Cost of Living in Brockton, MA
Population: 105,080 • 2026 Data
$77,089
Median Household Income
+0% vs national
$1,545
Median Monthly Rent
+15% vs national
$405,500
Median Home Value
+20% vs national
8.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brockton
The median home value in Brockton, MA is $405,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,545, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,785.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brockton, MA is $77,089. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3%, with a labor force of 55,106 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.