Brocton, NY

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Brocton Overview

1,573
TOTAL POPULATION
766
MALE POPULATION
807
FEMALE POPULATION
94.92
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.35
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,249
PER CAPITA INCOME
$50,455
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,763
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
95.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
597
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Brocton Zip Codes

Brocton Area Codes

Race in Brocton

The most populous races in Brocton are White / Caucasian (1,215 | 77.2%), Hispanic or Latino (256 | 16.3%), and Two or more Races (175 | 11.1%).
Race in Brocton
Race# Population% Population
Asian80.5%
Black / African American40.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino25616.3%
Native / Alaskan442.8%
White / Caucasian1,21577.2%
Two or more Races17511.1%
Some other Race1278.1%
Total1,573100.0%

Ancestry in Brocton

The most populous ancestries reported in Brocton are German (285 | 18.1%), Italian (260 | 16.5%), Puerto Rican (252 | 16.0%), Polish (131 | 8.3%), and Irish (128 | 8.1%), together accounting for 67.1% of all Brocton residents.
Ancestry in Brocton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American704.4%
Australian30.2%
British20.1%
Burmese80.5%
Cherokee50.3%
Danish211.3%
Dutch301.9%
English1016.4%
European211.3%
French573.6%
French Canadian50.3%
German28518.1%
Greek30.2%
Hungarian30.2%
Indian (Asian)10.1%
Irish1288.1%
Iroquois543.4%
Italian26016.5%
Mexican40.3%
Pakistani60.4%
Polish1318.3%
Puerto Rican25216.0%
Russian40.3%
Scandinavian30.2%
Scotch-Irish201.3%
Scottish191.2%
Swedish1157.3%
Welsh80.5%
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Immigrants in Brocton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Brocton came from Asia (8 | 0.5%), Eastern Asia (8 | 0.5%), Korea (8 | 0.5%), England (2 | 0.1%), and Europe (2 | 0.1%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Brocton residents.
Immigrants in Brocton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia80.5%
Eastern Asia80.5%
England20.1%
Europe20.1%
Korea80.5%
Northern Europe20.1%
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Sex and Age in Brocton

Sex and Age in Brocton

The most populous age groups in Brocton are Under 5 Years (92 | 12.0%) for men and Under 5 Years (81 | 10.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Brocton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years92 (12.0%)81 (10.0%)
5 to 9 Years73 (9.5%)77 (9.5%)
10 to 14 Years18 (2.4%)61 (7.6%)
15 to 19 Years44 (5.7%)43 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Years63 (8.2%)21 (2.6%)
25 to 29 Years25 (3.3%)43 (5.3%)
30 to 34 Years58 (7.6%)47 (5.8%)
35 to 39 Years76 (9.9%)65 (8.1%)
40 to 44 Years21 (2.7%)27 (3.4%)
45 to 49 Years40 (5.2%)60 (7.4%)
50 to 54 Years43 (5.6%)22 (2.7%)
55 to 59 Years47 (6.1%)61 (7.6%)
60 to 64 Years22 (2.9%)36 (4.5%)
65 to 69 Years61 (8.0%)51 (6.3%)
70 to 74 Years33 (4.3%)39 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years9 (1.2%)29 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years21 (2.7%)22 (2.7%)
85 Years and over20 (2.6%)22 (2.7%)
Total766 (100.0%)807 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Brocton

Median Family Size in Brocton

The median family size in Brocton is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (129 | 34.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.35 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (30 | 7.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Brocton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple221 (58.2%)3.19
Single Male/Father30 (7.9%)2.50
Single Female/Mother129 (34.0%)3.35
Total Families380 (100.0%)3.19

Median Household Size in Brocton

The median household size in Brocton is 2.65 persons per household, with single female/mother households (129 | 21.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.9 persons per household. non-family households (214 | 36.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Brocton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple221 (37.2%)3.22
Single Male/Father30 (5.1%)3.33
Single Female/Mother129 (21.7%)3.90
Non-family214 (36.0%)1.21
Total Households594 (100.0%)2.65

Household Size by Marriage Status in Brocton

Out of a total of 594 households in Brocton, 380 (64.0%) are family households, while 214 (36.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 132, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 175.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Brocton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-175 (29.5%)
2-Person Households113 (19.0%)39 (6.6%)
3-Person Households132 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households74 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households22 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households17 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households22 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (64.0%)214 (36.0%)

