East Brookfield, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,349 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$337,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$779 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$747 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Worcester County
4
Worcester Metro Area
4
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Worcester County
3
Worcester Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 24
Feb 3 11 27
Mar 4 8 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 5 0 50
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 10 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MA Worcester and Hampshire District, MA 5th Worcester District, MA
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Schools

East Brookfield Elementary
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Brookfield Elementary
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
North Brookfield High
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Anna Maria College
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Worcester State University
11 miles, E • 2.8 star
Clark University
12 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Harrington Memorial Hospital-1
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Vincent Hospital
13 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
9 miles, E • 1 star
Bradley International Airport
38 miles, W • 2.8 star
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