Brockton
City in Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Brockton is a city in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, with 105,643 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 112 ft (34 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Avon, 3.7 miles NW.
- 105,643residents (2020 Census)
- 112 ftelevation · 34 m
- 21.3 sq miland area · 55.3 km²
- 4,952 / sq mipopulation density
- 02301main ZIP code (3 in total)
About Brockton
Brockton is a city in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States. Its population was 105,643 at the 2020 United States census, and it is a major economic and commercial hub for the southern part of Greater Boston. Along with Plymouth, it is one of the two county seats of the county. It is the sixth-largest city in Massachusetts and is sometimes referred to as the "City of Champions", due to the success of native boxers Rocky Marciano and Marvin Hagler, as well as its successful Brockton High School sports programs. Two villages within it are Montello and Campello, both of which have MBTA Commuter Rail Stations and post offices. Campello is the smallest neighborhood, but also the most populous. Brockton hosts a baseball team, the Brockton Rox of the Frontier League. It is one of the windiest cities in the United States, with wind speeds in the area averaging 14.3 mph (23.0 km/h).
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Living in Brockton
- Median household income
- $80,115
- Median home value
- $437,500
- Median rent
- $1,641/mo
- Median age
- 36.7
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Brockton had 105,643 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 105,643 |
|---|---|
| Density | 4,952 per sq mi (1,912 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Brockton at a glance
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
|---|---|
| County | Plymouth County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 105,643 (2020) |
| Land area | 21.33 sq mi (55.3 km²) |
| Water area | 0.18 sq mi (0.48 km²) |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.0829° N, 71.0253° W |
| ZIP codes | 02301, 02302, 02357 |
| Official website | ci.brockton.ma.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2509000 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Brockton
- Avon3.7 mi NW
- Abington4.2 mi NE
- Holbrook4.2 mi N
- West Bridgewater4.2 mi S
- Whitman4.4 mi E
- Stoughton4.7 mi NW
- Easton5.3 mi SW
- East Bridgewater5.3 mi SE
- Rockland6.8 mi NE
- Randolph Town6.8 mi N
- Bridgewater Town8.0 mi S
- Canton8.2 mi NW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Brockton
What county is Brockton in?
Brockton is in Plymouth County, Massachusetts.
What is the population of Brockton, MA?
105,643 people lived in Brockton at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Brockton, MA?
The main ZIP code is 02301. Other ZIP codes: 02302, 02357.
What is the elevation of Brockton?
112 feet (34 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Brockton?
Avon (3.7 mi), Abington (4.2 mi), Holbrook (4.2 mi), West Bridgewater (4.2 mi), Whitman (4.4 mi).
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