Female Fertility in Brocton

Fertility by Age in Brocton

Average fertility rate in Brocton is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Brocton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)108.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brocton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brocton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Brocton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Brocton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School10 (83.3%)294.0
High School Diploma2 (16.7%)18.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brocton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brocton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Brocton

Income Overview in Brocton

Per Capita Income in Brocton is $22,249, while median incomes of families and households are $50,455 and $47,763 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,573$22,249
Median Family Income380$50,455
Mean Family Income380$61,609
Median Household Income594$47,763
Mean Household Income594$57,153
Income Deficit380$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,5734.13%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,57395.87¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5730.40

Earnings by Sex in Brocton

Average Earnings in Brocton are $33,900, $33,553 for men and $35,000 for women, a difference of 4.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Brocton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male340 (53.1%)$33,553
Female300 (46.9%)$35,000
Total640 (100.0%)$33,900

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brocton

The most common earnings brackets in Brocton are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (48 | 14.1%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (36 | 12.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brocton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less27 (7.9%)5 (1.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99948 (14.1%)23 (7.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49914 (4.1%)5 (1.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)24 (8.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99916 (4.7%)6 (2.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)20 (6.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99928 (8.2%)15 (5.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9992 (0.6%)18 (6.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99914 (4.1%)21 (7.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99932 (9.4%)8 (2.7%)
$35,000 to $39,99939 (11.5%)27 (9.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99911 (3.2%)36 (12.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99938 (11.2%)29 (9.7%)
$50,000 to $54,99914 (4.1%)14 (4.7%)
$55,000 to $64,9998 (2.4%)17 (5.7%)
$65,000 to $74,9992 (0.6%)15 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (7.9%)12 (4.0%)
$100,000+20 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total340 (100.0%)300 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brocton

Average earnings in Brocton are $36,786 for men and $36,172 for women, a difference of 1.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,781, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $27,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,842, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $25,000.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brocton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,167$0
High School Diploma$27,000$35,893
College or Associate's Degree$37,045$25,000
Bachelor's Degree$80,781$36,250
Graduate Degree$50,417$41,842
Total$36,786$36,172

Family Income in Brocton

Family Income Brackets in Brocton

According to the Brocton family income data, there are 91 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Brocton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000256.6%
$10,000 to $14,999369.5%
$15,000 to $24,999164.2%
$25,000 to $34,999205.3%
$35,000 to $49,9999123.9%
$50,000 to $74,9996717.6%
$75,000 to $99,9995915.5%
$100,000 to $149,9994511.8%
$150,000 to $199,999215.5%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brocton

4-person families (55 | 14.5%) account for the highest median family income in Brocton with $112,083 per family, while 4-person families (55 | 14.5%) have the highest median income of $28,021 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brocton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families147 (38.7%)$55,052
3-Person Families133 (35.0%)$41,645
4-Person Families55 (14.5%)$112,083
5-Person Families21 (5.5%)$65,781
6-Person Families2 (0.5%)$0
7+ Person Families22 (5.8%)$0
Total380 (100.0%)$50,455

Family Income by Number of Earners in Brocton

The median family income in Brocton is $50,455, with families comprising 3+ earners (44) having the highest median family income of $100,000, while families with no earners (126) have the lowest median family income of $17,500, accounting for 11.6% and 33.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Brocton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners126 (33.2%)$17,500
1 Earner132 (34.7%)$47,283
2 Earners78 (20.5%)$71,250
3+ Earners44 (11.6%)$100,000
Total380 (100.0%)$50,455

Household Income in Brocton

Household Income Brackets in Brocton

With 105 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Brocton, accounting for 17.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Brocton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000366.1%
$10,000 to $14,9996210.4%
$15,000 to $24,9997212.1%
$25,000 to $34,999406.7%
$35,000 to $49,99910417.5%
$50,000 to $74,99910517.7%
$75,000 to $99,9998414.1%
$100,000 to $149,9996210.4%
$150,000 to $199,999294.9%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Brocton

The median household income in Brocton is $47,763, with the highest median household income of $56,613 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 176 households (29.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 24 households (4.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Brocton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years24 (4.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years193 (32.5%)$46,458
45 to 64 Years176 (29.6%)$56,613
65+ Years201 (33.8%)$40,625
Total594 (100.0%)$47,763

