.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99925 (9.0%)14 (6.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)6 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99929 (10.4%)25 (10.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)2 (0.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (1.1%)2 (0.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (1.4%)10 (4.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (1.8%)5 (2.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99924 (8.6%)24 (10.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99913 (4.7%)28 (11.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99924 (8.6%)19 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $39,9995 (1.8%)15 (6.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99937 (13.3%)12 (5.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99914 (5.0%)10 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99912 (4.3%)3 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99921 (7.5%)6 (2.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99914 (5.0%)26 (11.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99936 (12.9%)8 (3.4%)
$100,000+4 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total279 (100.0%)235 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brook

Average earnings in Brook are $45,568 for men and $27,788 for women, a difference of 39.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $54,583, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $32,019. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,556, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,083.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brook
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$42,750$0
High School Diploma$44,265$27,083
College or Associate's Degree$54,583$42,500
Bachelor's Degree$32,019$65,556
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,568$27,788

Family Income in Brook

Family Income Brackets in Brook

According to the Brook family income data, there are 65 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Brook
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00093.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999135.5%
$25,000 to $34,9993414.3%
$35,000 to $49,9992811.8%
$50,000 to $74,9996527.3%
$75,000 to $99,9992610.9%
$100,000 to $149,9993514.7%
$150,000 to $199,9992510.5%
$200,000+31.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brook

5-person families (23 | 9.7%) account for the highest median family income in Brook with $114,583 per family, while 2-person families (119 | 50.0%) have the highest median income of $27,188 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brook
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families119 (50.0%)$54,375
3-Person Families42 (17.6%)$78,438
4-Person Families43 (18.1%)$50,417
5-Person Families23 (9.7%)$114,583
6-Person Families6 (2.5%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (2.1%)$0
Total238 (100.0%)$55,208

Family Income by Number of Earners in Brook

The median family income in Brook is $55,208, with families comprising 3+ earners (43) having the highest median family income of $119,688, while families with no earners (37) have the lowest median family income of $39,464, accounting for 18.1% and 15.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Brook
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners37 (15.5%)$39,464
1 Earner88 (37.0%)$41,250
2 Earners70 (29.4%)$91,250
3+ Earners43 (18.1%)$119,688
Total238 (100.0%)$55,208

Household Income in Brook

Household Income Brackets in Brook

With 92 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Brook, accounting for 26.7% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (0.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Brook
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000329.3%
$10,000 to $14,99961.7%
$15,000 to $24,999277.8%
$25,000 to $34,9994212.2%
$35,000 to $49,9994613.4%
$50,000 to $74,9999226.7%
$75,000 to $99,999288.1%
$100,000 to $149,9994312.5%
$150,000 to $199,999257.3%
$200,000+30.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Brook

The median household income in Brook is $52,065, with the highest median household income of $67,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 112 households (32.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,286, with 116 households (33.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Brook
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years20 (5.8%)$51,333
25 to 44 Years112 (32.6%)$67,500
45 to 64 Years96 (27.9%)$56,750
65+ Years116 (33.7%)$39,286
Total344 (100.0%)$52,065

Poverty in Brook

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brook

With 5.7% poverty level for males and 13.0% for females among the residents of Brook, 16 and 17 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (18.8%) and 3 females (75.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brook
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years1 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)3 (75.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years6 (7.6%)7 (33.3%)
25 to 34 Years4 (5.1%)6 (7.5%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)9 (10.8%)
45 to 54 Years2 (4.8%)8 (16.3%)
55 to 64 Years4 (7.7%)7 (15.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (28.9%)
75 Years and over4 (8.2%)8 (18.6%)
Total27 (5.7%)61 (13.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brook

According to the poverty statistics in Brook, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brook
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years45 (93.8%)33 (100.0%)
5 Years4 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years15 (93.8%)42 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years5 (100.0%)1 (25.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years13 (81.2%)4 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years73 (92.4%)14 (66.7%)
25 to 34 Years75 (94.9%)74 (92.5%)
35 to 44 Years64 (100.0%)74 (89.2%)
45 to 54 Years40 (95.2%)41 (83.7%)
55 to 64 Years48 (92.3%)38 (84.4%)
65 to 74 Years21 (100.0%)32 (71.1%)
75 Years and over45 (91.8%)35 (81.4%)
Total448 (94.3%)410 (87.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brook

