Braintree Town, MA
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Braintree Town Overview
38,748
TOTAL POPULATION
19,338
MALE POPULATION
19,410
FEMALE POPULATION
99.63
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.37
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$56,554
PER CAPITA INCOME
$155,251
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$120,593
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,153
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
22,272
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Braintree Town
The most populous races in Braintree Town are White / Caucasian (27,389 | 70.7%), Asian (8,036 | 20.7%), and Two or more Races (1,679 | 4.3%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 8,036 | 20.7% |
Black / African American | 1,296 | 3.3% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 1,110 | 2.9% |
Native / Alaskan | 4 | 0.0% |
White / Caucasian | 27,389 | 70.7% |
Two or more Races | 1,679 | 4.3% |
Some other Race | 344 | 0.9% |
Total | 38,748 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Braintree Town
The most populous ancestries reported in Braintree Town are Irish (11,443 | 29.5%), Italian (5,009 | 12.9%), Indian (Asian) (4,934 | 12.7%), English (3,133 | 8.1%), and American (1,590 | 4.1%), together accounting for 67.4% of all Braintree Town residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
African | 72 | 0.2% |
Albanian | 212 | 0.5% |
American | 1,590 | 4.1% |
Arab | 615 | 1.6% |
Argentinean | 8 | 0.0% |
Armenian | 92 | 0.2% |
Australian | 69 | 0.2% |
Austrian | 36 | 0.1% |
Belgian | 47 | 0.1% |
Bhutanese | 173 | 0.4% |
Brazilian | 202 | 0.5% |
British | 31 | 0.1% |
Bulgarian | 81 | 0.2% |
Burmese | 242 | 0.6% |
Canadian | 466 | 1.2% |
Cape Verdean | 150 | 0.4% |
Celtic | 10 | 0.0% |
Central American | 47 | 0.1% |
Choctaw | 6 | 0.0% |
Colombian | 91 | 0.2% |
Croatian | 27 | 0.1% |
Cuban | 125 | 0.3% |
Czech | 65 | 0.2% |
Danish | 67 | 0.2% |
Dominican | 296 | 0.8% |
Dutch | 88 | 0.2% |
Eastern European | 168 | 0.4% |
Ecuadorian | 35 | 0.1% |
Egyptian | 174 | 0.4% |
English | 3,133 | 8.1% |
European | 340 | 0.9% |
Finnish | 40 | 0.1% |
French | 548 | 1.4% |
French American Indian | 4 | 0.0% |
French Canadian | 432 | 1.1% |
German | 1,075 | 2.8% |
Greek | 574 | 1.5% |
Guatemalan | 25 | 0.1% |
Haitian | 244 | 0.6% |
Honduran | 2 | 0.0% |
Hungarian | 31 | 0.1% |
Indian (Asian) | 4,934 | 12.7% |
Iranian | 27 | 0.1% |
Irish | 11,443 | 29.5% |
Iroquois | 4 | 0.0% |
Italian | 5,009 | 12.9% |
Jamaican | 235 | 0.6% |
Japanese | 28 | 0.1% |
Korean | 336 | 0.9% |
Latvian | 19 | 0.1% |
Lebanese | 166 | 0.4% |
Lithuanian | 397 | 1.0% |
Macedonian | 15 | 0.0% |
Mexican | 42 | 0.1% |
Moroccan | 78 | 0.2% |
Northern European | 12 | 0.0% |
Norwegian | 62 | 0.2% |
Pakistani | 8 | 0.0% |
Peruvian | 25 | 0.1% |
Polish | 749 | 1.9% |
Portuguese | 418 | 1.1% |
Puerto Rican | 337 | 0.9% |
Russian | 317 | 0.8% |
Salvadoran | 20 | 0.1% |
Scandinavian | 19 | 0.1% |
Scotch-Irish | 124 | 0.3% |
Scottish | 571 | 1.5% |
Slovak | 10 | 0.0% |
South American | 184 | 0.5% |
Spaniard | 20 | 0.1% |
Spanish | 27 | 0.1% |
Sri Lankan | 1,506 | 3.9% |
Subsaharan African | 268 | 0.7% |
Swedish | 473 | 1.2% |
Swiss | 15 | 0.0% |
Syrian | 88 | 0.2% |
Thai | 977 | 2.5% |
Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 2 | 0.0% |
Turkish | 42 | 0.1% |
Ukrainian | 4 | 0.0% |
Welsh | 133 | 0.3% | View All 81 Rows |
Immigrants in Braintree Town
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Braintree Town came from Asia (5,165 | 13.3%), Eastern Asia (3,139 | 8.1%), China (2,951 | 7.6%), Europe (1,155 | 3.0%), and South Eastern Asia (1,153 | 3.0%), together accounting for 35.0% of all Braintree Town residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Africa | 158 | 0.4% |
Albania | 88 | 0.2% |
Argentina | 8 | 0.0% |
Asia | 5,165 | 13.3% |
Azores | 44 | 0.1% |
Belgium | 4 | 0.0% |
Brazil | 146 | 0.4% |
Bulgaria | 30 | 0.1% |
Cabo Verde | 37 | 0.1% |
Canada | 197 | 0.5% |
Caribbean | 550 | 1.4% |
Central America | 9 | 0.0% |
Chile | 21 | 0.1% |
China | 2,951 | 7.6% |
Colombia | 80 | 0.2% |
Cuba | 112 | 0.3% |
Dominican Republic | 134 | 0.4% |
Eastern Asia | 3,139 | 8.1% |
Eastern Europe | 276 | 0.7% |
Ecuador | 16 | 0.0% |
Egypt | 91 | 0.2% |
England | 86 | 0.2% |
Europe | 1,155 | 3.0% |
France | 6 | 0.0% |
Germany | 26 | 0.1% |
Greece | 95 | 0.3% |
Guatemala | 9 | 0.0% |
Haiti | 93 | 0.2% |
Hong Kong | 514 | 1.3% |
India | 578 | 1.5% |
Iran | 19 | 0.1% |
Ireland | 332 | 0.9% |
Italy | 124 | 0.3% |
Jamaica | 199 | 0.5% |
Japan | 54 | 0.1% |
Kazakhstan | 24 | 0.1% |
Korea | 134 | 0.4% |
Laos | 15 | 0.0% |
Latin America | 830 | 2.1% |
Lebanon | 28 | 0.1% |
Malaysia | 241 | 0.6% |
Nepal | 38 | 0.1% |
Northern Africa | 91 | 0.2% |
Northern Europe | 544 | 1.4% |
Pakistan | 72 | 0.2% |
Philippines | 122 | 0.3% |
Poland | 56 | 0.1% |
Portugal | 55 | 0.1% |
Russia | 42 | 0.1% |
South Africa | 30 | 0.1% |
South America | 271 | 0.7% |
South Central Asia | 750 | 1.9% |
South Eastern Asia | 1,153 | 3.0% |
Southern Europe | 299 | 0.8% |
