Brewer, ME Map & Demographics
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$33,595
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,028
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,870
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
3.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
96.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,633
TOTAL POPULATION
4,410
MALE POPULATION
5,223
FEMALE POPULATION
84.43
MALES / 100 FEMALES
118.44
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
4,850
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
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Brewer Area Codes
Income in Brewer
Income Overview in Brewer
Per Capita Income in Brewer is $33,595, while median incomes of families and households are $79,028 and $55,870 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 9,633 | $33,595 |
| Median Family Income | 2,141 | $79,028 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,141 | $97,595 |
| Median Household Income | 4,156 | $55,870 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,156 | $75,187 |
| Income Deficit | 2,141 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 9,633 | 3.79% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 9,633 | 96.21¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 9,633 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Brewer
Average Earnings in Brewer are $34,526, $33,882 for men and $35,218 for women, a difference of 3.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,578 (49.5%) | $33,882 |
| Female | 2,633 (50.5%) | $35,218 |
| Total | 5,211 (100.0%) | $34,526 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brewer
The most common earnings brackets in Brewer are $100,000+ for men (361 | 14.0%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (218 | 8.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 151 (5.9%) | 114 (4.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 76 (2.9%) | 66 (2.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 104 (4.0%) | 218 (8.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 43 (1.7%) | 67 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 106 (4.1%) | 8 (0.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 40 (1.5%) | 59 (2.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 75 (2.9%) | 77 (2.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 117 (4.5%) | 142 (5.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 30 (1.2%) | 64 (2.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 145 (5.6%) | 145 (5.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 294 (11.4%) | 175 (6.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 163 (6.3%) | 165 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 121 (4.7%) | 213 (8.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 97 (3.8%) | 204 (7.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 113 (4.4%) | 121 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 137 (5.3%) | 192 (7.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 183 (7.1%) | 172 (6.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 35 (1.4%) | 120 (4.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 187 (7.2%) | 166 (6.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 361 (14.0%) | 145 (5.5%) |
| Total | 2,578 (100.0%) | 2,633 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brewer
Average earnings in Brewer are $35,098 for men and $37,282 for women, a difference of 5.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $47,875, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $28,522. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,225, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,120.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $28,522 | $24,120 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $42,450 | $36,070 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,875 | $51,250 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $35,098 | $37,282 |
Family Income in Brewer
Family Income Brackets in Brewer
According to the Brewer family income data, there are 437 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.4% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 135 | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 128 | 6.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 103 | 4.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 227 | 10.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 437 | 20.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 319 | 14.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 362 | 16.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 259 | 12.1% |
| $200,000+ | 169 | 7.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brewer
3-person families (351 | 16.4%) account for the highest median family income in Brewer with $130,893 per family, while 3-person families (351 | 16.4%) have the highest median income of $43,631 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,103 (51.5%) | $72,426 |
| 3-Person Families | 351 (16.4%) | $130,893 |
| 4-Person Families | 484 (22.6%) | $61,948 |
| 5-Person Families | 177 (8.3%) | $90,368 |
| 6-Person Families | 17 (0.8%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 9 (0.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,141 (100.0%) | $79,028 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Brewer
The median family income in Brewer is $79,028, with families comprising 3+ earners (249) having the highest median family income of $154,183, while families with 1 earner (594) have the lowest median family income of $43,889, accounting for 11.6% and 27.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 322 (15.0%) | $62,143 |
| 1 Earner | 594 (27.7%) | $43,889 |
| 2 Earners | 976 (45.6%) | $98,507 |
| 3+ Earners | 249 (11.6%) | $154,183 |
| Total | 2,141 (100.0%) | $79,028 |
Household Income in Brewer
Household Income Brackets in Brewer
With 644 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Brewer, accounting for 15.5% of all households. In contrast, only 158 households (3.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 158 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 291 | 7.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 482 | 11.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 436 | 10.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 623 | 15.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 644 | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 520 | 12.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 515 | 12.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 303 | 7.3% |
| $200,000+ | 187 | 4.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Brewer
The median household income in Brewer is $55,870, with the highest median household income of $65,230 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,445 households (34.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,538, with 1,080 households (26.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 95 (2.3%) | $46,369 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,445 (34.8%) | $65,230 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,536 (37.0%) | $56,111 |
| 65+ Years | 1,080 (26.0%) | $40,538 |
| Total | 4,156 (100.0%) | $55,870 |
Poverty in Brewer
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brewer
