North Brookfield, MA

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2,437
TOTAL POPULATION
1,186
MALE POPULATION
1,251
FEMALE POPULATION
94.80
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.48
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,392
PER CAPITA INCOME
$80,758
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$73,904
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
53.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,405
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

North Brookfield Zip Codes

North Brookfield Area Codes

Race in North Brookfield

The most populous races in North Brookfield are White / Caucasian (2,333 | 95.7%), Two or more Races (49 | 2.0%), and Black / African American (43 | 1.8%).
Race in North Brookfield
Race# Population% Population
Asian60.3%
Black / African American431.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino281.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,33395.7%
Two or more Races492.0%
Some other Race60.3%
Total2,437100.0%

Ancestry in North Brookfield

The most populous ancestries reported in North Brookfield are American (467 | 19.2%), Italian (313 | 12.8%), Irish (264 | 10.8%), French (257 | 10.5%), and English (194 | 8.0%), together accounting for 61.3% of all North Brookfield residents.
Ancestry in North Brookfield
Ancestry# Population% Population
American46719.2%
Armenian200.8%
Bhutanese210.9%
Canadian170.7%
Colombian80.3%
Cuban10.0%
Dutch381.6%
Eastern European120.5%
English1948.0%
Finnish30.1%
French25710.5%
French Canadian1827.5%
German1215.0%
Haitian60.3%
Hungarian70.3%
Irish26410.8%
Italian31312.8%
Lithuanian321.3%
Mexican60.3%
Pennsylvania German80.3%
Polish1204.9%
Portuguese90.4%
Puerto Rican130.5%
Scotch-Irish90.4%
Scottish843.5%
South American80.3%
Swedish642.6%
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Immigrants in North Brookfield

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in North Brookfield came from Africa (23 | 0.9%), Ghana (23 | 0.9%), Western Africa (23 | 0.9%), Europe (21 | 0.9%), and Netherlands (21 | 0.9%), together accounting for 4.5% of all North Brookfield residents.
Immigrants in North Brookfield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa230.9%
Asia60.3%
Caribbean70.3%
Central America60.3%
Cuba10.0%
Eastern Asia60.3%
Europe210.9%
Ghana230.9%
Haiti60.3%
Japan60.3%
Latin America130.5%
Mexico60.3%
Netherlands210.9%
Western Africa230.9%
Western Europe210.9%
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Sex and Age in North Brookfield

Sex and Age in North Brookfield

The most populous age groups in North Brookfield are 60 to 64 Years (204 | 17.2%) for men and 80 to 84 Years (157 | 12.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in North Brookfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (1.9%)54 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years18 (1.5%)19 (1.5%)
10 to 14 Years87 (7.3%)121 (9.7%)
15 to 19 Years132 (11.1%)73 (5.8%)
20 to 24 Years51 (4.3%)128 (10.2%)
25 to 29 Years63 (5.3%)42 (3.4%)
30 to 34 Years70 (5.9%)45 (3.6%)
35 to 39 Years44 (3.7%)115 (9.2%)
40 to 44 Years111 (9.4%)33 (2.6%)
45 to 49 Years90 (7.6%)53 (4.2%)
50 to 54 Years77 (6.5%)133 (10.6%)
55 to 59 Years70 (5.9%)107 (8.6%)
60 to 64 Years204 (17.2%)44 (3.5%)
65 to 69 Years66 (5.6%)66 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years30 (2.5%)51 (4.1%)
75 to 79 Years39 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)157 (12.6%)
85 Years and over11 (0.9%)10 (0.8%)
Total1,186 (100.0%)1,251 (100.0%)

Families and Households in North Brookfield

Median Family Size in North Brookfield

The median family size in North Brookfield is 3.11 persons per family, with married-couple families (336 | 56.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.34 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (46 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.02 persons per family.
Median Family Size in North Brookfield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple336 (56.8%)3.34
Single Male/Father46 (7.8%)2.02
Single Female/Mother210 (35.5%)2.98
Total Families592 (100.0%)3.11