Spain | 25 | 0.1% |
Sri Lanka | 19 | 0.1% |
Sweden | 24 | 0.1% |
Syria | 74 | 0.2% |
Taiwan | 49 | 0.1% |
Thailand | 8 | 0.0% |
Trinidad and Tobago | 12 | 0.0% |
Turkey | 21 | 0.1% |
Vietnam | 761 | 2.0% |
Western Africa | 37 | 0.1% |
Western Asia | 123 | 0.3% |
Western Europe | 36 | 0.1% | View All 66 Rows |
Sex and Age in Braintree Town
Sex and Age in Braintree Town
The most populous age groups in Braintree Town are 55 to 59 Years (1,636 | 8.5%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (1,497 | 7.7%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 1,013 (5.2%) | 637 (3.3%) |
5 to 9 Years | 1,378 (7.1%) | 861 (4.4%) |
10 to 14 Years | 1,172 (6.1%) | 1,306 (6.7%) |
15 to 19 Years | 1,272 (6.6%) | 1,367 (7.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 1,247 (6.5%) | 870 (4.5%) |
25 to 29 Years | 1,089 (5.6%) | 876 (4.5%) |
30 to 34 Years | 1,473 (7.6%) | 1,416 (7.3%) |
35 to 39 Years | 1,365 (7.1%) | 1,328 (6.8%) |
40 to 44 Years | 1,279 (6.6%) | 1,213 (6.2%) |
45 to 49 Years | 1,176 (6.1%) | 1,430 (7.4%) |
50 to 54 Years | 1,296 (6.7%) | 1,497 (7.7%) |
55 to 59 Years | 1,636 (8.5%) | 1,459 (7.5%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,126 (5.8%) | 1,236 (6.4%) |
65 to 69 Years | 814 (4.2%) | 996 (5.1%) |
70 to 74 Years | 818 (4.2%) | 888 (4.6%) |
75 to 79 Years | 600 (3.1%) | 668 (3.4%) |
80 to 84 Years | 310 (1.6%) | 583 (3.0%) |
85 Years and over | 274 (1.4%) | 779 (4.0%) |
Total | 19,338 (100.0%) | 19,410 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Braintree Town
Median Family Size in Braintree Town
The median family size in Braintree Town is 3.23 persons per family, with married-couple families (7,566 | 77.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.38 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (627 | 6.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.32 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 7,566 (77.4%) | 3.38 |
Single Male/Father | 627 (6.4%) | 2.32 |
Single Female/Mother | 1,580 (16.2%) | 2.87 |
Total Families | 9,773 (100.0%) | 3.23 |
Median Household Size in Braintree Town
The median household size in Braintree Town is 2.65 persons per household, with married-couple households (7,566 | 52.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.41 persons per household. non-family households (4,634 | 32.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 7,566 (52.5%) | 3.41 |
Single Male/Father | 627 (4.3%) | 2.62 |
Single Female/Mother | 1,580 (11.0%) | 3.09 |
Non-family | 4,634 (32.2%) | 1.26 |
Total Households | 14,407 (100.0%) | 2.65 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Braintree Town
Out of a total of 14,407 households in Braintree Town, 9,773 (67.8%) are family households, while 4,634 (32.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,217, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,717.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 3,717 (25.8%) |
2-Person Households | 3,217 (22.3%) | 867 (6.0%) |
3-Person Households | 2,688 (18.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 2,618 (18.2%) | 13 (0.1%) |
5-Person Households | 822 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 361 (2.5%) | 37 (0.3%) |
7+ Person Households | 67 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 9,773 (67.8%) | 4,634 (32.2%) |
Female Fertility in Braintree Town
Fertility by Age in Braintree Town
Average fertility rate in Braintree Town is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 42.5% of all women with births.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 105 (27.6%) | 77.0 |
20 to 34 years | 162 (42.5%) | 51.0 |
35 to 50 years | 114 (29.9%) | 27.0 |
Total | 381 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Braintree Town
64.0% of women with births (381) in Braintree Town are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 7.0% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 105 (100.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 138 (85.2%) | 24 (14.8%) |
35 to 50 years | 106 (93.0%) | 8 (7.0%) |
Total | 244 (64.0%) | 137 (36.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Braintree Town
Average fertility rate in Braintree Town is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 79.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 31.2% of all women with births.
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 119 (31.2%) | 79.0 |
High School Diploma | 42 (11.0%) | 40.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 65 (17.1%) | 44.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 101 (26.5%) | 36.0 |
Graduate Degree | 54 (14.2%) | 27.0 |
Total | 381 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Braintree Town
36.0% of women with births in Braintree Town are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 88.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 14 (11.8%) | 105 (88.2%) |
High School Diploma | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 51 (78.5%) | 14 (21.5%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 91 (90.1%) | 10 (9.9%) |