With 14.1% poverty level for males and 17.2% for females among the residents of Brewer, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 55 males (48.7%) and 3 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 114 (42.1%) | 44 (19.5%) |
| 5 Years | 55 (48.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 11 (4.2%) | 42 (13.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 27 (22.0%) | 56 (34.4%) |
| 15 Years | 13 (18.8%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 18 (29.0%) | 42 (18.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 62 (21.2%) | 159 (46.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 118 (14.5%) | 87 (12.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 29 (4.9%) | 29 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 40 (6.8%) | 188 (27.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 66 (13.0%) | 62 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (4.7%) | 80 (13.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (12.4%) | 78 (17.8%) |
| Total | 605 (14.1%) | 870 (17.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brewer
According to the poverty statistics in Brewer, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.8% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 157 (57.9%) | 182 (80.5%) |
| 5 Years | 58 (51.3%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 252 (95.8%) | 279 (86.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 96 (78.0%) | 107 (65.6%) |
| 15 Years | 56 (81.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 44 (71.0%) | 184 (81.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 231 (78.8%) | 183 (53.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 696 (85.5%) | 639 (88.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 567 (95.1%) | 537 (94.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 548 (93.2%) | 500 (72.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 442 (87.0%) | 622 (90.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 282 (95.3%) | 535 (87.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 269 (87.6%) | 361 (82.2%) |
| Total | 3,698 (85.9%) | 4,181 (82.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brewer
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Brewer show that 3.4% or 51 of the total 1,524 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.1%, comprising of 44 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 921 (99.3%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 439 (90.9%) | 44 (9.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 113 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,473 (96.7%) | 51 (3.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brewer
According to the poverty data in Brewer, 10.9% or 23 single-father households and 31.8% or 129 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (41.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 75 households (85.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (6.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4 (3.7%) | 47 (23.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 19 (41.3%) | 75 (85.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23 (10.9%) | 129 (31.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brewer
The poverty data for Brewer shows that 51 of the married-couple family households (3.4%) and 152 of the single-parent households (24.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (9.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 94 household (70.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 7 (0.7%) | 7 (4.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 44 (9.1%) | 51 (16.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (70.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 51 (3.4%) | 152 (24.6%) |
Race in Brewer
The most populous races in Brewer are White / Caucasian (9,108 | 94.6%), Two or more Races (328 | 3.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (143 | 1.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 52 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 143 | 1.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 9,108 | 94.6% |
| Two or more Races | 328 | 3.4% |
| Some other Race | 143 | 1.5% |
| Total | 9,633 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Brewer
The most populous ancestries reported in Brewer are English (2,165 | 22.5%), Irish (1,587 | 16.5%), French (1,141 | 11.8%), American (779 | 8.1%), and Italian (734 | 7.6%), together accounting for 66.5% of all Brewer residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 2 | 0.0% |
| American | 779 | 8.1% |
| Arab | 15 | 0.2% |
| Austrian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 28 | 0.3% |
| British | 80 | 0.8% |
| Cajun | 18 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 25 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 11 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Cree | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 33 | 0.3% |
| Eastern European | 14 | 0.2% |
| Egyptian | 15 | 0.2% |
| English | 2,165 | 22.5% |
| European | 49 | 0.5% |
| French | 1,141 | 11.8% |
| French American Indian | 8 | 0.1% |
| French Canadian | 501 | 5.2% |
| German | 679 | 7.0% |
| Greek | 11 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 25 | 0.3% |
| Indian (Asian) | 26 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 1,587 | 16.5% |
| Iroquois | 3 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 734 | 7.6% |
| Jamaican | 41 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 25 | 0.3% |
| Nigerian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 287 | 3.0% |
| Portuguese | 50 | 0.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 92 | 1.0% |
| Russian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Salvadoran | 11 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 57 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 251 | 2.6% |
| Scottish | 587 | 6.1% |
| Slovak | 69 | 0.7% |
| South American | 6 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 6 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 6 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 374 | 3.9% |
| Swiss | 6 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 2 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 115 | 1.2% | View All 48 Rows |
Immigrants in Brewer
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Brewer came from Europe (92 | 1.0%), Northern Europe (52 | 0.5%), Canada (40 | 0.4%), England (35 | 0.4%), and Africa (21 | 0.2%), together accounting for 2.5% of all Brewer residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 21 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 40 | 0.4% |
| Colombia | 6 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakia | 17 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 17 | 0.2% |
| Egypt | 15 | 0.2% |
| England | 35 | 0.4% |
| Europe | 92 | 1.0% |
| France | 11 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 6 | 0.1% |
| Greece | 6 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 6 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 4 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 15 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 52 | 0.5% |
| Scotland | 17 | 0.2% |