Median Household Size in North Brookfield

The median household size in North Brookfield is 2.45 persons per household, with married-couple households (336 | 33.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.4 persons per household. non-family households (401 | 40.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in North Brookfield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple336 (33.8%)3.40
Single Male/Father46 (4.6%)2.24
Single Female/Mother210 (21.1%)3.25
Non-family401 (40.4%)1.26
Total Households993 (100.0%)2.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in North Brookfield

Out of a total of 993 households in North Brookfield, 592 (59.6%) are family households, while 401 (40.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 270, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 298.
Household Size by Marriage Status in North Brookfield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-298 (30.0%)
2-Person Households270 (27.2%)103 (10.4%)
3-Person Households142 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households54 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households107 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households19 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total592 (59.6%)401 (40.4%)

Female Fertility in North Brookfield

Fertility by Age in North Brookfield

Average fertility rate in North Brookfield is 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 62.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in North Brookfield
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (62.5%)47.0
35 to 50 years6 (37.5%)30.0
Total16 (100.0%)33.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in North Brookfield

37.5% of women with births (16) in North Brookfield 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 North Brookfield
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)

Fertility by Education in North Brookfield

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in North Brookfield
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree16 (100.0%)113.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total16 (100.0%)33.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in North Brookfield

62.5% of women with births in North Brookfield are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 37.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 62.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in North Brookfield
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)

Income in North Brookfield

Income Overview in North Brookfield

Per Capita Income in North Brookfield is $35,392, while median incomes of families and households are $80,758 and $73,904 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,437$35,392
Median Family Income592$80,758
Mean Family Income592$96,775
Median Household Income993$73,904
Mean Household Income993$82,660
Income Deficit592$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,43746.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,43753.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,4370.34

Earnings by Sex in North Brookfield

Average Earnings in North Brookfield are $44,936, $53,425 for men and $28,361 for women, a difference of 46.9%.
Earnings by Sex in North Brookfield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male789 (53.5%)$53,425
Female685 (46.5%)$28,361
Total1,474 (100.0%)$44,936

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in North Brookfield

The most common earnings brackets in North Brookfield are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (197 | 25.0%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (77 | 11.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in North Brookfield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less5 (0.6%)42 (6.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)27 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49910 (1.3%)46 (6.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)23 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (0.5%)8 (1.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99933 (4.2%)62 (9.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49927 (3.4%)35 (5.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99910 (1.3%)77 (11.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99947 (6.0%)52 (7.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)25 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99950 (6.3%)11 (1.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99999 (12.6%)45 (6.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99924 (3.0%)46 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999197 (25.0%)29 (4.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99999 (12.6%)47 (6.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9999 (1.1%)49 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999139 (17.6%)36 (5.3%)
$100,000+36 (4.6%)25 (3.6%)
Total789 (100.0%)685 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in North Brookfield

Average earnings in North Brookfield are $53,877 for men and $28,750 for women, a difference of 46.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $85,882, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $53,708. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,182, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,792.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in North Brookfield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$53,708$19,792
College or Associate's Degree$59,464$58,182
Bachelor's Degree$59,500$24,531
Graduate Degree$85,882$27,813
Total$53,877$28,750

Family Income in North Brookfield

Family Income Brackets in North Brookfield

According to the North Brookfield family income data, there are 196 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in North Brookfield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999569.5%
$25,000 to $34,999183.0%
$35,000 to $49,999162.7%
$50,000 to $74,99919633.1%
$75,000 to $99,99913923.5%
$100,000 to $149,9996511.0%
$150,000 to $199,9996511.0%
$200,000+376.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in North Brookfield

3-person families (133 | 22.5%) account for the highest median family income in North Brookfield with $102,782 per family, while 2-person families (279 | 47.1%) have the highest median income of $37,123 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in North Brookfield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families279 (47.1%)$74,246
3-Person Families133 (22.5%)$102,782
4-Person Families126 (21.3%)$0
5-Person Families35 (5.9%)$0
6-Person Families19 (3.2%)$90,893
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total592 (100.0%)$80,758