Graduate Degree | 46 (85.2%) | 8 (14.8%) |
Total | 244 (64.0%) | 137 (36.0%) |
Income in Braintree Town
Income Overview in Braintree Town
Per Capita Income in Braintree Town is $56,554, while median incomes of families and households are $155,251 and $120,593 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 38,748 | $56,554 |
Median Family Income | 9,773 | $155,251 |
Mean Family Income | 9,773 | $172,608 |
Median Household Income | 14,407 | $120,593 |
Mean Household Income | 14,407 | $149,467 |
Income Deficit | 9,773 | $10,153 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 38,748 | 23.26% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 38,748 | 76.74¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 38,748 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Braintree Town
Average Earnings in Braintree Town are $63,519, $71,920 for men and $55,191 for women, a difference of 23.3%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 11,735 (51.2%) | $71,920 |
Female | 11,197 (48.8%) | $55,191 |
Total | 22,932 (100.0%) | $63,519 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Braintree Town
The most common earnings brackets in Braintree Town are $100,000+ for men (4,076 | 34.7%) and $100,000+ for women (2,229 | 19.9%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 376 (3.2%) | 538 (4.8%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 180 (1.5%) | 364 (3.3%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 349 (3.0%) | 332 (3.0%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 254 (2.2%) | 374 (3.3%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 246 (2.1%) | 291 (2.6%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 86 (0.7%) | 227 (2.0%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 252 (2.1%) | 235 (2.1%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 133 (1.1%) | 177 (1.6%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 255 (2.2%) | 241 (2.1%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 137 (1.2%) | 247 (2.2%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 239 (2.0%) | 411 (3.7%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 470 (4.0%) | 517 (4.6%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 323 (2.8%) | 372 (3.3%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 305 (2.6%) | 498 (4.4%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 464 (4.0%) | 398 (3.5%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 528 (4.5%) | 355 (3.2%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 829 (7.1%) | 755 (6.7%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 614 (5.2%) | 640 (5.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,619 (13.8%) | 1,996 (17.8%) |
$100,000+ | 4,076 (34.7%) | 2,229 (19.9%) |
Total | 11,735 (100.0%) | 11,197 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Braintree Town
Average earnings in Braintree Town are $82,805 for men and $64,116 for women, a difference of 22.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $115,508, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,717. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $92,586, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $33,205.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | $34,717 | $40,302 |
High School Diploma | $54,711 | $33,205 |
College or Associate's Degree | $71,754 | $47,780 |
Bachelor's Degree | $88,800 | $81,734 |
Graduate Degree | $115,508 | $92,586 |
Total | $82,805 | $64,116 |
Family Income in Braintree Town
Family Income Brackets in Braintree Town
According to the Braintree Town family income data, there are 3,342 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 88 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 137 | 1.4% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 88 | 0.9% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 147 | 1.5% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 362 | 3.7% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 508 | 5.2% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,046 | 10.7% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 645 | 6.6% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,710 | 17.5% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 1,798 | 18.4% |
$200,000+ | 3,342 | 34.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Braintree Town
5-person families (747 | 7.6%) account for the highest median family income in Braintree Town with $236,696 per family, while 2-person families (3,458 | 35.4%) have the highest median income of $53,890 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 3,458 (35.4%) | $107,781 |
3-Person Families | 2,666 (27.3%) | $156,863 |
4-Person Families | 2,524 (25.8%) | $181,218 |
5-Person Families | 747 (7.6%) | $236,696 |
6-Person Families | 332 (3.4%) | $189,861 |
7+ Person Families | 46 (0.5%) | $229,167 |
Total | 9,773 (100.0%) | $155,251 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Braintree Town
