Brockton, MA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Plymouth County · Massachusetts
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Brockton based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
105,080
2023 ACS
Median Income
$77,089
2023
Median Home Value
$405,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,545
2023
Median Age
36.5
Unemployment
8.3%
Cost of Living Index
142.5
100 = national avg
Brockton is a city in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, with a population of 105,080 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Brockton is one of the communities in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Brockton is $77,089, and the median home value is $405,500. The cost of living index is 142.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,545 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.3%, and the median age is 36.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
105,080
Male
51,033
48.6%
Female
54,047
51.4%
Median Age
36.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
13.8%
High School or Higher
36.0%
Foreign Born
32.9%
Veterans
2.9%
Married
33.9%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.704
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
38.3%
Foreign Born
32.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
12.9%
13,587 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
87.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
98,285
English Only
53.6%
#1 Non-English Language
French/Haitian/Cajun
21,948 speakers
Limited English
20.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
79.2%
Limited English Proficiency
20.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,049
2.9% of population
Disability Rate
31.2%
950 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,695
Unemployment Rate
1.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,795
91.7%
Female Veterans
254
8.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,695
Non-Veteran Income
$36,382
Difference
$16,313
44.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
950
Without Disability
2,099
Disability Rate
31.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
67,292
#1 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
18.3% (19,216)
#2 Ancestry
West Indian
13.7% (14,409)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
9.1% (9,550)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
35,610
Family Households
25,543
71.7%
Married Couples
14,447
40.6%
Non-Family Households
10,067
28.3%
Single Mother Households
7,979
22.4%
Single Father Households
3,117
8.8%
Living Alone
8,440
23.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
22,175
In Married Couple
12,726
57.4%
With Single Mother
7,038
31.7%
With Single Father
2,411
10.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$89,236
Married Couple Income
$112,432
Single Mother Income
$56,690
Single Father Income
$83,007
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
2.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
3,103
Grandparents Responsible
855
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$77,089
+5% vs national
Per Capita Income
$35,524
-4% vs national
Poverty Rate
13.9%
+2% vs national
Gini Index
0.4698
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.3%
+59% vs national
SNAP Recipients
31.4%
of households
How Brockton Compares
Brockton vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Brockton is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Brockton, MA has a median household income of $77,089, making it the 9,714th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Brockton has a higher median household income than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Brockton, MA has a per capita income of $35,524, making it the 11,780th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Brockton has a higher per capita income than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Brockton, MA has a poverty rate of 13.9%, making it the 12,221st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Brockton has a higher poverty rate than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Brockton, MA has a unemployment rate of 8.3%, making it the 5,567th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Brockton has a higher unemployment rate than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Brockton. The median household income here is $77,089.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.3%
+69% vs MA avg
Labor Force
55,106
Employed
50,474
Mean Commute
30 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
13.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.5
Work from Home
6.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$154.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
142.5
100 = national avg
+42.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,695
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,187
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,761
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,311
per month
The median household income in Brockton, MA is $77,089, which is 5.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,524. The poverty rate of 13.9% is higher than the MA state average of 8.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4698, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.3%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 55,106. 13.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 30 minutes, with 6.3% working from home. About 71.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 142.5, which is 42.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 189.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,695 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median List Price
$449,999
Price Per Sq Ft
$313
Days on Market
44
Active Inventory
90
Months of Supply
2.4
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$492,207
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,430
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
37.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
47.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
37
New Listings
51
Pending Sales
53
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$313
Median List $/SF
$325
Brockton vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Brockton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Brockton, MA has a median home value of $405,500, making it the 4,431st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Brockton has a higher median home value than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Brockton, MA has a median rent of $1,545, making it the 3,861st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Brockton has a higher median rent than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Brockton, MA has a price per square foot of $313, making it the 3,309th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Brockton has a higher price per square foot than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Brockton, MA has a rent burden of 24.1%, making it the 4,175th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Brockton has a higher rent burden than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$405,500
Median Rent
$1,545
Total Housing Units
37,420
Vacancy Rate
4.8%
Owner Occupied
57.0%
Renter Occupied
43.0%
Median Property Tax
$4,689
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,074
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,689
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.16%
of home value
Median Home Value
$405,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,593
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,689) by the median home value ($405,500). In Brockton, MA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.16%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Brockton, MA is $450,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 44 days on the market. 37.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $313. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,430/month. About 57.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1960. There are 37,420 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,689. The effective tax rate is 1.16%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.99
