Brookfield Center, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
201 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
83.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$208,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$577,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,309 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,589 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Western Connecticut Planning Region
2
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Western Connecticut Planning Region
1
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 12 26
Feb 3 11 30
Mar 4 8 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 5 0 64
Oct 5 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 8 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, CT State Senate District 30, CT State House District 107, CT
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Schools

Brookfield High School
1 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Post University
17 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Danbury Hospital
5 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Putnam Hospital Center
15 miles, W • 4.1 star
Griffin Hospital
18 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Four Winds
18 miles, SW
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Airports

Tweed-New Haven Airport
29 miles, SE • 1 star
Westchester County Airport
32 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
48 miles, S • 1.4 star
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