| South America | 6 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 6 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 6 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 17 | 0.2% | View All 20 Rows |
Sex and Age in Brewer
Sex and Age in Brewer
The most populous age groups in Brewer are 25 to 29 Years (517 | 11.7%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (420 | 8.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 277 (6.3%) | 226 (4.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 349 (7.9%) | 233 (4.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 174 (4.0%) | 365 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 190 (4.3%) | 338 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 236 (5.3%) | 234 (4.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 517 (11.7%) | 378 (7.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 297 (6.7%) | 354 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 406 (9.2%) | 372 (7.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 190 (4.3%) | 194 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 259 (5.9%) | 349 (6.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 329 (7.5%) | 339 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 328 (7.4%) | 418 (8.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 194 (4.4%) | 273 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 195 (4.4%) | 420 (8.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 125 (2.8%) | 235 (4.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 195 (4.4%) | 250 (4.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 51 (1.2%) | 66 (1.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 98 (2.2%) | 179 (3.4%) |
| Total | 4,410 (100.0%) | 5,223 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Brewer
Median Family Size in Brewer
The median family size in Brewer is 3.03 persons per family, with single male/father families (211 | 9.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.34 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (406 | 19.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,524 (71.2%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 211 (9.9%) | 3.34 |
| Single Female/Mother | 406 (19.0%) | 2.97 |
| Total Families | 2,141 (100.0%) | 3.03 |
Median Household Size in Brewer
The median household size in Brewer is 2.26 persons per household, with single male/father households (211 | 5.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.99 persons per household. non-family households (2,015 | 48.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,524 (36.7%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 211 (5.1%) | 3.99 |
| Single Female/Mother | 406 (9.8%) | 3.38 |
| Non-family | 2,015 (48.5%) | 1.28 |
| Total Households | 4,156 (100.0%) | 2.26 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Brewer
Out of a total of 4,156 households in Brewer, 2,141 (51.5%) are family households, while 2,015 (48.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,022, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,582.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,582 (38.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,022 (24.6%) | 322 (7.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 335 (8.1%) | 86 (2.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 440 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 299 (7.2%) | 25 (0.6%) |
| 6-Person Households | 36 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 9 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,141 (51.5%) | 2,015 (48.5%) |
Female Fertility in Brewer
Fertility by Age in Brewer
Average fertility rate in Brewer is 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 148.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 73.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 143 (73.0%) | 148.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 53 (27.0%) | 52.0 |
| Total | 196 (100.0%) | 85.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brewer
27.6% of women with births (196) in Brewer are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 62.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 54 (37.8%) | 89 (62.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| Total | 54 (27.6%) | 142 (72.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Brewer
Average fertility rate in Brewer is 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 164.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 48.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 9 (4.6%) | 27.0 |
| High School Diploma | 13 (6.6%) | 35.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 94 (48.0%) | 93.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30 (15.3%) | 101.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 50 (25.5%) | 164.0 |
| Total | 196 (100.0%) | 85.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brewer
72.5% of women with births in Brewer are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (76.9%) | 3 (23.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 14 (14.9%) | 80 (85.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| Total | 54 (27.6%) | 142 (72.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Brewer
Employment by Class of Employer in Brewer
Among the 4,665 employed individuals in Brewer, private company employees (2,822 | 60.5%), not-for-profit organizations (590 | 12.7%), and local government employees (457 | 9.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,822 | 60.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 362 | 7.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 267 | 5.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 590 | 12.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 457 | 9.8% |
| State Government Employees | 117 | 2.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 50 | 1.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,665 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Brewer
According to the labor force statistics for Brewer, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,937), 61.1% or 4,850 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 131 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.7% or 558 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.0% or 47 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 228 (50.0%) | 22 (9.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 362 (77.0%) | 47 (13.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 748 (83.6%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 558 (85.7%) | 15 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 971 (83.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 880 (69.0%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 457 (61.3%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 338 (72.4%) | 18 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 216 (22.2%) | 8 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 89 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,850 (61.1%) | 131 (2.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brewer