per 1,000 residents
+130% vs national
Property Crime Rate
13.46
per 1,000 residents
-22% vs national
Total Crimes
2,074
2024
Violent Clearance
69%
cases solved
Property Clearance
12%
cases solved
YoY Change
-6.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Brockton Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Brockton vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Brockton is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Brockton police solve 77% of aggravated assault cases but only 6% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 8 | 0.08 | 37.5% |
| Rape | Violent | 68 | 0.64 | 50.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 72 | 0.68 | 36.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 491 | 4.60 | 76.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 249 | 2.33 | 18.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 801 | 7.51 | 12.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 385 | 3.61 | 6.0% |
Brockton, MA reported 639 violent crimes and 1,435 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.99 per 1,000 residents is 130.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 69% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 801 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 14.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 639 | 1,435 | 5.99 | 13.46 |
| 2023 | 697 | 2,166 | 6.40 | 19.88 |
| 2022 | 712 | 1,905 | 6.47 | 17.30 |
| 2021 | 676 | 1,672 | 6.73 | 16.63 |
| 2020 | 758 | 1,668 | 7.64 | 16.82 |
| 2019 | 782 | 1,853 | 8.21 | 19.45 |
| 2018 | 868 | 2,073 | 9.05 | 21.61 |
| 2017 | 918 | 1,961 | 9.56 | 20.42 |
| 2016 | 1,029 | 2,295 | 10.81 | 24.11 |
| 2015 | 943 | 2,151 | 9.92 | 22.63 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
90.4
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
91.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
12.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
98.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
32
Public Assistance
$66.3M
Individual Assistance
$19.3M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Lee → | Hurricane | Sep 2023 | $3K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Apr 2022 | $3.3M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $26.7M | $5.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2018 | $12.0M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm, Snowstorm, and Floo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2015 | $8.1M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm, Snowstorm, and Floo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2013 | $5.3M | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Dec 2012 | $1.3M | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | $2.1M | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | $108K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Mar 2010 | $957K | $12.5M |
| Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flo… → | Severe Storm | May 2007 | $1.4M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Nov 2005 | — | $1.0M |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $12K | — |
| Record And/or Near Record Snow → | Snowstorm | Feb 2005 | $3.3M | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2004 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Mar 2003 | $1.7M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2001 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 34 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
10,956
Total Claims Paid
$153,081,455
Avg Claim Payout
$13,972
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
45
Federal Funding
$13,858,545
Properties Protected
236
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.30
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 22 | $10,488,778 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 5 | $1,081,337 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $213,540 |
| 203.2: Wet Floodproofing Private Structures - Coastal | 3 | $529,510 |
| 601.1: Generators | 3 | $67,884 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Brockton has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are coastal flood, strong wind, hurricane. The area has had 32 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (9 declarations). 10,956 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $66,293,719 in public assistance recovery funding. $19,295,172 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 45 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.9%
near the national average
Depression Rate
24.4%
0.9pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.4%
1.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
2.2pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.7%
Arthritis
26.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
21.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.4%
Loneliness
39.4%
Lack of Support
31.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
37.9%
Mobility
16.7%
Cognitive
20.1%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
7.1%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
11.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Brockton has an obesity rate of 35.9%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 24.4%, 0.9pp above the national average. About 8.4% of adults lack health insurance. 80.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.0 mi
Good Samaritan Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Medical Center | 1.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Norwood Hospital | 11.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Milton | 11.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital | 12.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
105,643
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| BROCKTON WATER DEPARTMENT | 105,643 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
30 min
+28% vs national
Drive Alone
71.8%
-9% vs national
Public Transit
5.0%
+452% vs national
Work From Home
6.3%
-33% vs national
Carpool
12.5%
Walk / Bike
1.4%
combined
How Brockton's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
8
2023
6-Year Avg
9
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
5
Nighttime
7
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 10 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Brockton, MA is 30 minutes, which is 27.8% above the national average of 23 minutes. 71.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 6.3% work from home, which is below the MA state average of 15.7%. Public transit is used by 5.0% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.5% of workers carpool. 1.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 8 traffic fatalities from 8 fatal crashes. 5 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
72.8%
of households
No Internet
8.7%
of households
Total Households
35,610
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.9%
of households
Smartphone
87.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
70.9%
of households
Tablet
57.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
29.4¢
per kWh
+71% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
20.9¢
per kWh
+55% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
18.2¢
per kWh
+85% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$167
residential
+18% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
72% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Massachusetts averages 29.4¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $167. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Brockton vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
105,643
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROCKTON WATER DEPARTMENT | Community | Surface water | 105,643 | 0 |
88.2% of households in Brockton have broadband internet access. 72.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.7% of households have no internet access. 15.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 105,643 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Brockton is located in Plymouth County, MA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Brockton.