Poverty in Brocton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brocton

With 29.4% poverty level for males and 22.4% for females among the residents of Brocton, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 87 males (94.6%) and 34 females (72.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brocton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years87 (94.6%)32 (42.7%)
5 Years19 (76.0%)12 (66.7%)
6 to 11 Years29 (56.9%)12 (14.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years19 (25.7%)34 (72.3%)
25 to 34 Years13 (15.7%)24 (26.7%)
35 to 44 Years27 (27.8%)5 (5.4%)
45 to 54 Years10 (12.0%)15 (18.3%)
55 to 64 Years5 (7.2%)11 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years9 (9.6%)6 (6.7%)
75 Years and over4 (8.0%)27 (37.0%)
Total222 (29.4%)178 (22.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brocton

According to the poverty statistics in Brocton, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 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 Brocton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (5.4%)43 (57.3%)
5 Years6 (24.0%)6 (33.3%)
6 to 11 Years22 (43.1%)73 (85.9%)
12 to 14 Years5 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
15 Years15 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years18 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years55 (74.3%)13 (27.7%)
25 to 34 Years70 (84.3%)66 (73.3%)
35 to 44 Years70 (72.2%)87 (94.6%)
45 to 54 Years73 (87.9%)67 (81.7%)
55 to 64 Years64 (92.7%)86 (88.7%)
65 to 74 Years85 (90.4%)84 (93.3%)
75 Years and over46 (92.0%)46 (63.0%)
Total534 (70.6%)616 (77.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brocton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Brocton show that 12.2% or 27 of the total 221 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 22 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brocton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children110 (95.7%)5 (4.3%)
1 or 2 Children76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total194 (87.8%)27 (12.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brocton

According to the poverty data in Brocton, 6.7% or 2 single-father households and 29.5% or 38 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (12.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (48.1%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brocton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (12.5%)38 (48.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (6.7%)38 (29.5%)

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

The poverty data for Brocton shows that 27 of the married-couple family households (12.2%) and 40 of the single-parent households (25.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 household (42.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brocton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)40 (42.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (12.2%)40 (25.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Brocton

Employment by Class of Employer in Brocton

Among the 556 employed individuals in Brocton, private company employees (356 | 64.0%), local government employees (63 | 11.3%), and state government employees (57 | 10.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Brocton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees35664.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)142.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations529.3%
Local Government Employees6311.3%
State Government Employees5710.2%
Federal Government Employees122.2%
Unpaid Family Workers20.4%
Total556100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Brocton

According to the labor force statistics for Brocton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,149), 52.0% or 597 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 36 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 84.1% or 159 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 39.5% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Brocton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years17 (26.2%)6 (35.3%)
20 to 24 Years43 (51.2%)17 (39.5%)
25 to 29 Years41 (60.3%)6 (14.6%)
30 to 34 Years88 (83.8%)4 (4.5%)
35 to 44 Years159 (84.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years117 (70.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years70 (64.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years30 (51.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years22 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (8.1%)3 (30.0%)
Total597 (52.0%)36 (6.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brocton

According to labor force statistics for Brocton, 72.9% of individuals (505) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (693) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 10 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 86.1% or 149 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.9% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brocton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School31 (42.5%)9 (12.9%)
High School Diploma173 (66.3%)3 (1.2%)
College / Associate Degree152 (81.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher149 (86.1%)5 (2.7%)
Total505 (72.9%)14 (2.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Brocton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brocton are Community & Social Service (64 | 11.4%), Education Instruction & Library (50 | 8.9%), Management (32 | 5.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (27 | 4.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (23 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Brocton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brocton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (76.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Brocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (25.0%)24 (75.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science23 (85.2%)4 (14.8%)
Computers & Mathematics18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 23 (35.9%)41 (64.1%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (62.5%)3 (37.5%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library12 (24.0%)38 (76.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (43.5%)13 (56.5%)
Health Technologists10 (52.6%)9 (47.4%)
Total (Category)64 (42.9%)85 (57.1%)
Total (Overall)272 (48.5%)289 (51.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Brocton are Personal Care & Service (36 | 6.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (29 | 5.2%), Healthcare Support (23 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (4 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations in Brocton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Brocton, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (84.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (48.3%), and Healthcare Support (30.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (91.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Brocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support7 (30.4%)16 (69.6%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving14 (48.3%)15 (51.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (84.6%)2 (15.4%)
Personal Care & Service3 (8.3%)33 (91.7%)
Total (Category)35 (33.3%)70 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)272 (48.5%)289 (51.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Brocton are Office & Administration (96 | 17.1%), and Sales & Related (26 | 4.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Brocton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Brocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related5 (19.2%)21 (80.8%)
Office & Administration10 (10.4%)86 (89.6%)
Total (Category)15 (12.3%)107 (87.7%)
Total (Overall)272 (48.5%)289 (51.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Brocton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (21 | 3.7%), and Construction & Extraction (16 | 2.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Brocton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Brocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)272 (48.5%)289 (51.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Brocton are Transportation (67 | 11.9%), Production (50 | 8.9%), and Material Moving (31 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Brocton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Brocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production30 (60.0%)20 (40.0%)
Transportation64 (95.5%)3 (4.5%)
Material Moving27 (87.1%)4 (12.9%)
Total (Category)121 (81.8%)27 (18.2%)
Total (Overall)272 (48.5%)289 (51.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Brocton

