Cost of Living in Brookline, MA
Population: 62,822 • 2026 Data
$140,631
Median Household Income
+82% vs national
$2,804
Median Monthly Rent
+108% vs national
$1,233,100
Median Home Value
+264% vs national
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brookline
The median home value in Brookline, MA is $1,233,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,804, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,878.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brookline, MA is $140,631. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5%, with a labor force of 38,008 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.