Election Overview
Source: Plymouth County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
159,962
53.6%
GOP Votes
133,544
44.7%
Total Votes
298,682
Margin
D+8.8%
Shift from 2020
R+8.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 159,962 | 133,544 | 298,682 | 53.6% | 44.7% | D+8.8 |
| 2020 | 173,630 | 121,227 | 301,816 | 57.5% | 40.2% | D+17.4 |
| 2016 | 133,828 | 114,722 | 264,168 | 50.7% | 43.4% | D+7.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Plymouth County recorded 298,682 total votes. Democrats won the county with 53.6% of the vote compared to 44.7% for Republicans, a margin of D+8.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+8.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Plymouth County has shifted 1.6 percentage points toward Democrats.
Public Records Request
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
386
Total Assets
$1.0B
Total Income
$1.1B
Per 10K Residents
36.7
nonprofits
-36.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
49
Median Assets
$209K
Oldest Active
1937
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $855.7M of $1.0B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Brockton
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFBrockton, MA has 386 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.0B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 86 organizations. 49 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 36.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1937.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
701
Total Approved
$168.3M
Jobs Supported
5,342
Per 10K Residents
66.7
SBA loans
-17.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
82
Top Lender
Eastern Bank
203 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
602
Total Amount
$109.7M
Avg Loan
$182,279
Median Loan
$50,000
SBA Guaranteed
$75.6M(69%)
Jobs Supported
4,350
Loans
99
Total Amount
$58.6M
Avg Loan
$591,687
Median Loan
$339,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
99
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$48.1M
29% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$486,144
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coliseum Companies, Inc. | 2 | $7.0M |
| Uba Brockton Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Jzd Pizza Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| The Ockers Company | 4 | $3.3M |
| Karm Hospitality Llc | 1 | $3.3M |
| Acs Services Inc | 3 | $3.1M |
| Bay State Linen | 1 | $3.0M |
| 97 Manley Street Realty Trust | 1 | $3.0M |
| J.m. Pet Resort | 2 | $3.0M |
| Biotrans Llc | 1 | $2.2M |
Brockton, MA has received 701 SBA loans totaling $168.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 602 loans (86% of the total), supporting 4,350 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 99 loans totaling $58.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Brockton is Eastern Bank with 203 loans. That works out to 66.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
25
Total Population
475,236
Avg Median Income
-$53,225,579
Avg Home Value
-$52,855,661
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02021 | 24,459 | $128,341 | $665,500 | $2,237 | 18.8 |
| 02067 | 18,478 | $183,724 | $697,900 | $2,269 | 22.7 |
| 02072 | 29,074 | $104,164 | $496,700 | $1,993 | 16.1 |
| 02184 | 38,762 | $125,305 | $623,200 | $1,925 | 13.8 |
| 02188 | 15,396 | $102,236 | $542,900 | $1,859 | 3.9 |
| 02190 | 19,029 | $99,024 | $554,900 | $2,012 | 7.0 |
| 02301 | 68,608 | $72,727 | $414,200 | $1,566 | 12.4 |
| 02302 | 36,472 | $87,560 | $395,000 | $1,476 | 8.9 |
| 02322 | 4,753 | $129,487 | $482,800 | $1,648 | 4.3 |
| 02324 | 26,022 | $112,445 | $500,600 | $1,975 | 27.0 |
| 02325 | 2,647 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 02333 | 14,420 | $128,679 | $474,000 | $1,566 | 17.2 |
| 02338 | 7,734 | $106,851 | $442,800 | $1,494 | 16.0 |
| 02339 | 14,800 | $174,821 | $706,200 | $1,642 | 15.5 |
| 02341 | 10,466 | $112,457 | $498,700 | $1,912 | 14.9 |
| 02343 | 11,267 | $107,198 | $435,300 | $1,522 | 7.0 |
| 02351 | 17,008 | $119,787 | $516,300 | $1,547 | 10.0 |
| 02356 | 12,547 | $124,719 | $621,600 | $1,710 | 13.6 |
| 02357 | 1,410 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 02368 | 34,736 | $103,321 | $464,000 | $2,049 | 9.3 |
| 02370 | 17,709 | $101,475 | $452,300 | $1,497 | 10.0 |
| 02375 | 11,205 | $117,717 | $492,000 | $2,080 | 13.8 |
| 02379 | 7,682 | $124,483 | $501,000 | $2,011 | 15.3 |
| 02382 | 15,215 | $107,794 | $456,400 | $1,785 | 6.9 |
| 02767 | 15,337 | $119,550 | $507,500 | $1,671 | 24.8 |
Brockton, MA has 25 ZIP codes with a combined population of 475,236. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$53,225,579. The average median home value is -$52,855,661. The average median monthly rent is -$53,331,675.
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