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Brook show that 1.2% or 2 of the total 165 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 3.9%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brook
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children49 (96.1%)2 (3.9%)
3 or 4 Children17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total163 (98.8%)2 (1.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brook

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brook
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)8 (53.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)8 (17.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brook

The poverty data for Brook shows that 2 of the married-couple family households (1.2%) and 8 of the single-parent households (11.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (3.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 household (21.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brook
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (3.9%)8 (21.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (1.2%)8 (11.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Brook

Employment by Class of Employer in Brook

Among the 412 employed individuals in Brook, private company employees (307 | 74.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (24 | 5.8%), and local government employees (24 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Brook
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees30774.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)215.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)245.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations225.3%
Local Government Employees245.8%
State Government Employees122.9%
Federal Government Employees20.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total412100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Brook

According to the labor force statistics for Brook, out of the total population over 16 years of age (772), 64.5% or 498 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 29 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 60 to 64 years, with 90.2% or 37 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.8% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Brook
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years57 (80.3%)2 (3.5%)
20 to 24 Years42 (85.7%)4 (9.5%)
25 to 29 Years34 (57.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years73 (73.0%)13 (17.8%)
35 to 44 Years109 (74.1%)5 (4.6%)
45 to 54 Years81 (89.0%)3 (3.7%)
55 to 59 Years42 (75.0%)2 (4.8%)
60 to 64 Years37 (90.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total498 (64.5%)29 (5.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brook

According to labor force statistics for Brook, 76.1% of individuals (376) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (494) are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 23 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 100.0% or 51 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.6% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brook
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School51 (61.4%)15 (17.6%)
High School Diploma176 (73.6%)10 (4.0%)
College / Associate Degree98 (81.0%)9 (7.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total376 (76.1%)30 (6.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Brook

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brook are Management (32 | 6.8%), Community & Social Service (26 | 5.5%), Education Instruction & Library (17 | 3.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (13 | 2.8%), and Business & Financial (8 | 1.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Brook

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brook, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Business & Financial (75.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (61.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Brook
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Business & Financial6 (75.0%)2 (25.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Computers & Mathematics3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 9 (34.6%)17 (65.4%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library6 (35.3%)11 (64.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)23 (27.7%)60 (72.3%)
Total (Overall)261 (55.6%)208 (44.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Brook are Cleaning & Maintenance (24 | 5.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (21 | 4.5%), Healthcare Support (10 | 2.1%), Personal Care & Service (6 | 1.3%), and Security & Protection (2 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations in Brook

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Brook, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (33.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (66.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Brook
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Security & Protection2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance8 (33.3%)16 (66.7%)
Personal Care & Service2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Total (Category)12 (19.1%)51 (80.9%)
Total (Overall)261 (55.6%)208 (44.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Brook are Office & Administration (35 | 7.5%), and Sales & Related (12 | 2.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Brook

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Brook
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Office & Administration6 (17.1%)29 (82.9%)
Total (Category)13 (27.7%)34 (72.3%)
Total (Overall)261 (55.6%)208 (44.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Brook are Construction & Extraction (49 | 10.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (25 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (7 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Brook

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Brook
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry1 (14.3%)6 (85.7%)
Construction & Extraction49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair23 (92.0%)2 (8.0%)
Total (Category)73 (90.1%)8 (9.9%)
Total (Overall)261 (55.6%)208 (44.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Brook are Production (108 | 23.0%), Material Moving (59 | 12.6%), and Transportation (28 | 6.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Brook

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Brook
OccupationMaleFemale
Production68 (63.0%)40 (37.0%)
Transportation28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving44 (74.6%)15 (25.4%)
Total (Category)140 (71.8%)55 (28.2%)
Total (Overall)261 (55.6%)208 (44.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Brook

Employment Industries in Brook

The major employment industries in Brook include Manufacturing (211 | 45.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (34 | 7.2%), Construction (33 | 7.0%), Educational Services (28 | 6.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (27 | 5.8%).
Employment Industries in Brook

