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Comprehensive Data Report

Brooklyn, NY

ZIP Code 11217

Kings County

Population
43,045
Median Income
$152,735
Home Value
$1,603,300
Livability
63/100
Total Population
43,045
Median Household Income
$152,735
Median Home Value
$1,603,300
Median Rent
$2,651

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 112% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 364% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$152,735
112.3% above state avg
Home Value
$1,603,300
363.7% above state avg
Rent
$2,651
44.8% above state avg
Population Density
43,045 residents
Median Age
35.8 years
Safety Score
71/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
63
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
30/100
Safety
71/100
Education
45/100
Employment
78/100
Housing
59/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Brooklyn, NY 11217

Coordinates: 40.6849°, -73.9806°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
197
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
336
Above avg
Transportation
124
Above avg
Healthcare
112
Above avg
Groceries
135
Above avg
Utilities
119
Above avg
Overall
197
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
27,118
Employment Rate
88.0%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
18%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
17%
Education
12.5%
Retail Trade
10.8%
Manufacturing
9%
Professional Services
8.1%
Total Employed
23,863
Total Unemployed
3,255
Unemployment Rate
12.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
35.8 years
Per Capita Income
$100,325
Poverty Rate
10.9%