The median family income in Braintree Town is $155,251, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,162) having the highest median family income of $228,527, while families with no earners (1,080) have the lowest median family income of $59,015, accounting for 22.1% and 11.1% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 1,080 (11.1%) | $59,015 |
1 Earner | 2,242 (22.9%) | $88,689 |
2 Earners | 4,289 (43.9%) | $172,437 |
3+ Earners | 2,162 (22.1%) | $228,527 |
Total | 9,773 (100.0%) | $155,251 |
Household Income in Braintree Town
Household Income Brackets in Braintree Town
With 3,803 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Braintree Town, accounting for 26.4% of all households. In contrast, only 288 households (2.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 418 | 2.9% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 288 | 2.0% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 648 | 4.5% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 677 | 4.7% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 922 | 6.4% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,686 | 11.7% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,340 | 9.3% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 2,348 | 16.3% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 2,262 | 15.7% |
$200,000+ | 3,803 | 26.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Braintree Town
The median household income in Braintree Town is $120,593, with the highest median household income of $155,782 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,622 households (39.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $60,556, with 4,012 households (27.9%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 100 (0.7%) | $83,830 |
25 to 44 Years | 4,673 (32.4%) | $151,295 |
45 to 64 Years | 5,622 (39.0%) | $155,782 |
65+ Years | 4,012 (27.9%) | $60,556 |
Total | 14,407 (100.0%) | $120,593 |
Poverty in Braintree Town
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Braintree Town
With 5.1% poverty level for males and 5.1% for females among the residents of Braintree Town, under 5 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 101 males (10.0%) and 222 females (12.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 101 (10.0%) | 50 (8.1%) |
5 Years | 11 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 85 (5.2%) | 65 (5.6%) |
12 to 14 Years | 62 (8.9%) | 14 (1.7%) |
15 Years | 8 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 4 (0.9%) | 9 (1.3%) |
18 to 24 Years | 169 (9.2%) | 42 (3.2%) |
25 to 34 Years | 65 (2.5%) | 95 (4.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 156 (5.9%) | 102 (4.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 36 (1.5%) | 96 (3.3%) |
55 to 64 Years | 74 (2.7%) | 215 (8.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 145 (9.1%) | 55 (3.0%) |
75 Years and over | 58 (5.1%) | 222 (12.3%) |
Total | 974 (5.1%) | 965 (5.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Braintree Town
According to the poverty statistics in Braintree Town, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 99.1% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 905 (90.0%) | 569 (91.9%) |
5 Years | 210 (95.0%) | 162 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 1,537 (94.8%) | 1,094 (94.4%) |
12 to 14 Years | 633 (91.1%) | 832 (98.4%) |
15 Years | 242 (96.8%) | 269 (100.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 428 (99.1%) | 663 (98.7%) |
18 to 24 Years | 1,659 (90.7%) | 1,254 (96.8%) |
25 to 34 Years | 2,493 (97.5%) | 2,179 (95.8%) |
35 to 44 Years | 2,480 (94.1%) | 2,428 (96.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,421 (98.5%) | 2,831 (96.7%) |
55 to 64 Years | 2,625 (97.3%) | 2,456 (91.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,450 (90.9%) | 1,785 (97.0%) |
75 Years and over | 1,078 (94.9%) | 1,583 (87.7%) |
Total | 18,161 (94.9%) | 18,105 (94.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Braintree Town
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Braintree Town show that 1.7% or 126 of the total 7,566 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 2.4%, comprising of 74 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 3,927 (98.7%) | 52 (1.3%) |
1 or 2 Children | 3,079 (97.7%) | 74 (2.4%) |
3 or 4 Children | 434 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 7,440 (98.3%) | 126 (1.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Braintree Town
According to the poverty data in Braintree Town, 4.6% or 29 single-father households and 13.3% or 210 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (6.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 130 households (17.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 9 (3.0%) | 66 (8.9%) |
1 or 2 Children | 20 (6.8%) | 130 (17.3%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (15.2%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 29 (4.6%) | 210 (13.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Braintree Town