Employment Industries by Sex in Brook

The Brook industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (97.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Brook
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (14.3%)12 (85.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction32 (97.0%)1 (3.0%)
Manufacturing151 (71.6%)60 (28.4%)
Wholesale Trade6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
Retail Trade8 (44.4%)10 (55.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing24 (70.6%)10 (29.4%)
Utilities1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance3 (75.0%)1 (25.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support1 (4.2%)23 (95.8%)
Educational Services6 (21.4%)22 (78.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1 (6.2%)15 (93.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Public Administration2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Total261 (55.6%)208 (44.4%)

Education in Brook

School Enrollment in Brook

The most common levels of schooling among the 196 students in Brook are high school (68 | 34.7%), elementary school (40 | 20.4%), and nursery / preschool (33 | 16.8%).
School Enrollment in Brook
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3316.8%
Kindergarten189.2%
Elementary School4020.4%
Middle School2010.2%
High School6834.7%
College / Undergraduate178.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total196100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brook

Out of a total of 196 students who are enrolled in schools in Brook, 5 (2.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 191 (97.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (10.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 63 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brook
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds11 (91.7%)1 (8.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds35 (89.7%)4 (10.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total191 (97.4%)5 (2.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brook

Education (21 | 29.2%), engineering (11 | 15.3%), science & technology (9 | 12.5%), business (7 | 9.7%), and computers & mathematics (6 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 72 individuals in Brook who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brook
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics68.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural34.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology22.8%
Social Sciences22.8%
Engineering1115.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology912.5%
Business79.7%
Education2129.2%
Literature & Languages45.6%
Liberal Arts & History22.8%
Visual & Performing Arts22.8%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities34.2%
Total72100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Brook

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brook

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Brook are males with 2 vehicles (93, accounting for 42.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (66, making up 48.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brook
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle19 (8.6%)27 (14.1%)
2 Vehicles93 (42.3%)66 (34.4%)
3 Vehicles41 (18.6%)34 (17.7%)
4 Vehicles62 (28.2%)59 (30.7%)
5 or more Vehicles5 (2.3%)6 (3.1%)
Total220 (100.0%)192 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Brook

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Brook are 15 to 19 minutes (84 commuters, 20.8%), less than 5 minutes (74 commuters, 18.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (54 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in Brook
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7418.3%
5 to 9 Minutes256.2%
10 to 14 Minutes112.7%
15 to 19 Minutes8420.8%
20 to 24 Minutes5413.4%
25 to 29 Minutes4711.6%
30 to 34 Minutes297.2%
35 to 39 Minutes41.0%
40 to 44 Minutes71.7%
45 to 59 Minutes4310.6%
60 to 89 Minutes174.2%
90 or more Minutes92.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Brook

The most common commute times in Brook are less than 5 minutes (49 commuters, 22.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (49 commuters, 25.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Brook
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes49 (22.9%)25 (13.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes20 (9.3%)5 (2.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes4 (1.9%)7 (3.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes35 (16.4%)49 (25.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes21 (9.8%)33 (17.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes26 (12.1%)21 (11.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes4 (1.9%)25 (13.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (2.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes5 (2.3%)2 (1.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes35 (16.4%)8 (4.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (3.7%)9 (4.7%)
90 or more Minutes7 (3.3%)2 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brook

The most frequent times of departure to work in Brook are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (45, 21.0%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (48, 25.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brook
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM43 (20.1%)26 (13.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM27 (12.6%)7 (3.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM23 (10.7%)16 (8.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4 (1.9%)15 (7.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM23 (10.7%)14 (7.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM38 (17.8%)20 (10.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (6.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (1.4%)10 (5.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (0.9%)5 (2.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (3.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM45 (21.0%)48 (25.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3 (1.4%)11 (5.8%)
Total214 (100.0%)190 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Brook

Occupancy by Ownership in Brook

Of the total 344 dwellings in Brook, owner-occupied units account for 271 (78.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 73 (21.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Brook
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units27178.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units7321.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units344100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Brook

Occupancy by Household Size in Brook
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household9126.5%
2-Person Household11834.3%
3-Person Household5215.1%
4+ Person Household8324.1%
Total Housing Units344100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brook

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brook
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household85 (93.4%)6 (6.6%)
2-Person Household94 (79.7%)24 (20.3%)
3-Person Household33 (63.5%)19 (36.5%)
4+ Person Household59 (71.1%)24 (28.9%)
Total Housing Units271 (78.8%)73 (21.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brook