Employment Industries in Brocton

The major employment industries in Brocton include Health Care & Social Assistance (107 | 19.1%), Manufacturing (95 | 16.9%), Educational Services (90 | 16.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (52 | 9.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (43 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Brocton

Employment Industries by Sex in Brocton

The Brocton industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (80.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Brocton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing77 (81.0%)18 (19.0%)
Wholesale Trade3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Retail Trade12 (28.6%)30 (71.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing40 (93.0%)3 (7.0%)
Utilities5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)
Information6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific2 (20.0%)8 (80.0%)
Enterprise Management8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
Educational Services21 (23.3%)69 (76.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance23 (21.5%)84 (78.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services20 (38.5%)32 (61.5%)
Public Administration15 (44.1%)19 (55.9%)
Total272 (48.5%)289 (51.5%)

Education in Brocton

School Enrollment in Brocton

The most common levels of schooling among the 308 students in Brocton are elementary school (81 | 26.3%), high school (71 | 23.1%), and middle school (60 | 19.5%).
School Enrollment in Brocton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3712.0%
Kindergarten123.9%
Elementary School8126.3%
Middle School6019.5%
High School7123.1%
College / Undergraduate3912.7%
Graduate / Professional82.6%
Total308100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brocton

Out of a total of 308 students who are enrolled in schools in Brocton, 20 (6.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 288 (93.5%) 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 6 (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 79 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brocton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old112 (97.4%)3 (2.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds47 (94.0%)3 (6.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds26 (86.7%)4 (13.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
35 Years and over3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total288 (93.5%)20 (6.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brocton

Education (80 | 28.9%), communications (30 | 10.8%), visual & performing arts (29 | 10.5%), business (28 | 10.1%), and computers & mathematics (23 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 277 individuals in Brocton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brocton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics238.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences114.0%
Psychology31.1%
Social Sciences134.7%
Engineering20.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology207.2%
Business2810.1%
Education8028.9%
Literature & Languages62.2%
Liberal Arts & History238.3%
Visual & Performing Arts2910.5%
Communications3010.8%
Arts & Humanities93.3%
Total277100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Brocton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brocton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Brocton are males with 2 vehicles (128, accounting for 47.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (153, making up 45.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brocton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle11 (4.0%)6 (2.1%)
1 Vehicle73 (26.8%)46 (16.2%)
2 Vehicles128 (47.1%)153 (53.9%)
3 Vehicles57 (21.0%)66 (23.2%)
4 Vehicles3 (1.1%)13 (4.6%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total272 (100.0%)284 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Brocton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Brocton are 15 to 19 minutes (149 commuters, 27.8%), less than 5 minutes (104 commuters, 19.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (99 commuters, 18.4%).
Commute Time in Brocton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes10419.4%
5 to 9 Minutes376.9%
10 to 14 Minutes9918.4%
15 to 19 Minutes14927.8%
20 to 24 Minutes6512.1%
25 to 29 Minutes101.9%
30 to 34 Minutes224.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes81.5%
60 to 89 Minutes213.9%
90 or more Minutes224.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Brocton

The most common commute times in Brocton are 15 to 19 minutes (92 commuters, 34.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (70 commuters, 26.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Brocton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes42 (15.7%)62 (23.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes16 (6.0%)21 (7.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes29 (10.8%)70 (26.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes92 (34.3%)57 (21.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes44 (16.4%)21 (7.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes10 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes9 (3.4%)13 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (3.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes14 (5.2%)7 (2.6%)
90 or more Minutes12 (4.5%)10 (3.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brocton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Brocton are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (51, 19.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (62, 23.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brocton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM27 (10.1%)11 (4.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM11 (4.1%)19 (7.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM3 (1.1%)8 (3.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM51 (19.0%)10 (3.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM21 (7.8%)7 (2.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM19 (7.1%)62 (23.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM22 (8.2%)48 (17.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM13 (4.9%)39 (14.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM16 (6.0%)17 (6.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM7 (2.6%)12 (4.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM3 (1.1%)6 (2.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM4 (1.5%)8 (3.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM34 (12.7%)20 (7.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM37 (13.8%)2 (0.7%)
Total268 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Brocton

