Brockton, MA Census Data
The 6th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Brockton is the 6th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 17th of 25 for median household income. With 105,080 residents, its poverty rate of 13.9% ranks among the higher rates in Massachusetts. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · 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 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%
Per Capita Income
$44,207
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.9%
Disability rate: 13.6%
How Brockton Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 6th of 25 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 17th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 17th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 21st of 25 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 17th of 25 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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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).
How does Brockton rank among Massachusetts cities?
Brockton is the 6th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 17th highest for median household income, the 17th lowest for poverty rate, the 21st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Brockton?
The unemployment rate in Brockton, MA is 8.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 61.9%. Per capita income is $44,207.
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