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brook
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School40 (66.7%)20 (33.3%)
High School Diploma143 (81.2%)33 (18.8%)
College/Associate Degree59 (79.7%)15 (20.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher29 (85.3%)5 (14.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brook

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brook
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8524.7%
35 to 44 Years4713.7%
45 to 54 Years4513.1%
55 to 64 Years5114.8%
65 to 74 Years4914.2%
75 to 84 Years5716.6%
85 Years and Over102.9%
Total344100.0%

Housing Finances in Brook

Median Income by Occupancy in Brook

Median Income by Occupancy in Brook
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied271 (78.8%)$53,015
Renter-Occupied73 (21.2%)$51,397
Average344 (100.0%)$52,065

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brook

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brook
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00012 (4.4%)2 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99918 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9998 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99916 (5.9%)3 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99932 (11.8%)10 (13.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99934 (12.6%)12 (16.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99958 (21.4%)34 (46.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (9.6%)2 (2.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99933 (12.2%)10 (13.7%)
$150,000 or more28 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total271 (100.0%)73 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brook

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brook
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30016 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49959 (21.8%)2 (2.7%)
$500 to $79964 (23.6%)21 (28.8%)
$800 to $99942 (15.5%)38 (52.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49980 (29.5%)7 (9.6%)
$1,500 to $1,9995 (1.8%)2 (2.7%)
$2,000 to $2,4992 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more3 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total271 (100.0%)73 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Brook

Housing Structures in Brook

Housing Structures in Brook
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached33898.3%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments30.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments30.9%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total344100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brook

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brook
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached271 (80.2%)67 (19.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total271 (78.8%)73 (21.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brook

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brook
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms6 (2.2%)3 (4.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms53 (19.6%)37 (50.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms133 (49.1%)32 (43.8%)
8 or more Rooms79 (29.1%)1 (1.4%)
Total271 (100.0%)73 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brook

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brook
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas254 (93.7%)46 (63.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity15 (5.5%)27 (37.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total271 (100.0%)73 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Brook

Household Vehicle Usage in Brook
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6 (2.2%)3 (4.1%)
1 Vehicle87 (32.1%)14 (19.2%)
2 Vehicles105 (38.8%)31 (42.5%)
3 or more Vehicles73 (26.9%)25 (34.3%)
Total271 (100.0%)73 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Brook

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Brook

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units98173
Median Property Value$95,500$94,900
Median Household Income$32,500$18
Monthly Housing Costs$375$3
Real Estate Taxes$800$13

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brook

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brook
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (24.5%)8 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99930 (30.6%)98 (56.7%)
$100,000 to $299,99941 (41.8%)62 (35.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (3.1%)5 (2.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total98 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brook

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brook
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00017 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99921 (21.4%)13 (7.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (13.3%)9 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99910 (10.2%)19 (11.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99916 (16.3%)24 (13.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (3.1%)42 (24.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (8.2%)23 (13.3%)
$150,000 or more10 (10.2%)25 (14.4%)
Total98 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brook

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brook
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x38 (38.8%)56,875 (32,875.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x23 (23.5%)106 (61.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x4 (4.1%)34 (19.7%)
4.0x or more33 (33.7%)2 (1.2%)
Total98 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brook

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brook
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80046 (46.9%)1 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,49920 (20.4%)76 (43.9%)
$800 to $1,49926 (26.5%)53 (30.6%)
Total98 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Brook

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brook

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brook
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years88 (83.8%)17 (16.2%)
6 to 18 Years137 (90.1%)15 (9.9%)
19 to 25 Years31 (57.4%)23 (42.6%)
26 to 34 Years130 (83.3%)26 (16.7%)
35 to 44 Years113 (76.9%)34 (23.1%)
45 to 54 Years86 (94.5%)5 (5.5%)
55 to 64 Years63 (64.9%)34 (35.0%)
65 to 74 Years66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total806 (84.0%)154 (16.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brook

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brook
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born88 (83.8%)17 (16.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen137 (90.1%)15 (9.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen31 (57.4%)23 (42.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brook

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brook
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00096 (93.2%)7 (6.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999208 (93.7%)14 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999163 (62.7%)97 (37.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99998 (98.0%)2 (2.0%)
$100,000 and over241 (87.6%)34 (12.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brook

