Brockton, MA Census Data

Key demographic and economic indicators for Brockton, Massachusetts from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.

Updated: 2026-03-23 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023

Population 105,080
48.6% male · 51.4% female
Median Age 36.5
2.2 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income $77,089
1,449.0 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.3%
13.7 below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 81.8%
Poverty Rate 13.9%
1.5 above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.5%
Broadband Access 92.9%
3.2 above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value $405,500
Median rent: $1,545 · 57% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate 8.3%
Labor force participation: 61.9%

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Brockton, MA Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Brockton, MA?
The population of Brockton, MA is 105,080 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.5 years.
What is the median household income in Brockton?
The median household income in Brockton, MA is $77,089, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $44,207.
What is the poverty rate in Brockton?
The poverty rate in Brockton, MA is 13.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Brockton residents have a college degree?
21.3% of adults (25+) in Brockton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 81.8% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Brockton?
The median home value in Brockton, MA is $405,500. Median rent is $1,545 per month, with 57% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Brockton?
Brockton's population is 29.2% White, 38.3% Black, 12.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).