Brockton

MA

Plymouth County, Massachusetts

Population 535K |Median income $114,201 |3 hospitals

Population
535,075
Plymouth County
Median Income
$114,201
+68% vs avg
Median Home Value
$556,000
+144% vs avg
Median Age
43
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
535K+8%
Median Income
$114,201+52%
Median Home Value
$556,000+67%
Poverty Rate
7.1%-7%
Unemployment
5.1%-47%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,747/mo
Poverty Rate
7.1% -50% vs avg
Unemployment 5.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 41.8%
Work From Home 16.2%
Public Transit 2.9%

Population

White 77%
Two or More Ethnicities 8.4%
African American 8%
Asian 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.2%
High Blood Pressure
32.6%
Obesity
29.7%
Physical Inactivity
20.4%
Binge Drinking
17.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.8%
Current Asthma
12.1%
Current Smoking
11.9%
Diabetes
10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 82.1%
Dental Visit 70.3%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
4.4%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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2
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0
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1
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
3
SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE BROCKTON HOSPITAL
BROCKTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS HOSPITAL PLYMOUTH
PLYMOUTH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
GOOD SAMARITAN MEDICAL CENTER
BROCKTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Brockton Area 6

Weather Alerts

Freezing Rain Warning Issued for R.M. of Ellice-Archie, St-Lazare, McAuley, and Manson

ECCC · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Kachemak Bay Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Anne Arundel County Shoreline Through Monday Night

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Macon County, North Carolina

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Brockton, MA? ▼
Brockton, MA has a population of 535,075 people, located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts.
What is the median household income in Brockton? ▼
The median household income in Brockton, MA is $114,201 per year. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
What is the median home value in Brockton? ▼
The median home value in Brockton, MA is $556,000. Median rent is $1,747/month.
What are the top health concerns in Brockton? ▼
The top health indicators in Brockton include Short Sleep Duration (35.2%), High Blood Pressure (32.6%), Obesity (29.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Brockton? ▼
Brockton has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Brockton? ▼
The median age in Brockton, MA is 43 years. 41.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Brockton, MA is located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. With a population of 535K and a median household income of $114,201, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Brockton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Plymouth County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.