Family Income by Number of Earners in North Brookfield

The median family income in North Brookfield is $80,758, with families comprising 3+ earners (91) having the highest median family income of $159,896, while families with no earners (45) have the lowest median family income of $54,922, accounting for 15.4% and 7.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in North Brookfield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners45 (7.6%)$54,922
1 Earner288 (48.6%)$73,388
2 Earners168 (28.4%)$101,458
3+ Earners91 (15.4%)$159,896
Total592 (100.0%)$80,758

Household Income in North Brookfield

Household Income Brackets in North Brookfield

With 355 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in North Brookfield, accounting for 35.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in North Brookfield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999242.4%
$15,000 to $24,99912612.7%
$25,000 to $34,999424.2%
$35,000 to $49,999171.7%
$50,000 to $74,99935535.8%
$75,000 to $99,99923623.8%
$100,000 to $149,999919.2%
$150,000 to $199,999656.5%
$200,000+373.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in North Brookfield

The median household income in North Brookfield is $73,904, with the highest median household income of $81,484 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 236 households (23.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $73,223, with 322 households (32.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in North Brookfield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years43 (4.3%)$81,313
25 to 44 Years236 (23.8%)$81,484
45 to 64 Years392 (39.5%)$73,750
65+ Years322 (32.4%)$73,223
Total993 (100.0%)$73,904

Poverty in North Brookfield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in North Brookfield

With 10.0% poverty level for males and 12.6% for females among the residents of North Brookfield, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 57 males (90.5%) and 58 females (61.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in North Brookfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)58 (61.1%)
12 to 14 Years61 (79.2%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years57 (90.5%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (12.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)56 (37.8%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)8 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (8.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (8.4%)
Total118 (10.0%)157 (12.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in North Brookfield

According to the poverty statistics in North Brookfield, males aged under 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 North Brookfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years28 (100.0%)37 (39.0%)
12 to 14 Years16 (20.8%)40 (100.0%)
15 Years6 (9.5%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years53 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years67 (100.0%)155 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years133 (100.0%)76 (87.4%)
35 to 44 Years155 (100.0%)92 (62.2%)
45 to 54 Years167 (100.0%)186 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years274 (100.0%)143 (94.7%)
65 to 74 Years96 (100.0%)107 (91.4%)
75 Years and over50 (100.0%)153 (91.6%)
Total1,068 (90.0%)1,094 (87.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in North Brookfield

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in North Brookfield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total336 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in North Brookfield

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in North Brookfield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)56 (26.7%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in North Brookfield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)56 (21.9%)

Employment Characteristics in North Brookfield

Employment by Class of Employer in North Brookfield

Among the 1,377 employed individuals in North Brookfield, private company employees (955 | 69.4%), not-for-profit organizations (159 | 11.6%), and local government employees (98 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in North Brookfield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees95569.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)151.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)695.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations15911.6%
Local Government Employees987.1%
State Government Employees493.6%
Federal Government Employees322.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,377100.0%

Employment Status by Age in North Brookfield

According to the labor force statistics for North Brookfield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,045), 68.7% or 1,405 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 28 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 179 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.9% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in North Brookfield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years35 (25.9%)8 (22.9%)
20 to 24 Years179 (100.0%)20 (11.2%)
25 to 29 Years81 (77.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years106 (92.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years257 (84.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years308 (87.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years163 (92.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years228 (91.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years40 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,405 (68.7%)28 (2.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in North Brookfield

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in North Brookfield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School80 (81.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma525 (89.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree260 (88.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher278 (86.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,144 (87.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in North Brookfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in North Brookfield are Community & Social Service (218 | 15.8%), Education Instruction & Library (154 | 11.2%), Management (68 | 4.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (51 | 3.7%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (40 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in North Brookfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in North Brookfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in North Brookfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management31 (45.6%)37 (54.4%)
Business & Financial6 (35.3%)11 (64.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science15 (50.0%)15 (50.0%)
Computers & Mathematics12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 60 (27.5%)158 (72.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library32 (20.8%)122 (79.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment28 (70.0%)12 (30.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating7 (13.7%)44 (86.3%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Total (Category)119 (31.0%)265 (69.0%)
Total (Overall)738 (53.6%)639 (46.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in North Brookfield are Healthcare Support (109 | 7.9%), Personal Care & Service (85 | 6.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (82 | 5.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (17 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in North Brookfield