According to labor force statistics for Brewer, 76.1% of individuals (3,955) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,197) are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 55 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 80.3% or 1,176 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.6% or 14 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 103 (47.0%) | 30 (13.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,058 (76.4%) | 47 (3.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,615 (75.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,176 (80.3%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| Total | 3,955 (76.1%) | 73 (1.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Brewer
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brewer are Community & Social Service (556 | 11.8%), Management (487 | 10.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (474 | 10.1%), Education Instruction & Library (362 | 7.7%), and Health Technologists (293 | 6.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brewer, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (87.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (96.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 270 (55.4%) | 217 (44.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 68 (41.2%) | 97 (58.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 83 (52.9%) | 74 (47.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 57 (43.5%) | 74 (56.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 122 (21.9%) | 434 (78.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 13 (3.6%) | 349 (96.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 109 (87.9%) | 15 (12.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 120 (25.3%) | 354 (74.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 109 (37.2%) | 184 (62.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 663 (36.0%) | 1,176 (63.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,316 (49.3%) | 2,384 (50.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Brewer are Food Preparation & Serving (340 | 7.2%), Healthcare Support (325 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (270 | 5.7%), Personal Care & Service (148 | 3.2%), and Security & Protection (137 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Brewer, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (96.3%), Personal Care & Service (78.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 12 (3.7%) | 313 (96.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 137 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 113 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 159 (46.8%) | 181 (53.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 159 (58.9%) | 111 (41.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 32 (21.6%) | 116 (78.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 499 (40.9%) | 721 (59.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,316 (49.3%) | 2,384 (50.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Brewer are Sales & Related (631 | 13.4%), and Office & Administration (279 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 359 (56.9%) | 272 (43.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 126 (45.2%) | 153 (54.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 485 (53.3%) | 425 (46.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,316 (49.3%) | 2,384 (50.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Brewer are Construction & Extraction (196 | 4.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (142 | 3.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (26 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 194 (99.0%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 142 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 362 (99.5%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,316 (49.3%) | 2,384 (50.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Brewer are Production (221 | 4.7%), Material Moving (93 | 2.0%), and Transportation (53 | 1.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 170 (76.9%) | 51 (23.1%) |
| Transportation | 53 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 84 (90.3%) | 9 (9.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 307 (83.7%) | 60 (16.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,316 (49.3%) | 2,384 (50.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Brewer
Employment Industries in Brewer
The major employment industries in Brewer include Health Care & Social Assistance (964 | 20.5%), Retail Trade (785 | 16.7%), Educational Services (541 | 11.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (385 | 8.2%), and Construction (307 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Brewer
The Brewer industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Manufacturing (98.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (77.0%), Educational Services (75.0%), and Finance & Insurance (74.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 34 (69.4%) | 15 (30.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 298 (97.1%) | 9 (2.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 276 (98.2%) | 5 (1.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 26 (55.3%) | 21 (44.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 531 (67.6%) | 254 (32.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 73 (93.6%) | 5 (6.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 66 (25.2%) | 196 (74.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 114 (44.7%) | 141 (55.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 77 (46.7%) | 88 (53.3%) |
| Educational Services | 135 (24.9%) | 406 (75.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 222 (23.0%) | 742 (77.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 29 (69.1%) | 13 (30.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 168 (43.6%) | 217 (56.4%) |
| Public Administration | 150 (69.4%) | 66 (30.6%) |
| Total | 2,316 (49.3%) | 2,384 (50.7%) |
Education in Brewer
School Enrollment in Brewer
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,052 students in Brewer are college / undergraduate (485 | 23.6%), elementary school (447 | 21.8%), and middle school (410 | 20.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 102 | 5.0% |
| Kindergarten | 131 | 6.4% |
| Elementary School | 447 | 21.8% |
| Middle School | 410 | 20.0% |
| High School | 369 | 18.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 485 | 23.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 108 | 5.3% |
| Total | 2,052 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brewer
Out of a total of 2,052 students who are enrolled in schools in Brewer, 316 (15.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,736 (84.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 66 (43.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 66 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 45 (91.8%) | 4 (8.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 489 (87.9%) | 67 (12.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 505 (93.7%) | 34 (6.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 253 (83.0%) | 52 (17.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 87 (56.9%) | 66 (43.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 137 (61.4%) | 86 (38.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 155 (96.3%) | 6 (3.7%) |
| Total | 1,736 (84.6%) | 316 (15.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brewer
