What are the schools like in Brewster, MA?

Brewster is served primarily by Brewster. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.9:1.

What is the median household income in Brewster?

The median household income in Brewster, MA is $62,695 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Brewster, MA?

Brewster has an average high temperature of 38.6°F in January and 78.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.5 inches.

Brewster, MA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Brewster, MA affordable or expensive?

Brewster's cost of living index is 106, where 100 represents the national average. This means Brewster is 6% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $668,600 and the median rent is $1,177 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Brewster, MA?

Brewster has a violent crime rate of 122.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 245.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Brewster, MA a Good Place to Live?

Brewster is a small town of 1,739 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $62,695 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 106 (US average = 100), which is 6% above the national average.

Strengths: Brewster stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Brewster is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Brewster city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 105.8

Brewster's overall cost of living index is 105.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Brewster costs roughly 6% more than the average American city.

Metric	Brewster, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$668,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,177	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,695	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Brewster's violent crime rate is 122.6 per 100,000 residents — 68% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

122.6 /100k

Property Crime

245.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Brewster is served primarily by Brewster. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Brewster, MA	National Avg
School District	Brewster	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	44.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Brewster sees average highs of 38.6°F in January and 78.7°F in July, with 50.1 inches of annual precipitation and 24.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Brewster, MA
Average High — January	38.6°F
Average High — July	78.7°F
Annual Precipitation	50.1"
Annual Snowfall	24.5"

Demographics

Metric	Brewster, MA	National Avg
Population	1,739	—
Median Age	62.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	11.7%	22.2%
65 and over	42.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Brewster

Brewster, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

02631

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brewster, MA affordable or expensive?

Brewster's cost of living index is 106, where 100 is the national average. That puts Brewster roughly 6% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $668,600 and median rent is $1,177/month.

What is the crime rate in Brewster, MA?

Brewster's violent crime rate is 122.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 245.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Brewster?

Public schools in Brewster are operated by Brewster. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1. 44.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Brewster, MA a good place to live?

Brewster, MA has a population of 1,739, a median household income of $62,695, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Brewster?

Brewster averages 38.6°F in January and 78.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.1 inches with about 24.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Brewster?

Brewster, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 02631.

What is the population of Brewster?

The population of Brewster, Massachusetts is 1,739 with a median age of 62.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Brewster?

Key numbers for living in Brewster: cost of living index 106 (100 = US average), median home $668,600, median household income $62,695, crime index 24 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Brewster side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.