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in North Brookfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (80.5%), Personal Care & Service (68.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (29.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (70.6%), and Personal Care & Service (31.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in North Brookfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)109 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving5 (29.4%)12 (70.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance66 (80.5%)16 (19.5%)
Personal Care & Service58 (68.2%)27 (31.8%)
Total (Category)129 (44.0%)164 (56.0%)
Total (Overall)738 (53.6%)639 (46.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in North Brookfield are Office & Administration (120 | 8.7%), and Sales & Related (76 | 5.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in North Brookfield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in North Brookfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related34 (44.7%)42 (55.3%)
Office & Administration13 (10.8%)107 (89.2%)
Total (Category)47 (24.0%)149 (76.0%)
Total (Overall)738 (53.6%)639 (46.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in North Brookfield are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (83 | 6.0%), and Construction & Extraction (29 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in North Brookfield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in North Brookfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction19 (65.5%)10 (34.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)102 (91.1%)10 (8.9%)
Total (Overall)738 (53.6%)639 (46.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in North Brookfield are Production (319 | 23.2%), Transportation (60 | 4.4%), and Material Moving (13 | 0.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in North Brookfield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in North Brookfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production277 (86.8%)42 (13.2%)
Transportation51 (85.0%)9 (15.0%)
Material Moving13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)341 (87.0%)51 (13.0%)
Total (Overall)738 (53.6%)639 (46.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in North Brookfield

Employment Industries in North Brookfield

The major employment industries in North Brookfield include Manufacturing (412 | 29.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (217 | 15.8%), Educational Services (188 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (111 | 8.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (90 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries in North Brookfield

Employment Industries by Sex in North Brookfield

The North Brookfield industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in North Brookfield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing366 (88.8%)46 (11.2%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade47 (42.3%)64 (57.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing62 (68.9%)28 (31.1%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services44 (23.4%)144 (76.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance13 (6.0%)204 (94.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation77 (90.6%)8 (9.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services14 (53.8%)12 (46.2%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total738 (53.6%)639 (46.4%)

Education in North Brookfield

School Enrollment in North Brookfield

The most common levels of schooling among the 567 students in North Brookfield are middle school (203 | 35.8%), high school (170 | 30.0%), and college / undergraduate (95 | 16.8%).
School Enrollment in North Brookfield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool142.5%
Kindergarten50.9%
Elementary School376.5%
Middle School20335.8%
High School17030.0%
College / Undergraduate9516.8%
Graduate / Professional437.6%
Total567100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in North Brookfield

Out of a total of 567 students who are enrolled in schools in North Brookfield, 123 (21.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 444 (78.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 208 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in North Brookfield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old7 (18.9%)30 (81.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds208 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds152 (93.8%)10 (6.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds8 (38.1%)13 (61.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds20 (41.7%)28 (58.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over21 (42.9%)28 (57.1%)
Total444 (78.3%)123 (21.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in North Brookfield

Education (92 | 20.7%), business (75 | 16.9%), literature & languages (67 | 15.1%), computers & mathematics (51 | 11.5%), and social sciences (41 | 9.2%) are the most common fields of study among 445 individuals in North Brookfield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in North Brookfield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5111.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural61.3%
Physical & Health Sciences245.4%
Psychology102.2%
Social Sciences419.2%
Engineering61.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies143.2%
Science & Technology112.5%
Business7516.9%
Education9220.7%
Literature & Languages6715.1%
Liberal Arts & History173.8%
Visual & Performing Arts122.7%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities194.3%
Total445100.0%

