Brookline, MA Census Data
The 18th largest city in Massachusetts by population · 25 cities ranked
Brookline is the 18th largest city in Massachusetts by population and ranks 2nd of 25 for median household income. With 62,822 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 18 other Massachusetts cities. 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
62,822
46.0% male · 54.0% female
Median Age
35.0
3.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$140,631
$62,093 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
85.0%
50.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 97.4%
Poverty Rate
9.8%
2.6% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 1.2%
Broadband Access
97.4%
7.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$1,233,100
Median rent: $2,804 · 46% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
3.5%
Labor force participation: 70.5%
Per Capita Income
$77,538
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.5%
Disability rate: 7.5%
How Brookline Compares to Other Massachusetts Cities
Rankings among all 25 Massachusetts cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 18th of 25 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 2nd of 25 | Top 10% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 7th of 25 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 1st of 25 | Top 10% |
| Highest Home Value | 1st of 25 | Top 10% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Brookline, MA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Brookline, MA?
The population of Brookline, MA is 62,822 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.0 years.
What is the median household income in Brookline?
The median household income in Brookline, MA is $140,631, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $77,538.
What is the poverty rate in Brookline?
The poverty rate in Brookline, MA is 9.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 1.2% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Brookline residents have a college degree?
85.0% of adults (25+) in Brookline hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 97.4% 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 Brookline?
The median home value in Brookline, MA is $1,233,100. Median rent is $2,804 per month, with 46% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Brookline?
Brookline's population is 67.7% White, 3.1% Black, 6.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 17.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Brookline rank among Massachusetts cities?
Brookline is the 18th largest city in Massachusetts by population, the 2nd highest for median household income, the 7th lowest for poverty rate, the 1st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 25 ranked Massachusetts cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Brookline?
The unemployment rate in Brookline, MA is 3.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 70.5%. Per capita income is $77,538.
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