Occupancy by Ownership in Brocton

Of the total 594 dwellings in Brocton, owner-occupied units account for 362 (60.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 232 (39.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Brocton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units36260.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units23239.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units594100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Brocton

Occupancy by Household Size in Brocton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household17529.5%
2-Person Household15225.6%
3-Person Household13222.2%
4+ Person Household13522.7%
Total Housing Units594100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brocton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brocton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household84 (48.0%)91 (52.0%)
2-Person Household130 (85.5%)22 (14.5%)
3-Person Household83 (62.9%)49 (37.1%)
4+ Person Household65 (48.1%)70 (51.8%)
Total Housing Units362 (60.9%)232 (39.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brocton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brocton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School41 (85.4%)7 (14.6%)
High School Diploma132 (52.0%)122 (48.0%)
College/Associate Degree113 (69.8%)49 (30.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher76 (58.5%)54 (41.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brocton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brocton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9015.1%
35 to 44 Years12721.4%
45 to 54 Years7612.8%
55 to 64 Years10016.8%
65 to 74 Years10818.2%
75 to 84 Years589.8%
85 Years and Over355.9%
Total594100.0%

Housing Finances in Brocton

Median Income by Occupancy in Brocton

Median Income by Occupancy in Brocton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied362 (60.9%)$58,295
Renter-Occupied232 (39.1%)$23,750
Average594 (100.0%)$47,763

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brocton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brocton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00010 (2.8%)7 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (0.8%)16 (6.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99913 (3.6%)49 (21.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9998 (2.2%)35 (15.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99911 (3.0%)18 (7.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99923 (6.4%)17 (7.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99954 (14.9%)50 (21.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99997 (26.8%)8 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99967 (18.5%)17 (7.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (13.0%)15 (6.5%)
$150,000 or more29 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total362 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brocton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brocton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30037 (10.2%)8 (3.5%)
$300 to $49926 (7.2%)17 (7.3%)
$500 to $79991 (25.1%)155 (66.8%)
$800 to $99964 (17.7%)13 (5.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49993 (25.7%)22 (9.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99940 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4992 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9998 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more1 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total362 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Brocton

Housing Structures in Brocton

Housing Structures in Brocton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached34858.6%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments518.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9115.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments111.8%
10 or more Apartments305.1%
Mobile Home / Other6310.6%
Total594100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brocton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brocton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached277 (79.6%)71 (20.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments19 (37.2%)32 (62.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3 (3.3%)88 (96.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total362 (60.9%)232 (39.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brocton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brocton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)10 (4.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (2.2%)65 (28.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms84 (23.2%)116 (50.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms161 (44.5%)34 (14.7%)
8 or more Rooms109 (30.1%)7 (3.0%)
Total362 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brocton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brocton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas286 (79.0%)103 (44.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas11 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity63 (17.4%)129 (55.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene2 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total362 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Brocton

Household Vehicle Usage in Brocton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle9 (2.5%)60 (25.9%)
1 Vehicle128 (35.4%)131 (56.5%)
2 Vehicles162 (44.8%)27 (11.6%)
3 or more Vehicles63 (17.4%)14 (6.0%)
Total362 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Brocton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Brocton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units156206
Median Property Value$79,500$115,000
Median Household Income$55,000$20
Monthly Housing Costs$569$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,909$9