Transportation & Commute in North Brookfield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in North Brookfield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in North Brookfield are males with 1 vehicle (367, accounting for 49.9%) and females with 1 vehicle (236, making up 57.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in North Brookfield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle367 (49.9%)236 (36.9%)
2 Vehicles247 (33.6%)236 (36.9%)
3 Vehicles60 (8.2%)117 (18.3%)
4 Vehicles31 (4.2%)17 (2.7%)
5 or more Vehicles31 (4.2%)33 (5.2%)
Total736 (100.0%)639 (100.0%)

Commute Time in North Brookfield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in North Brookfield are 45 to 59 minutes (267 commuters, 20.3%), 60 to 89 minutes (225 commuters, 17.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (170 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in North Brookfield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes423.2%
5 to 9 Minutes665.0%
10 to 14 Minutes17012.9%
15 to 19 Minutes201.5%
20 to 24 Minutes927.0%
25 to 29 Minutes1269.6%
30 to 34 Minutes947.1%
35 to 39 Minutes594.5%
40 to 44 Minutes1269.6%
45 to 59 Minutes26720.3%
60 to 89 Minutes22517.1%
90 or more Minutes312.4%

Commute Time by Sex in North Brookfield

The most common commute times in North Brookfield are 60 to 89 minutes (201 commuters, 28.6%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (186 commuters, 30.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in North Brookfield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)42 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes30 (4.3%)36 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes101 (14.4%)69 (11.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)20 (3.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes27 (3.8%)65 (10.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes117 (16.6%)9 (1.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes31 (4.4%)63 (10.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes11 (1.6%)48 (7.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes93 (13.2%)33 (5.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes81 (11.5%)186 (30.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes201 (28.6%)24 (3.9%)
90 or more Minutes11 (1.6%)20 (3.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in North Brookfield

The most frequent times of departure to work in North Brookfield are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (213, 30.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (160, 26.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in North Brookfield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM24 (3.4%)12 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM27 (3.8%)22 (3.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM48 (6.8%)67 (10.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM213 (30.3%)10 (1.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM206 (29.3%)65 (10.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM40 (5.7%)33 (5.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM8 (1.1%)160 (26.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM38 (5.4%)78 (12.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)43 (7.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM6 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM23 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM54 (7.7%)81 (13.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM16 (2.3%)44 (7.1%)
Total703 (100.0%)615 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in North Brookfield

Occupancy by Ownership in North Brookfield

Of the total 993 dwellings in North Brookfield, owner-occupied units account for 502 (50.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 491 (49.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in North Brookfield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units50250.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units49149.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units993100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in North Brookfield

Occupancy by Household Size in North Brookfield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household29830.0%
2-Person Household37337.6%
3-Person Household14214.3%
4+ Person Household18018.1%
Total Housing Units993100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in North Brookfield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in North Brookfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household87 (29.2%)211 (70.8%)
2-Person Household144 (38.6%)229 (61.4%)
3-Person Household120 (84.5%)22 (15.5%)
4+ Person Household151 (83.9%)29 (16.1%)
Total Housing Units502 (50.5%)491 (49.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in North Brookfield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in North Brookfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School24 (25.3%)71 (74.7%)
High School Diploma156 (38.1%)253 (61.9%)
College/Associate Degree159 (74.0%)56 (26.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher163 (59.5%)111 (40.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in North Brookfield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in North Brookfield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years10510.6%
35 to 44 Years17417.5%
45 to 54 Years22322.5%
55 to 64 Years16917.0%
65 to 74 Years12212.3%
75 to 84 Years19019.1%
85 Years and Over101.0%
Total993100.0%

Housing Finances in North Brookfield

Median Income by Occupancy in North Brookfield

Median Income by Occupancy in North Brookfield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied502 (50.5%)$90,096
Renter-Occupied491 (49.4%)$61,681
Average993 (100.0%)$73,904

