Brookfield, WI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Waukesha County · Wisconsin
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Brookfield based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
41,592
2023 ACS
Median Income
$124,026
2023
Median Home Value
$419,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,794
2023
Median Age
43.6
Unemployment
3.0%
Cost of Living Index
180.6
100 = national avg
Brookfield is a city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, with a population of 41,592 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Brookfield is one of the communities in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Brookfield is $124,026, and the median home value is $419,300. The cost of living index is 180.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,794 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, and the median age is 43.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
41,592
Male
20,610
49.6%
Female
20,982
50.4%
Median Age
43.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
44.1%
High School or Higher
53.5%
Foreign Born
11.2%
Veterans
4.2%
Married
51.8%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.341
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
80.0%
Foreign Born
11.2%
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
4.2%
1,751 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian 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+)
39,454
English Only
86.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Indo-European
1,771 speakers
Limited English
2.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.3%
Limited English Proficiency
2.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,755
4.2% of population
Disability Rate
21.1%
370 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$57,216
Unemployment Rate
5.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,665
94.9%
Female Veterans
90
5.1%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$57,216
Non-Veteran Income
$60,907
Difference
-$3,691
-6.1% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
370
Without Disability
1,385
Disability Rate
21.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
42,307
#1 Ancestry
German
37.1% (15,415)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
12.8% (5,336)
#3 Ancestry
Polish
10.7% (4,431)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
16,197
Family Households
11,484
70.9%
Married Couples
10,385
64.1%
Non-Family Households
4,713
29.1%
Single Mother Households
672
4.1%
Single Father Households
427
2.6%
Living Alone
4,048
25.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
9,633
In Married Couple
8,792
91.3%
With Single Mother
467
4.8%
With Single Father
374
3.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$151,250
Married Couple Income
$159,957
Single Mother Income
$77,981
Single Father Income
$107,250
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
1.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
326
Grandparents Responsible
49
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$124,026
+69% vs national
Per Capita Income
$67,459
+81% vs national
Poverty Rate
3.5%
-75% vs national
Gini Index
0.4508
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.0%
-42% vs national
SNAP Recipients
2.2%
of households
How Brookfield Compares
Brookfield vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Brookfield is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Brookfield, WI has a median household income of $124,026, making it the 2,478th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Brookfield has a higher median household income than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Brookfield, WI has a per capita income of $67,459, making it the 1,814th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Brookfield has a higher per capita income than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Brookfield, WI has a poverty rate of 3.5%, making it the 25,902nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Brookfield has a higher poverty rate than 17% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Brookfield, WI has a unemployment rate of 3.0%, making it the 17,637th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Brookfield has a higher unemployment rate than 43% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Brookfield. The median household income here is $124,026.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.0%
-14% vs WI avg
Labor Force
20,757
Employed
20,114
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
44.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
53.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
43.6
Work from Home
19.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$118.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
180.6
100 = national avg
+80.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,481
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$187,864
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,119
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,338
per month
The median household income in Brookfield, WI is $124,026, which is 69.4% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $67,459. The poverty rate of 3.5% is lower than the WI state average of 10.8%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4508, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, compared to the state average of 3.5%. The labor force is 20,757. 44.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 74.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 180.6, which is 80.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 210.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,481 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$458,500
Median List Price
$559,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Days on Market
66
Active Inventory
68
Months of Supply
5.7
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$496,570
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,155
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
33.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
45.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
12
New Listings
30
Pending Sales
40
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$206
Median List $/SF
$239
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Brookfield, WI? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area, home prices have risen 450.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 82.8%. The 10-year growth rate is 96.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 55.3%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 13.6%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI housing market rather than Brookfield alone.