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brocton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brocton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00039 (25.0%)15 (7.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99967 (42.9%)70 (34.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99948 (30.8%)110 (53.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9992 (1.3%)11 (5.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total156 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brocton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brocton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00010 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99924 (15.4%)3 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (10.9%)8 (3.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (12.8%)6 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (12.8%)34 (16.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99930 (19.2%)77 (37.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99926 (16.7%)37 (18.0%)
$150,000 or more9 (5.8%)21 (10.2%)
Total156 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brocton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brocton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x104 (66.7%)58,816 (28,551.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x24 (15.4%)115 (55.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x5 (3.2%)56 (27.2%)
4.0x or more20 (12.8%)15 (7.3%)
Total156 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brocton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brocton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8008 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49913 (8.3%)3 (1.5%)
$800 to $1,49991 (58.3%)33 (16.0%)
Total156 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Brocton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brocton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brocton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years247 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years110 (93.2%)8 (6.8%)
26 to 34 Years133 (80.6%)32 (19.4%)
35 to 44 Years181 (95.8%)8 (4.2%)
45 to 54 Years158 (95.8%)7 (4.2%)
55 to 64 Years163 (98.2%)3 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,515 (96.3%)58 (3.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brocton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brocton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen247 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen110 (93.2%)8 (6.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brocton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brocton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000415 (96.3%)16 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999319 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999222 (93.3%)16 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999224 (94.1%)14 (5.9%)
$100,000 and over335 (96.5%)12 (3.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brocton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brocton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6180 (83.3%)55 (25.5%)
6 to 18 Years175 (70.9%)101 (40.9%)
19 to 25 Years56 (47.5%)54 (45.8%)
25 to 34 Years76 (46.1%)66 (40.0%)
35 to 44 Years81 (42.9%)107 (56.6%)
45 to 54 Years50 (30.3%)112 (67.9%)
55 to 64 Years80 (48.2%)92 (55.4%)
65 to 74 Years184 (100.0%)158 (85.9%)
75 Years and over123 (100.0%)85 (69.1%)
Total1,005 (63.9%)830 (52.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brocton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brocton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years19 (15.3%)11 (7.1%)
18 to 34 Years30 (19.1%)20 (14.6%)
35 to 64 Years36 (14.5%)59 (21.8%)
65 to 74 Years11 (11.7%)15 (16.7%)
75 Years and over47 (94.0%)53 (72.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Brocton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Brocton: <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 Years10 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)26 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years8 (8.5%)3 (3.3%)
75 Years and over28 (56.0%)5 (6.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Brocton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (11.3%)6 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (9.5%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years3 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (6.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Brocton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (4.0%)11 (7.1%)
18 to 34 Years17 (10.8%)7 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years9 (3.6%)24 (8.9%)
65 to 74 Years4 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (8.0%)11 (15.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Brocton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (3.2%)36 (13.3%)
65 to 74 Years4 (4.3%)12 (13.3%)
75 Years and over20 (40.0%)51 (69.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Brocton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)12 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (10.0%)
75 Years and over14 (28.0%)16 (21.9%)

Technology Access in Brocton

Computing Device Access in Brocton

Computing Device Access in Brocton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop44675.1%
Smartphone47479.8%
Tablet34758.4%
No Computing Device589.8%
Total594100.0%

Internet Access in Brocton

Internet Access in Brocton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home44875.4%
Cellular Data Only498.3%
Satellite Internet183.0%
No Internet9015.1%
Total594100.0%

Brocton Summary

Brocton, NY is a small village located in Chautauqua County, New York. It is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Erie, approximately 20 miles south of Buffalo. The village has a population of 1,664 as of the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Brocton was first settled in 1811 by a group of settlers from Connecticut. The village was originally known as "West Portland" and was later renamed "Brocton" in 1851 after a local landowner, William Brocton. The village was incorporated in 1867.
In the late 19th century, Brocton was a major center for the production of wooden barrels and staves. The village was also home to several brickyards and a large tannery.

Geography

Brocton is located at 42°25'N 79°25'W (42.4167, -79.4167). According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.

Economy

The economy of Brocton is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The village is home to several wineries, including the award-winning 21 Brix Winery. The village also has several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,664 people, 690 households, and 441 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,384.3 people per square mile (534.3/km2). There were 745 housing units at an average density of 621.7 per square mile (239.7/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 690 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.0% were non-families. 30.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the village was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the village was $17,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Brocton?
Total Population of Brocton is 1,573.
What is the Total Male Population of Brocton?
Total Male Population of Brocton is 766.
What is the Total Female Population of Brocton?
Total Female Population of Brocton is 807.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Brocton?
There are 94.92 Males per 100 Females in Brocton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Brocton?
There are 105.35 Females per 100 Males in Brocton.
What is the Median Population Age in Brocton?
Median Population Age in Brocton is 36.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Brocton
Average Family Size in Brocton is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Brocton
Average Household Size in Brocton is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Brocton?
Per Capita income in Brocton is $22,249.
What is the Median Family Income in Brocton?
Median Family Income in Brocton is $50,455.
What is the Median Household income in Brocton?
Median Household Income in Brocton is $47,763.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Brocton?
Income or Wage Gap in Brocton is 4.1%.
Women in Brocton earn 95.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Brocton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Brocton is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Brocton?
There are 597 People in the Labor Forcein in Brocton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Brocton?
52.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Brocton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Brocton?
Unemployment Rate in Brocton is 6.0%.