The poverty data for Braintree Town shows that 126 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 239 of the single-parent households (10.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 74 households (2.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 150 household (14.4%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 52 (1.3%) | 75 (7.2%) |
1 or 2 Children | 74 (2.4%) | 150 (14.4%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (11.6%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 126 (1.7%) | 239 (10.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Braintree Town
Employment by Class of Employer in Braintree Town
Among the 20,857 employed individuals in Braintree Town, private company employees (12,866 | 61.7%), not-for-profit organizations (3,005 | 14.4%), and local government employees (1,935 | 9.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 12,866 | 61.7% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 926 | 4.4% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 846 | 4.1% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 3,005 | 14.4% |
Local Government Employees | 1,935 | 9.3% |
State Government Employees | 780 | 3.7% |
Federal Government Employees | 447 | 2.1% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 52 | 0.3% |
Total | 20,857 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Braintree Town
According to the labor force statistics for Braintree Town, out of the total population over 16 years of age (31,862), 69.9% or 22,272 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 869 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 93.9% or 4,869 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.8% or 101 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 854 (40.3%) | 101 (11.8%) |
20 to 24 Years | 1,647 (77.8%) | 58 (3.5%) |
25 to 29 Years | 1,786 (90.9%) | 89 (5.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 2,681 (92.8%) | 62 (2.3%) |
35 to 44 Years | 4,869 (93.9%) | 214 (4.4%) |
45 to 54 Years | 4,821 (89.3%) | 246 (5.1%) |
55 to 59 Years | 2,522 (81.5%) | 43 (1.7%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,665 (70.5%) | 3 (0.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,143 (32.5%) | 63 (5.5%) |
75 Years and over | 296 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 22,272 (69.9%) | 869 (3.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Braintree Town
According to labor force statistics for Braintree Town, 87.8% of individuals (18,346) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (20,895) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 660 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 94.9% or 10,410 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.5% or 237 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 726 (71.5%) | 33 (3.2%) |
High School Diploma | 3,165 (76.2%) | 312 (7.5%) |
College / Associate Degree | 4,047 (85.1%) | 214 (4.5%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 10,410 (94.9%) | 230 (2.1%) |
Total | 18,346 (87.8%) | 752 (3.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Braintree Town
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Braintree Town are Community & Social Service (2,968 | 13.9%), Management (2,824 | 13.2%), Business & Financial (1,906 | 8.9%), Education Instruction & Library (1,834 | 8.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (1,775 | 8.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Braintree Town, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (75.8%), Computers & Mathematics (75.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (73.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (75.7%), Education, Arts & Media (73.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (72.3%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 1,396 (49.4%) | 1,428 (50.6%) |
Business & Financial | 1,054 (55.3%) | 852 (44.7%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,311 (73.9%) | 464 (26.1%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 872 (75.1%) | 289 (24.9%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 326 (75.8%) | 104 (24.2%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 113 (61.4%) | 71 (38.6%) |
Community & Social Service | 995 (33.5%) | 1,973 (66.5%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 95 (26.8%) | 259 (73.2%) |
Legal Services & Support | 117 (47.2%) | 131 (52.8%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 509 (27.8%) | 1,325 (72.3%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 274 (51.5%) | 258 (48.5%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 638 (36.4%) | 1,113 (63.6%) |
Health Technologists | 294 (24.3%) | 916 (75.7%) |
Total (Category) | 5,394 (48.1%) | 5,830 (51.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 10,948 (51.1%) | 10,458 (48.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Braintree Town are Food Preparation & Serving (1,031 | 4.8%), Personal Care & Service (683 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (675 | 3.2%), Healthcare Support (561 | 2.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (517 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Braintree Town, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.0%), Security & Protection (80.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (72.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (82.5%), Personal Care & Service (73.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.6%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 98 (17.5%) | 463 (82.5%) |