Science & technology (489 | 20.6%), education (469 | 19.8%), business (283 | 11.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (239 | 10.1%), and social sciences (189 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,373 individuals in Brewer who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 14 | 0.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 239 | 10.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 6 | 0.3% |
| Psychology | 104 | 4.4% |
| Social Sciences | 189 | 8.0% |
| Engineering | 55 | 2.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 6 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 489 | 20.6% |
| Business | 283 | 11.9% |
| Education | 469 | 19.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 30 | 1.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 185 | 7.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 38 | 1.6% |
| Communications | 110 | 4.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 156 | 6.6% |
| Total | 2,373 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Brewer
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brewer
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Brewer are males with 2 vehicles (1,145, accounting for 49.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,023, making up 48.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 67 (2.9%) | 26 (1.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 421 (18.2%) | 587 (25.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,145 (49.6%) | 1,023 (43.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 385 (16.7%) | 386 (16.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 209 (9.0%) | 240 (10.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 83 (3.6%) | 87 (3.7%) |
| Total | 2,310 (100.0%) | 2,349 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Brewer
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Brewer are 10 to 14 minutes (1,361 commuters, 31.4%), 5 to 9 minutes (908 commuters, 21.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (881 commuters, 20.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 127 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 908 | 21.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,361 | 31.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 881 | 20.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 290 | 6.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 179 | 4.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 119 | 2.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 59 | 1.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 61 | 1.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 230 | 5.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 52 | 1.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 66 | 1.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Brewer
The most common commute times in Brewer are 15 to 19 minutes (578 commuters, 26.2%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (784 commuters, 36.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 102 (4.6%) | 25 (1.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 462 (20.9%) | 446 (21.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 577 (26.2%) | 784 (36.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 578 (26.2%) | 303 (14.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 116 (5.3%) | 174 (8.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 51 (2.3%) | 128 (6.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 62 (2.8%) | 57 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 36 (1.6%) | 23 (1.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 58 (2.6%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 79 (3.6%) | 151 (7.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 19 (0.9%) | 33 (1.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 66 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brewer
The most frequent times of departure to work in Brewer are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (360, 16.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (442, 20.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 225 (10.2%) | 49 (2.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 25 (1.1%) | 37 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 98 (4.4%) | 206 (9.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 234 (10.6%) | 138 (6.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 231 (10.5%) | 203 (9.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 310 (14.1%) | 339 (15.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 226 (10.2%) | 442 (20.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 360 (16.3%) | 68 (3.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 6 (0.3%) | 133 (6.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 153 (6.9%) | 63 (3.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 34 (1.5%) | 36 (1.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 69 (3.1%) | 21 (1.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 79 (3.6%) | 75 (3.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 156 (7.1%) | 317 (14.9%) |
| Total | 2,206 (100.0%) | 2,127 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Brewer
Occupancy by Ownership in Brewer
Of the total 4,156 dwellings in Brewer, owner-occupied units account for 2,397 (57.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,759 (42.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,397 | 57.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,759 | 42.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,156 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Brewer
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,582 | 38.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,344 | 32.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 421 | 10.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 809 | 19.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,156 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brewer
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 583 (36.8%) | 999 (63.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 866 (64.4%) | 478 (35.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 254 (60.3%) | 167 (39.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 694 (85.8%) | 115 (14.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,397 (57.7%) | 1,759 (42.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brewer
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 64 (33.0%) | 130 (67.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 615 (55.8%) | 488 (44.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 777 (49.7%) | 787 (50.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 941 (72.7%) | 354 (27.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brewer
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 854 | 20.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 686 | 16.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 769 | 18.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 767 | 18.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 538 | 13.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 371 | 8.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 171 | 4.1% |
| Total | 4,156 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Brewer
Median Income by Occupancy in Brewer