Metro area: Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
Brookfield vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Brookfield is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Brookfield, WI has a median home value of $419,300, making it the 4,169th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Brookfield has a higher median home value than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Brookfield, WI has a median rent of $1,794, making it the 2,442nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Brookfield has a higher median rent than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Brookfield, WI has a price per square foot of $206, making it the 7,601st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Brookfield has a higher price per square foot than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Brookfield, WI has a rent burden of 17.4%, making it the 12,909th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Brookfield has a higher rent burden than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$419,300
Median Rent
$1,794
Total Housing Units
16,662
Vacancy Rate
2.8%
Owner Occupied
82.7%
Renter Occupied
17.3%
Median Property Tax
$5,244
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,619
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$5,244
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
of home value
Median Home Value
$419,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$6,080
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($5,244) by the median home value ($419,300). In Brookfield, WI, this works out to an effective rate of 1.25%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Brookfield, WI is $458,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 66 days on the market. 33.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $206. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,155/month. About 82.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1974. There are 16,662 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $5,244. The effective tax rate is 1.25%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
0.83
per 1,000 residents
-68% vs national
Property Crime Rate
10.97
per 1,000 residents
-36% vs national
Total Crimes
496
2024
Violent Clearance
60%
cases solved
Property Clearance
34%
cases solved
YoY Change
+6.5%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Brookfield Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Brookfield vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Brookfield 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)Brookfield police solve 83% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of rape 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 | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 1 | 0.02 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 11 | 0.26 | 18.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 23 | 0.55 | 82.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 45 | 1.07 | 11.1% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 395 | 9.40 | 35.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 21 | 0.50 | 61.9% |
Brookfield, WI reported 35 violent crimes and 461 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 0.83 per 1,000 residents is 68.0% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 60% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 395 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 21.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35 | 461 | 0.83 | 10.97 |
| 2023 | 33 | 488 | 0.78 | 11.56 |
| 2022 | 4 | 95 | 0.62 | 14.78 |
| 2021 | 16 | 559 | 0.41 | 14.23 |
| 2020 | 13 | 101 | 1.98 | 15.39 |
| 2019 | 6 | 102 | 0.96 | 16.24 |
| 2018 | 10 | 110 | 1.59 | 17.47 |
| 2017 | 6 | 126 | 0.98 | 20.63 |
| 2016 | 4 | 108 | 0.66 | 17.73 |
| 2015 | 4 | 122 | 0.66 | 19.99 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
88.9
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
93.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
97.4
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
18
Public Assistance
$6.8M
Individual Assistance
$262.9M
Most Common Type
Flood
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Floo… → | Flood | Sep 2025 | — | $179.8M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | $2.6M | $10.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2008 | $2.5M | $15.4M |
| Record Snow and Near Record Snow → | Snowstorm | Mar 2008 | $1.1M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2004 | — | $2.6M |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $562K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2000 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1997 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Hail → | Severe Storm | Aug 1991 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Oct 1986 | — | — |
| Severe Storms → | Flood | Aug 1986 | — | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Jun 1976 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Icing, Wind & Flooding → | Flood | Mar 1976 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1973 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jul 1969 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $54.2M |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
Showing 20 of 21 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
455
Total Claims Paid
$8,587,245
Avg Claim Payout
$18,873
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
19
Federal Funding
$4,260,525
Properties Protected
24
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
4.12
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 11 | $3,945,275 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 4 | $139,390 |
| 91.4: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $125,355 |
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $41,280 |
| 90.4: Mitigation Plan - Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $9,225 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Brookfield has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, hail, tornado. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (6 declarations). 455 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $6,760,583 in public assistance recovery funding. $262,926,918 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 19 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.9%
5.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
18.7%
4.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.2%
1.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
4.6%
6.0pp 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
36.3%
Arthritis
26.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
4.6%
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
11.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.7%
Loneliness
27.7%
Lack of Support
15.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
24.2%
Mobility
10.6%
Cognitive
8.9%
Hearing
6.4%
Vision
3.0%
Self-Care
2.4%
Independent Living
5.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Brookfield has an obesity rate of 30.9%, which is 5.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 18.7%, 4.8pp below the national average. About 4.6% of adults lack health insurance. 80.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.9 mi
Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Ho...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital | 3.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wisconsin | 3.9 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
| Aurora Psychiatric Hospital | 6.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| West Allis Memorial Hospital | 6.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Granite Hills Hospital | 6.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
35,909
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD WATER UTILITY | 29,070 | 0 |
| TOWN OF BROOKFIELD SAN DIST 4 | 6,419 | 0 |
| TAN OAK APTS | 325 | 1 |
| CARRIAGE HILLS CONDOMINIUMS | 50 | 3 |
| COUNTRY COURT SUBDIVISION | 45 | 0 |
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 4 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
74.1%
-6% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-93% vs national
Work From Home
19.4%
+109% vs national
Carpool
4.6%
Walk / Bike
0.9%
combined
How Brookfield's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Brookfield, WI covers travel times and transportation modes. 74.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.4% work from home, which is above the WI state average of 10.8%. 4.6% of workers carpool. 0.5% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
95.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
86.2%
of households
No Internet
3.3%
of households
Total Households
16,197
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.8%
of households
Smartphone
92.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
90.4%
of households
Tablet
75.0%
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
17.2¢
per kWh
-10% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
12.6¢
per kWh
-18% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-28% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$111
residential
-24% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
1% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Wisconsin averages 17.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $111. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Brookfield vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
5
Population Served
35,909
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD WATER UTILITY | Community | Ground water | 29,070 | 0 |
| TOWN OF BROOKFIELD SAN DIST 4 | Community | Ground water | 6,419 | 0 |
| TAN OAK APTS | Community | Ground water | 325 | 1 |
| CARRIAGE HILLS CONDOMINIUMS | Community | Ground water | 50 | 3 |
| COUNTRY COURT SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 45 | 0 |
95.5% of households in Brookfield have broadband internet access. 86.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.3% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 35,909 people. A total of 4 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Brookfield is located in Waukesha County, WI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Brookfield.
