North Brookfield Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
4,739 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,010 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$316,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$772 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$757 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.6% 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 14 23
Feb 3 11 26
Mar 4 9 34
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 5 0 49
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 4 10 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (50%) (45%) 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

North Brookfield High
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
North Brookfield Elementary
1 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Anna Maria College
9 miles, E • 2.3 star
Worcester State University
11 miles, E • 2.8 star
Assumption College
12 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Harrington Memorial Hospital-1
13 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Vincent Hospital
14 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Baystate Wing Hospital
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
10 miles, SE • 1 star
Bradley International Airport
39 miles, W • 2.8 star
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