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,397 (57.7%) | $77,824 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,759 (42.3%) | $32,782 |
| Average | 4,156 (100.0%) | $55,870 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brewer
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 62 (2.6%) | 29 (1.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 29 (1.2%) | 37 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 64 (2.7%) | 225 (12.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 50 (2.1%) | 201 (11.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 43 (1.8%) | 189 (10.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 210 (8.8%) | 226 (12.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 231 (9.6%) | 393 (22.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 483 (20.2%) | 161 (9.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 283 (11.8%) | 235 (13.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 467 (19.5%) | 48 (2.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 475 (19.8%) | 15 (0.9%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 1,759 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brewer
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 37 (1.5%) | 116 (6.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 181 (7.5%) | 236 (13.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 370 (15.4%) | 109 (6.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 318 (13.3%) | 513 (29.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 504 (21.0%) | 761 (43.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 489 (20.4%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 302 (12.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 70 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 126 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 1,759 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Brewer
Housing Structures in Brewer
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,261 | 54.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 42 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 401 | 9.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 718 | 17.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 143 | 3.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 464 | 11.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 127 | 3.1% |
| Total | 4,156 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brewer
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,130 (94.2%) | 131 (5.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 35 (83.3%) | 7 (16.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 118 (29.4%) | 283 (70.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 15 (2.1%) | 703 (97.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 143 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 464 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 99 (77.9%) | 28 (22.1%) |
| Total | 2,397 (57.7%) | 1,759 (42.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brewer
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 3 (0.1%) | 30 (1.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 24 (1.0%) | 630 (35.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 803 (33.5%) | 831 (47.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 824 (34.4%) | 225 (12.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 743 (31.0%) | 43 (2.4%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 1,759 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brewer
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 707 (29.5%) | 588 (33.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 153 (6.4%) | 259 (14.7%) |
| Electricity | 77 (3.2%) | 469 (26.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 1,316 (54.9%) | 439 (25.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 144 (6.0%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 1,759 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Brewer
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 35 (1.5%) | 427 (24.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 643 (26.8%) | 903 (51.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,170 (48.8%) | 331 (18.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 549 (22.9%) | 98 (5.6%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 1,759 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Brewer
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Brewer
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 788 | 1,609 |
| Median Property Value | $196,400 | $199,200 |
| Median Household Income | $63,929 | $384 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $705 | $126 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,586 | $6 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brewer
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 82 (10.4%) | 30 (1.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 33 (4.2%) | 62 (3.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 497 (63.1%) | 1,125 (69.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 147 (18.6%) | 335 (20.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 14 (1.8%) | 26 (1.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 15 (1.9%) | 26 (1.6%) |
| Total | 788 (100.0%) | 1,609 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brewer
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 43 (5.5%) | 29 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 96 (12.2%) | 48 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 143 (18.1%) | 61 (3.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 31 (3.9%) | 67 (4.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 169 (21.4%) | 200 (12.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 97 (12.3%) | 314 (19.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 118 (15.0%) | 186 (11.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 91 (11.6%) | 349 (21.7%) |
| Total | 788 (100.0%) | 1,609 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brewer
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 290 (36.8%) | 88,826 (5,520.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 124 (15.7%) | 631 (39.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 71 (9.0%) | 353 (21.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 303 (38.5%) | 200 (12.4%) |
| Total | 788 (100.0%) | 1,609 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brewer
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 29 (3.7%) | 44 (2.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 5 (0.6%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 678 (86.0%) | 157 (9.8%) |
| Total | 788 (100.0%) | 1,609 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Brewer
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brewer
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 653 (97.8%) | 15 (2.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,365 (99.4%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 603 (91.8%) | 54 (8.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,214 (84.1%) | 229 (15.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,017 (87.5%) | 145 (12.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,091 (85.5%) | 185 (14.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,082 (90.8%) | 110 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 907 (99.6%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 746 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,678 (92.0%) | 750 (8.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brewer