Election Overview
Source: Waukesha County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
108,478
39.5%
GOP Votes
162,768
59.2%
Total Votes
274,845
Margin
R+19.7%
Shift from 2020
D+1.1pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 108,478 | 162,768 | 274,845 | 39.5% | 59.2% | R+19.7 |
| 2020 | 103,906 | 159,649 | 267,996 | 38.8% | 59.6% | R+20.8 |
| 2016 | 79,200 | 142,521 | 233,273 | 34.0% | 61.1% | R+27.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Waukesha County recorded 274,845 total votes. Republicans won the county with 59.2% of the vote compared to 39.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+19.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+1.1pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Waukesha County has shifted 7.4 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
323
Total Assets
$1.0B
Total Income
$1.5B
Per 10K Residents
77.7
nonprofits
+61.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
52
Median Assets
$447K
Oldest Active
1937
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $844.1M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Brookfield
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFBrookfield, WI has 323 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.0B. The most common category is Education, with 61 organizations. 52 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 77.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1937.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
666
Total Approved
$244.6M
Jobs Supported
7,184
Per 10K Residents
160.1
SBA loans
+81.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
107
Top Lender
U.S. Bank, National Association
83 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
587
Total Amount
$194.6M
Avg Loan
$331,505
Median Loan
$144,000
SBA Guaranteed
$145.3M(75%)
Jobs Supported
6,218
Loans
79
Total Amount
$50.0M
Avg Loan
$632,608
Median Loan
$513,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
111
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$75.5M
31% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$680,348
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lifetime Door Company Inc. | 2 | $5.2M |
| City Cdjrf of Brookfield | 1 | $5.0M |
| Kiddie Academy | 1 | $4.3M |
| 3 North Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Bluemound Restaurant Corp | 6 | $3.9M |
| Mag-jentz Inc. | 7 | $3.8M |
| Brookfield Ventures Llc | 1 | $3.2M |
| Oriel Llc | 1 | $3.2M |
| Wsd Investment Co. | 2 | $3.1M |
| M2care Inc. | 2 | $3.0M |
Brookfield, WI has received 666 SBA loans totaling $244.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 587 loans (88% of the total), supporting 6,218 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 79 loans totaling $50.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Brookfield is U.S. Bank, National Association with 83 loans. That works out to 160.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
34
Total Population
807,166
Avg Median Income
-$19,536,983
Avg Home Value
-$19,368,881
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53005 | 22,125 | $123,486 | $386,300 | $1,810 | 14.7 |
| 53007 | 2,003 | $55,577 | $216,300 | $937 | 0.8 |
| 53045 | 23,072 | $116,541 | $443,500 | $1,867 | 14.4 |
| 53046 | 1,475 | $79,191 | $255,900 | N/A | 2.5 |
| 53051 | 39,000 | $98,423 | $341,700 | $1,257 | 33.3 |
| 53072 | 26,652 | $97,434 | $424,300 | $1,352 | 29.8 |
| 53089 | 20,202 | $116,042 | $387,100 | $1,270 | 26.9 |
| 53122 | 6,467 | $133,036 | $470,200 | $1,788 | 3.3 |
| 53130 | 7,647 | $86,806 | $290,400 | $1,274 | 3.2 |
| 53146 | 7,348 | $96,015 | $318,700 | $1,273 | 18.3 |
| 53151 | 32,865 | $99,248 | $351,300 | $1,424 | 17.5 |
| 53186 | 33,264 | $74,596 | $277,800 | $1,180 | 12.6 |
| 53188 | 34,290 | $88,656 | $317,300 | $1,235 | 26.8 |
| 53205 | 9,091 | $30,300 | $122,100 | $803 | 1.4 |
| 53206 | 20,219 | $28,995 | $70,800 | $998 | 2.6 |
| 53208 | 27,407 | $50,585 | $196,300 | $924 | 4.2 |
| 53209 | 44,963 | $45,288 | $150,200 | $980 | 10.9 |
| 53210 | 24,605 | $45,268 | $153,400 | $1,044 | 2.6 |
| 53213 | 26,293 | $94,144 | $311,200 | $1,228 | 3.9 |
| 53214 | 35,010 | $62,712 | $178,600 | $999 | 7.1 |
| 53215 | 58,375 | $49,207 | $148,400 | $933 | 5.5 |
| 53216 | 29,772 | $43,466 | $122,800 | $970 | 4.6 |
| 53218 | 40,581 | $42,207 | $122,200 | $1,034 | 5.9 |
| 53219 | 34,855 | $70,998 | $190,300 | $971 | 5.0 |
| 53220 | 27,678 | $69,301 | $218,800 | $1,063 | 5.5 |
| 53222 | 24,400 | $73,523 | $202,100 | $1,026 | 5.4 |
| 53223 | 29,287 | $60,477 | $184,300 | $1,071 | 9.9 |
| 53224 | 21,445 | $69,727 | $194,600 | $1,160 | 10.1 |
| 53225 | 25,277 | $54,433 | $174,500 | $1,094 | 7.0 |
| 53226 | 18,893 | $86,361 | $301,400 | $1,348 | 6.8 |
| 53227 | 22,988 | $71,594 | $214,300 | $1,057 | 5.1 |
| 53228 | 15,084 | $75,288 | $254,700 | $1,220 | 5.3 |
| 53233 | 14,412 | $20,306 | $132,900 | $846 | 1.8 |
| 53295 | 121 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
Brookfield, WI has 34 ZIP codes with a combined population of 807,166. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$19,536,983. The average median home value is -$19,368,881. The average median monthly rent is -$39,214,585.
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