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in North Brookfield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in North Brookfield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)24 (4.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)106 (21.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)20 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (2.8%)28 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9997 (1.4%)10 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999147 (29.3%)208 (42.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999144 (28.7%)92 (18.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99988 (17.5%)3 (0.6%)
$150,000 or more102 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total502 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in North Brookfield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in North Brookfield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30021 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49956 (11.2%)14 (2.9%)
$500 to $79951 (10.2%)65 (13.2%)
$800 to $9999 (1.8%)275 (56.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499159 (31.7%)97 (19.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99965 (13.0%)11 (2.2%)
$2,000 to $2,499135 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more6 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total502 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in North Brookfield

Housing Structures in North Brookfield

Housing Structures in North Brookfield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached39339.6%
Single Unit, Attached616.1%
2 Unit Apartments777.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments28328.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments939.4%
10 or more Apartments868.7%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total993100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in North Brookfield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in North Brookfield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached342 (87.0%)51 (13.0%)
Single Unit, Attached61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments39 (50.6%)38 (49.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments60 (21.2%)223 (78.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)93 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total502 (50.5%)491 (49.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in North Brookfield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in North Brookfield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)24 (4.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)184 (37.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms179 (35.7%)224 (45.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms186 (37.0%)29 (5.9%)
8 or more Rooms137 (27.3%)30 (6.1%)
Total502 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in North Brookfield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in North Brookfield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas219 (43.6%)200 (40.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas9 (1.8%)34 (6.9%)
Electricity80 (15.9%)56 (11.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene132 (26.3%)201 (40.9%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels62 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total502 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in North Brookfield

Household Vehicle Usage in North Brookfield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)24 (4.9%)
1 Vehicle225 (44.8%)342 (69.7%)
2 Vehicles169 (33.7%)117 (23.8%)
3 or more Vehicles108 (21.5%)8 (1.6%)
Total502 (100.0%)491 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in North Brookfield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in North Brookfield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units150352
Median Property Value$233,100$221,400
Median Household Income$86,167$82
Monthly Housing Costs$496$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,438$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in North Brookfield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in North Brookfield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9998 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999108 (72.0%)283 (80.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99928 (18.7%)63 (17.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more6 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)352 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in North Brookfield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in North Brookfield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)14 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99962 (41.3%)7 (2.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (27.3%)85 (24.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99927 (18.0%)103 (29.3%)
$150,000 or more20 (13.3%)61 (17.3%)
Total150 (100.0%)352 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in North Brookfield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in North Brookfield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x44 (29.3%)92,941 (26,403.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x9 (6.0%)110 (31.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x84 (56.0%)146 (41.5%)
4.0x or more13 (8.7%)42 (11.9%)
Total150 (100.0%)352 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in North Brookfield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in North Brookfield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49912 (8.0%)40 (11.4%)
$800 to $1,499129 (86.0%)3 (0.9%)
Total150 (100.0%)352 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in North Brookfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in North Brookfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in North Brookfield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years432 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years192 (95.1%)10 (5.0%)
26 to 34 Years209 (99.5%)1 (0.5%)
35 to 44 Years303 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years341 (96.6%)12 (3.4%)
55 to 64 Years425 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older217 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,414 (99.1%)23 (0.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in North Brookfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in North Brookfield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen432 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen192 (95.1%)10 (5.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in North Brookfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in North Brookfield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999919 (97.7%)22 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999618 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over614 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in North Brookfield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in North Brookfield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 662 (75.6%)30 (36.6%)
6 to 18 Years254 (58.8%)192 (44.4%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)192 (95.1%)
25 to 34 Years76 (36.2%)133 (63.3%)
35 to 44 Years88 (29.0%)215 (71.0%)
45 to 54 Years108 (30.6%)308 (87.3%)
55 to 64 Years60 (14.1%)389 (91.5%)
65 to 74 Years209 (98.1%)114 (53.5%)
75 Years and over217 (100.0%)67 (30.9%)
Total1,074 (44.1%)1,640 (67.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in North Brookfield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in North Brookfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years65 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years57 (28.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (4.9%)81 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years33 (34.4%)62 (53.0%)
75 Years and over11 (22.0%)153 (91.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in North Brookfield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in North Brookfield: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.0%)11 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years8 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (22.0%)153 (91.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in North Brookfield: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in North Brookfield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years65 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years57 (28.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)70 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years8 (8.3%)6 (5.1%)
75 Years and over10 (20.0%)10 (6.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in North Brookfield: <span>Ambulatory 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 Years6 (1.0%)14 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years25 (26.0%)56 (47.9%)
75 Years and over1 (2.0%)131 (78.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in North Brookfield: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)14 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years8 (8.3%)6 (5.1%)
75 Years and over1 (2.0%)10 (6.0%)