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 653 (97.8%) | 15 (2.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,365 (99.4%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 603 (91.8%) | 54 (8.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brewer
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,204 (93.5%) | 84 (6.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,535 (75.8%) | 489 (24.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,585 (93.5%) | 110 (6.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,309 (98.4%) | 21 (1.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,004 (98.5%) | 46 (1.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brewer
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 359 (53.7%) | 327 (48.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 497 (36.2%) | 915 (66.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 294 (44.8%) | 376 (57.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 419 (29.0%) | 795 (55.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 169 (14.5%) | 883 (76.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 314 (24.6%) | 904 (70.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 335 (28.1%) | 866 (72.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 835 (91.7%) | 625 (68.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 746 (100.0%) | 491 (65.8%) |
| Total | 3,968 (42.1%) | 6,182 (65.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brewer
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 38 (5.8%) | 138 (16.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 237 (21.7%) | 99 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 389 (23.0%) | 337 (17.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 48 (16.2%) | 123 (20.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 116 (37.8%) | 225 (51.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Brewer
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 70 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 70 (4.1%) | 80 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (2.7%) | 30 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 53 (17.3%) | 89 (20.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.8%) | 31 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.3%) | 13 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 31 (1.8%) | 34 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (6.8%) | 6 (1.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (7.2%) | 52 (11.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 33 (5.1%) | 138 (16.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 142 (13.0%) | 86 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 256 (15.1%) | 253 (13.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (6.8%) | 82 (13.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (20.2%) | 40 (9.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 146 (8.6%) | 154 (8.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (2.7%) | 79 (12.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (22.8%) | 155 (35.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 36 (3.3%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 42 (2.5%) | 81 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (3.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (4.2%) | 33 (7.5%) |
Technology Access in Brewer
Computing Device Access in Brewer
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,137 | 75.5% |
| Smartphone | 3,518 | 84.7% |
| Tablet | 2,535 | 61.0% |
| No Computing Device | 359 | 8.6% |
| Total | 4,156 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Brewer
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 14 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 3,308 | 79.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 284 | 6.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 177 | 4.3% |
| No Internet | 442 | 10.6% |
| Total | 4,156 | 100.0% |
Brewer Summary
Brewer, Maine is a city located in Penobscot County, Maine, United States. It is situated on the Penobscot River, just across from Bangor, and is part of the Bangor metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 9,482.
History
Brewer was first settled in 1760 by William Brewer, a Revolutionary War veteran. The town was incorporated in 1790 and named after him. Brewer was originally part of the town of Orrington, but was set off and incorporated as a separate town in 1790. In 1812, Brewer was incorporated as a city.
Brewer was an important port in the 19th century, and was home to several shipbuilding yards. The city was also a major center for the lumber industry, and was home to several sawmills and gristmills.
Geography
Brewer is located at 44°49'N 68°47'W (44.817, -68.783). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.2 square miles (29.0 km2), of which 10.9 square miles (28.2 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) is water.
Economy
Brewer is home to several large employers, including Eastern Maine Medical Center, Bangor Savings Bank, and the University of Maine. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 9,482 people, 4,072 households, and 2,521 families residing in the city. The population density was 871.2 people per square mile (336.7/km2). There were 4,407 housing units at an average density of 403.3 per square mile (155.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
There were 4,072 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.90.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. Males had a median income of $35,945 versus $25,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Brewer?
Per Capita income in Brewer is $33,595.
What is the Median Family Income in Brewer?
Median Family Income in Brewer is $79,028.
What is the Median Household income in Brewer?
Median Household Income in Brewer is $55,870.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Brewer?
Income or Wage Gap in Brewer is 3.8%.
Women in Brewer earn 96.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Brewer?
Inequality or Gini Index in Brewer is 0.47.
What is the Total Population of Brewer?
Total Population of Brewer is 9,633.
What is the Total Male Population of Brewer?
Total Male Population of Brewer is 4,410.
What is the Total Female Population of Brewer?
Total Female Population of Brewer is 5,223.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Brewer?
There are 84.43 Males per 100 Females in Brewer.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Brewer?
There are 118.44 Females per 100 Males in Brewer.
What is the Median Population Age in Brewer?
Median Population Age in Brewer is 39.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Brewer
Average Family Size in Brewer is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Brewer
Average Household Size in Brewer is 2.3 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Brewer?
There are 4,850 People in the Labor Forcein in Brewer.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Brewer?
61.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Brewer.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Brewer?
Unemployment Rate in Brewer is 2.7%.