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Holbrook, Massachusetts


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Holbrook, Massachusetts

Holbrook, Massachusetts, in Norfolk county, is 4 miles N of Brockton, Massachusetts (center to center) and 14 miles S of Boston, Massachusetts. Part of the surrounding Boston metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Holbrook is home to some 10,785 residents.

The People and Families of Holbrook

In Holbrook, about 53% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Holbrook had a median family income of $62,532.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($6,750) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Holbrook. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Holbrook Housing

According to the 2000 census, 76% of the housing in Holbrook was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Holbrook, 89% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the town.

Of Note

High Points

Holbrook strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Massachusetts):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Holbrook Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 19%Holbrook Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Holbrook, MA

Comparing Holbrook to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men86
Well-Paid Single Women86
Age of the Population75
Senior Citizens78
Male Share of the Population75
Racial Diversity59
Female Share of the Population56
Children Under 5 Years Old45

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size76
Portion of People Married64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income85
People in Middle Class or Better74
People Above Poverty74
College Educated Adults52

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Walking and Biking to Work34
Working at Home31
Short Commute Times24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68
People Living Alone46
Affordability of Property Taxes35
Affordability of Rents35
Housing Recently Built34
Seasonal and Vacation Housing21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime83
Low Violent Crime64

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