Security & Protection | 540 (80.0%) | 135 (20.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 200 (68.3%) | 93 (31.7%) |
Law Enforcement | 340 (89.0%) | 42 (11.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 478 (46.4%) | 553 (53.6%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 375 (72.5%) | 142 (27.5%) |
Personal Care & Service | 178 (26.1%) | 505 (73.9%) |
Total (Category) | 1,669 (48.1%) | 1,798 (51.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 10,948 (51.1%) | 10,458 (48.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Braintree Town are Office & Administration (2,169 | 10.1%), and Sales & Related (1,575 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 698 (44.3%) | 877 (55.7%) |
Office & Administration | 626 (28.9%) | 1,543 (71.1%) |
Total (Category) | 1,324 (35.4%) | 2,420 (64.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 10,948 (51.1%) | 10,458 (48.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Braintree Town are Construction & Extraction (1,044 | 4.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (315 | 1.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (54 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 1,036 (99.2%) | 8 (0.8%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 280 (88.9%) | 35 (11.1%) |
Total (Category) | 1,370 (97.0%) | 43 (3.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 10,948 (51.1%) | 10,458 (48.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Braintree Town are Transportation (736 | 3.4%), Production (442 | 2.1%), and Material Moving (380 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 326 (73.8%) | 116 (26.2%) |
Transportation | 604 (82.1%) | 132 (17.9%) |
Material Moving | 261 (68.7%) | 119 (31.3%) |
Total (Category) | 1,191 (76.4%) | 367 (23.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 10,948 (51.1%) | 10,458 (48.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Braintree Town
Employment Industries in Braintree Town
The major employment industries in Braintree Town include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,533 | 16.5%), Educational Services (2,661 | 12.4%), Professional & Scientific (2,394 | 11.2%), Finance & Insurance (2,069 | 9.7%), and Retail Trade (1,853 | 8.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Braintree Town
The Braintree Town industries that see more men than women are Utilities (93.0%), Construction (92.4%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (80.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (68.3%), and Educational Services (66.7%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 82 (80.4%) | 20 (19.6%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 1,247 (92.4%) | 102 (7.6%) |
Manufacturing | 661 (64.2%) | 369 (35.8%) |
Wholesale Trade | 157 (57.7%) | 115 (42.3%) |
Retail Trade | 947 (51.1%) | 906 (48.9%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 625 (78.6%) | 170 (21.4%) |
Utilities | 53 (93.0%) | 4 (7.0%) |
Information | 254 (60.6%) | 165 (39.4%) |
Finance & Insurance | 950 (45.9%) | 1,119 (54.1%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 120 (49.8%) | 121 (50.2%) |
Professional & Scientific | 1,471 (61.5%) | 923 (38.6%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 410 (66.8%) | 204 (33.2%) |
Educational Services | 886 (33.3%) | 1,775 (66.7%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,121 (31.7%) | 2,412 (68.3%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 196 (57.0%) | 148 (43.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 672 (44.4%) | 843 (55.6%) |
Public Administration | 732 (65.1%) | 392 (34.9%) |
Total | 10,948 (51.1%) | 10,458 (48.9%) |
Education in Braintree Town
School Enrollment in Braintree Town
The most common levels of schooling among the 9,508 students in Braintree Town are high school (2,160 | 22.7%), middle school (2,037 | 21.4%), and college / undergraduate (1,876 | 19.7%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 569 | 6.0% |
Kindergarten | 489 | 5.1% |
Elementary School | 1,724 | 18.1% |
Middle School | 2,037 | 21.4% |
High School | 2,160 | 22.7% |
College / Undergraduate | 1,876 | 19.7% |
Graduate / Professional | 653 | 6.9% |
Total | 9,508 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Braintree Town
Out of a total of 9,508 students who are enrolled in schools in Braintree Town, 1,759 (18.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,749 (81.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 233 (47.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,207 (93.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 309 (80.3%) | 76 (19.7%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 1,855 (86.0%) | 303 (14.0%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,207 (93.8%) | 145 (6.2%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,368 (86.9%) | 207 (13.1%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 675 (75.4%) | 220 (24.6%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 748 (63.7%) | 427 (36.3%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 263 (53.0%) | 233 (47.0%) |
