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Brockton, MA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
$80/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Brockton is relatively affordable, with a mix of old and new homes, and a growing number of new developments and renovations. However, some areas of the city are still struggling with high vacancy rates and disinvestment. Overall, Brockton offers a range of housing options for different budgets and preferences.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
100
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| <p>State 5.2% + No County tax + Local 1.05% option tax</p> | |
Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income tax
Family & Relocation
55
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Brockton has a relatively stroller-friendly public transit system, with accessible buses and a downtown area that is easy to navigate on foot
- Brockton Rox baseball stadium
- Fuller Craft Museum
- D.W. Field Park
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
Brockton has regulations around zoning, parking, and business licensing, and is also subject to Massachusetts state laws and regulations
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Brockton — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Brockton tend to be higher in the winter months, when heating is needed, and lower in the summer months, when cooling is less necessary. However, the city's proximity to the coast means that summer temperatures can still be quite warm, and air conditioning may be needed to stay comfortable.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The city of Brockton has a property tax rate of 1.35%, with varying millage rates depending on the specific ZIP code and location
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, due to the city's relatively flat terrain, accessible sidewalks, and stroller-friendly public transit system, although some areas may have limited elevator access or rough pavement
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