What are the schools like in Millbrook, NY?

Millbrook is served primarily by MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.3:1.

What is the median household income in Millbrook?

The median household income in Millbrook, NY is $71,477 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Millbrook, NY?

Millbrook has an average high temperature of 34.5°F in January and 82.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 57.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Millbrook, NY affordable or expensive?

Millbrook's cost of living index is 101, where 100 represents the national average. This means Millbrook is 1% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $369,300 and the median rent is $981 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Millbrook, NY?

Millbrook has a violent crime rate of 90.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 328.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Millbrook, NY a Good Place to Live?

Millbrook is a small town of 1,382 in New York, with a median household income of $71,477 . Its cost of living index is 101 (US average = 100), which is 1% above the national average.

Strengths: Millbrook stands out for solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Millbrook is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Millbrook 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: 101.4

Millbrook's overall cost of living index is 101.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Millbrook costs roughly 1% more than the average American city.

Metric	Millbrook, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$369,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$981	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	51.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,477	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Millbrook's violent crime rate is 90.4 per 100,000 residents — 76% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

90.4 /100k

Property Crime

328.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Millbrook is served primarily by MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Millbrook, NY	National Avg
School District	MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	39.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Millbrook sees average highs of 34.5°F in January and 82.5°F in July, with 48.3 inches of annual precipitation and 57.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Millbrook, NY
Average High — January	34.5°F
Average High — July	82.5°F
Annual Precipitation	48.3"
Annual Snowfall	57.9"

Demographics

Metric	Millbrook, NY	National Avg
Population	1,382	—
Median Age	58.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.0%	18.9%
Asian	4.8%	6.3%
Under 18	10.8%	22.2%
65 and over	35.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Salt Point, NY 5 mi Dover Plains, NY 7 mi Wassaic, NY 7 mi Pleasant Valley, NY 7 mi Amenia, NY 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Millbrook

Millbrook, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

12545

Millbrook vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Millbrook, NY affordable or expensive?

Millbrook's cost of living index is 101, where 100 is the national average. That puts Millbrook roughly 1% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $369,300 and median rent is $981/month.

What is the crime rate in Millbrook, NY?

Millbrook's violent crime rate is 90.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 328.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Millbrook?

Public schools in Millbrook are operated by MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1. 39.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Millbrook, NY a good place to live?

Millbrook, NY has a population of 1,382, a median household income of $71,477, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Millbrook?

Millbrook averages 34.5°F in January and 82.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.3 inches with about 57.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Millbrook?

Millbrook, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 12545.

What is the population of Millbrook?

The population of Millbrook, New York is 1,382 with a median age of 58.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Millbrook?

Key numbers for living in Millbrook: cost of living index 101 (100 = US average), median home $369,300, median household income $71,477, crime index 21 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Millbrook side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.