35 Years and over | 320 (67.8%) | 152 (32.2%) |
Total | 7,749 (81.5%) | 1,759 (18.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Braintree Town
Business (3,006 | 21.8%), science & technology (1,757 | 12.7%), social sciences (1,248 | 9.0%), engineering (1,217 | 8.8%), and education (1,195 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 13,786 individuals in Braintree Town who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 731 | 5.3% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 726 | 5.3% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 192 | 1.4% |
Psychology | 765 | 5.6% |
Social Sciences | 1,248 | 9.0% |
Engineering | 1,217 | 8.8% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 85 | 0.6% |
Science & Technology | 1,757 | 12.7% |
Business | 3,006 | 21.8% |
Education | 1,195 | 8.7% |
Literature & Languages | 555 | 4.0% |
Liberal Arts & History | 703 | 5.1% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 539 | 3.9% |
Communications | 367 | 2.7% |
Arts & Humanities | 700 | 5.1% |
Total | 13,786 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Braintree Town
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Braintree Town
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Braintree Town are males with 2 vehicles (4,966, accounting for 46.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (4,652, making up 48.7%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 289 (2.7%) | 304 (3.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 1,831 (17.2%) | 2,082 (20.4%) |
2 Vehicles | 4,966 (46.6%) | 4,652 (45.6%) |
3 Vehicles | 2,028 (19.1%) | 1,847 (18.1%) |
4 Vehicles | 996 (9.3%) | 868 (8.5%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 538 (5.1%) | 450 (4.4%) |
Total | 10,648 (100.0%) | 10,203 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Braintree Town
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Braintree Town are 60 to 89 minutes (2,532 commuters, 14.3%), 45 to 59 minutes (2,169 commuters, 12.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (2,005 commuters, 11.3%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 421 | 2.4% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 1,191 | 6.7% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 1,991 | 11.3% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 2,005 | 11.3% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 1,849 | 10.4% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 1,083 | 6.1% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 1,924 | 10.9% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 828 | 4.7% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 1,145 | 6.5% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 2,169 | 12.3% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 2,532 | 14.3% |
90 or more Minutes | 554 | 3.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Braintree Town
The most common commute times in Braintree Town are 45 to 59 minutes (1,383 commuters, 15.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,310 commuters, 15.2%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 190 (2.1%) | 231 (2.7%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 366 (4.0%) | 825 (9.6%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 681 (7.5%) | 1,310 (15.2%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 1,008 (11.1%) | 997 (11.6%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 913 (10.1%) | 936 (10.8%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 586 (6.5%) | 497 (5.8%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 1,028 (11.3%) | 896 (10.4%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 571 (6.3%) | 257 (3.0%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 669 (7.4%) | 476 (5.5%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 1,383 (15.3%) | 786 (9.1%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 1,325 (14.6%) | 1,207 (14.0%) |
90 or more Minutes | 345 (3.8%) | 209 (2.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Braintree Town
The most frequent times of departure to work in Braintree Town are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,281, 14.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,390, 16.1%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 437 (4.8%) | 173 (2.0%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 581 (6.4%) | 98 (1.1%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 434 (4.8%) | 270 (3.1%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,153 (12.7%) | 493 (5.7%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 951 (10.5%) | 980 (11.4%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,048 (11.6%) | 1,390 (16.1%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,111 (12.3%) | 1,078 (12.5%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,281 (14.1%) | 1,006 (11.7%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 349 (3.8%) | 800 (9.3%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 598 (6.6%) | 888 (10.3%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 221 (2.4%) | 294 (3.4%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 62 (0.7%) | 81 (0.9%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 391 (4.3%) | 659 (7.6%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 448 (4.9%) | 417 (4.8%) |
