Brookfield

Brookfield, Wisconsin Overview

Brookfield ranks #1 of 20 cities in Wisconsin, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 65.7/100. The city stands out in Safety (93/100) and Fiscal Health (88/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Brookfield

Brookfield’s median household income of $124,026 is 71% above the Wisconsin median of $72,458, and its 2.7% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3%.

Safety in Brookfield

Brookfield’s violent crime rate of 80.6 per 100,000 is well below both the Wisconsin rate of 295 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1156.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Brookfield

The median home value is $419,300. Median monthly rent is $1,794. Renters spend 17.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Brookfield

The adult obesity rate in Brookfield is 30.9% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.2%. Residents report 11.4 poor mental health days per month, fewer than most cities. Wisconsin ranks #25 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Brookfield

Brookfield’s high school graduation rate of 98% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 16:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,987. The city has 7 public schools serving 6,461 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Brookfield

The annual average temperature in Brookfield is 51.4°F. Summers average 70.6°F. Winters average 33°F. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. 16.7% of workers in Brookfield work from home, well above the national average. The average commute of 17.4 minutes is notably short.

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