Technology Access in North Brookfield

Computing Device Access in North Brookfield

Computing Device Access in North Brookfield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop66366.8%
Smartphone86386.9%
Tablet46246.5%
No Computing Device666.7%
Total993100.0%

Internet Access in North Brookfield

Internet Access in North Brookfield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home67768.2%
Cellular Data Only979.8%
Satellite Internet232.3%
No Internet20820.9%
Total993100.0%

North Brookfield Summary

History

North Brookfield is a town located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was first settled in 1717 and was officially incorporated in 1812. The town was originally part of the Quaboag Plantation, which was established in 1660. The town was named after the brook that runs through it, which was named after the town of Brookfield in England.
The town was primarily an agricultural community for much of its history. The town was known for its apple orchards, which were a major source of income for the town. The town also had a thriving lumber industry, which was used to build many of the homes and buildings in the area.
The town was also home to several mills, including a paper mill, a grist mill, and a saw mill. These mills provided employment for many of the town’s residents.

Geography

North Brookfield is located in central Massachusetts, about 25 miles west of Worcester. The town is bordered by the towns of West Brookfield to the north, East Brookfield to the east, Spencer to the south, and Warren to the west.
The town is located in the Quaboag Valley, which is a low-lying area between the Quaboag and Ware Rivers. The town is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of town. The highest point in the town is the summit of Mount Zion, which is 845 feet above sea level.
The town is home to several lakes, including Lake Lashaway, Lake Quacumquasit, and Lake Wickaboag. These lakes provide recreational opportunities for the town’s residents.

Economy

The economy of North Brookfield is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several apple orchards, which produce a variety of apples for sale in the local area. The town also has a thriving lumber industry, which produces lumber for use in construction and furniture making.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a grist mill, and a saw mill. These companies provide employment for many of the town’s residents.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the town had a population of 4,680. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median household income in the town was $54,917, and the median family income was $63,750. The per capita income for the town was $25,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of North Brookfield?
Total Population of North Brookfield is 2,437.
What is the Total Male Population of North Brookfield?
Total Male Population of North Brookfield is 1,186.
What is the Total Female Population of North Brookfield?
Total Female Population of North Brookfield is 1,251.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in North Brookfield?
There are 94.80 Males per 100 Females in North Brookfield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in North Brookfield?
There are 105.48 Females per 100 Males in North Brookfield.
What is the Median Population Age in North Brookfield?
Median Population Age in North Brookfield is 44.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in North Brookfield
Average Family Size in North Brookfield is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in North Brookfield
Average Household Size in North Brookfield is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in North Brookfield?
Per Capita income in North Brookfield is $35,392.
What is the Median Family Income in North Brookfield?
Median Family Income in North Brookfield is $80,758.
What is the Median Household income in North Brookfield?
Median Household Income in North Brookfield is $73,904.
What is Income or Wage Gap in North Brookfield?
Income or Wage Gap in North Brookfield is 46.9%.
Women in North Brookfield earn 53.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in North Brookfield?
Inequality or Gini Index in North Brookfield is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in North Brookfield?
There are 1,405 People in the Labor Forcein in North Brookfield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in North Brookfield?
68.7% of People are in the Labor Force in North Brookfield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in North Brookfield?
Unemployment Rate in North Brookfield is 2.0%.