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brook
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 638 (36.2%)50 (47.6%)
6 to 18 Years26 (17.1%)115 (75.7%)
19 to 25 Years6 (11.1%)25 (46.3%)
25 to 34 Years39 (25.0%)91 (58.3%)
35 to 44 Years34 (23.1%)79 (53.7%)
45 to 54 Years17 (18.7%)70 (76.9%)
55 to 64 Years9 (9.3%)61 (62.9%)
65 to 74 Years64 (97.0%)53 (80.3%)
75 Years and over92 (100.0%)64 (69.6%)
Total325 (33.9%)608 (63.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brook

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brook
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (6.2%)10 (12.7%)
18 to 34 Years30 (19.0%)12 (11.9%)
35 to 64 Years33 (20.9%)28 (15.8%)
65 to 74 Years2 (9.5%)15 (33.3%)
75 Years and over40 (81.6%)21 (48.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Brook

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Brook: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (6.7%)
75 Years and over23 (46.9%)16 (37.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Brook: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (7.6%)7 (6.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)16 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (20.0%)
75 Years and over12 (24.5%)4 (9.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Brook: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (12.7%)
18 to 34 Years18 (11.4%)7 (6.9%)
35 to 64 Years7 (4.4%)12 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (4.4%)
75 Years and over8 (16.3%)7 (16.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Brook: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (10.1%)23 (13.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (9.5%)10 (22.2%)
75 Years and over22 (44.9%)8 (18.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Brook: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)16 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (13.3%)
75 Years and over11 (22.5%)11 (25.6%)

Technology Access in Brook

Computing Device Access in Brook

Computing Device Access in Brook
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop22264.5%
Smartphone28081.4%
Tablet17250.0%
No Computing Device226.4%
Total344100.0%

Internet Access in Brook

Internet Access in Brook
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet92.6%
Broadband Home21562.5%
Cellular Data Only6418.6%
Satellite Internet174.9%
No Internet4513.1%
Total344100.0%

Brook Summary

Brook, Indiana is a small town located in the northwest corner of the state, in the county of Whitley. It is situated on the banks of the Little Wabash River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town has a population of just over 1,000 people, and is known for its small-town charm and friendly atmosphere.

History

The area that is now Brook was first settled in the early 1800s by a group of settlers from Pennsylvania. The town was originally known as “Brookville”, and was officially incorporated in 1837. The town was named after the nearby creek, which was named after a local settler, John Brook.
In the late 1800s, the town began to grow and prosper. The railroad came to town in 1882, and the town was connected to the rest of the state by the Wabash and Erie Canal. This allowed for the transportation of goods and services to and from the town, and helped to spur economic growth.
The town continued to grow throughout the early 1900s, and by the 1950s, the population had grown to over 1,000 people. The town was known for its strong agricultural economy, and was home to several small businesses.

Geography

Brook is located in the northwest corner of Indiana, in Whitley County. It is situated on the banks of the Little Wabash River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town is located about 25 miles south of Fort Wayne, and about 50 miles north of Indianapolis.
The town has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located at an elevation of 845 feet above sea level. The climate in Brook is classified as humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of Brook is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several small farms, and the surrounding area is known for its production of corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
The town is also home to a few manufacturing companies, including a plastics factory and a metal fabrication plant. The town is also home to a few small service businesses, such as a gas station and a few auto repair shops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Brook was 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,000. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Brook?
Total Population of Brook is 960.
What is the Total Male Population of Brook?
Total Male Population of Brook is 482.
What is the Total Female Population of Brook?
Total Female Population of Brook is 478.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Brook?
There are 100.84 Males per 100 Females in Brook.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Brook?
There are 99.17 Females per 100 Males in Brook.
What is the Median Population Age in Brook?
Median Population Age in Brook is 35.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Brook
Average Family Size in Brook is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Brook
Average Household Size in Brook is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Brook?
Per Capita income in Brook is $24,490.
What is the Median Family Income in Brook?
Median Family Income in Brook is $55,208.
What is the Median Household income in Brook?
Median Household Income in Brook is $52,065.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Brook?
Income or Wage Gap in Brook is 27.7%.
Women in Brook earn 72.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Brook?
Inequality or Gini Index in Brook is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Brook?
There are 498 People in the Labor Forcein in Brook.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Brook?
64.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Brook.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Brook?
Unemployment Rate in Brook is 5.8%.