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See what Brookings, OR has to offer.

All About

Living in Brookings, OR

Brookings is a small town in Oregon with just over 6,000 residents. Retirees are a frequent sight, as they account for 29% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, with an average age of just under 47, skew older than most cities in Oregon. By a narrow 53%-47% margin, homeowners slightly outnumber renters in Brookings. The average rent of $993 per month is a bit below the state average.

With an average commute time of about 14 minutes, shorter than most cities in Oregon, Brookings residents find that it isn't overly time-consuming to get to work. Many residents (29%) drive themselves to work, while public transportation isn't used. Walking (4%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number does exceed the national average.

Compared to the national average (5%), Brookings has a large number of residents over the age of 25 who possess an Associate's degree (8%). Further, 12% possess a Bachelor's degree and 5% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate. Retail is the most common industry in Brookings, making up 6% of the population. With an average annual income of just over $54K, Brookings workers earn less than the average Oregon resident. The town's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345).

Who Lives Here

Brookings Demographics

Education

High School

23%

Associate's

27%

Bachelor's

9%

Master's

6%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

63%

3 people

23%

4 people

9%

5 people

4%

6+ people

1%

Household Income

0-50k

46%

50-100k

36%

100-150k

14%

150-200k

3%

200k+

1%

Age

0-10

10%

10-20

9%

20-45

24%

45-65

24%

65+

33%

Getting Around Brookings

Brookings Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

65%

15-30 Mins

20%

30-40 Mins

13%

40-60 Mins

2%

60+ Mins

1%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 2323

Walk Score®

Percentage: 3131

Bike Score®

Brookings Education

Schools

Top Schools in Brookings

4/10

Kalmiopsis Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

4/10

Pine Grove Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

4/10

Mary Peacock Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

4/10

Bess Maxwell Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

3/10

Joe Hamilton Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

NRNo Rating

Mountain Elementary School

Grades K-8 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Brookings, OR

Brookings is a small town in Oregon with just over 6,000 residents. Retirees are a frequent sight, as they account for 29% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, with an average age of just under 47, skew older than most cities in Oregon. By a narrow 53%-47% margin, homeowners slightly outnumber renters in Brookings. The average rent of $993 per month is a bit below the state average.

With an average commute time of about 14 minutes, shorter than most cities in Oregon, Brookings residents find that it isn't overly time-consuming to get to work. Many residents (29%) drive themselves to work, while public transportation isn't used. Walking (4%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number does exceed the national average.

Compared to the national average (5%), Brookings has a large number of residents over the age of 25 who possess an Associate's degree (8%). Further, 12% possess a Bachelor's degree and 5% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate. Retail is the most common industry in Brookings, making up 6% of the population. With an average annual income of just over $54K, Brookings workers earn less than the average Oregon resident. The town's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345).