Total | 9,065 (100.0%) | 8,627 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Braintree Town
Occupancy by Ownership in Braintree Town
Of the total 14,407 dwellings in Braintree Town, owner-occupied units account for 11,045 (76.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,362 (23.3%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 11,045 | 76.7% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,362 | 23.3% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 14,407 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Braintree Town
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 3,717 | 25.8% |
2-Person Household | 4,084 | 28.3% |
3-Person Household | 2,688 | 18.7% |
4+ Person Household | 3,918 | 27.2% |
Total Housing Units | 14,407 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Braintree Town
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 2,185 (58.8%) | 1,532 (41.2%) |
2-Person Household | 3,120 (76.4%) | 964 (23.6%) |
3-Person Household | 2,100 (78.1%) | 588 (21.9%) |
4+ Person Household | 3,640 (92.9%) | 278 (7.1%) |
Total Housing Units | 11,045 (76.7%) | 3,362 (23.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Braintree Town
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 384 (58.5%) | 273 (41.5%) |
High School Diploma | 2,126 (69.1%) | 953 (30.9%) |
College/Associate Degree | 2,650 (77.9%) | 753 (22.1%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,885 (81.0%) | 1,383 (19.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Braintree Town
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 1,953 | 13.6% |
35 to 44 Years | 2,820 | 19.6% |
45 to 54 Years | 2,797 | 19.4% |
55 to 64 Years | 2,825 | 19.6% |
65 to 74 Years | 2,087 | 14.5% |
75 to 84 Years | 1,369 | 9.5% |
85 Years and Over | 556 | 3.9% |
Total | 14,407 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Braintree Town
Median Income by Occupancy in Braintree Town
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 11,045 (76.7%) | $151,392 |
Renter-Occupied | 3,362 (23.3%) | $65,287 |
Average | 14,407 (100.0%) | $120,593 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Braintree Town
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 114 (1.0%) | 183 (5.4%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 87 (0.8%) | 37 (1.1%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 99 (0.9%) | 195 (5.8%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 68 (0.6%) | 242 (7.2%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 186 (1.7%) | 157 (4.7%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 416 (3.8%) | 268 (8.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 631 (5.7%) | 286 (8.5%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,120 (10.1%) | 562 (16.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 907 (8.2%) | 438 (13.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,826 (16.5%) | 517 (15.4%) |
$150,000 or more | 5,591 (50.6%) | 477 (14.2%) |
Total | 11,045 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Braintree Town
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 38 (0.3%) | 93 (2.8%) |
$300 to $499 | 150 (1.4%) | 339 (10.1%) |
$500 to $799 | 1,142 (10.3%) | 232 (6.9%) |
$800 to $999 | 930 (8.4%) | 147 (4.4%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 1,352 (12.2%) | 586 (17.4%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 1,242 (11.2%) | 658 (19.6%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 1,469 (13.3%) | 390 (11.6%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 2,110 (19.1%) | 438 (13.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 2,612 (23.6%) | 379 (11.3%) |
Total | 11,045 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Braintree Town
Housing Structures in Braintree Town
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 9,234 | 64.1% |
Single Unit, Attached | 636 | 4.4% |
2 Unit Apartments | 763 | 5.3% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 641 | 4.4% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 737 | 5.1% |
10 or more Apartments | 2,379 | 16.5% |
Mobile Home / Other | 17 | 0.1% |
Total | 14,407 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Braintree Town
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 8,845 (95.8%) | 389 (4.2%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 503 (79.1%) | 133 (20.9%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 359 (47.0%) | 404 (52.9%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 85 (13.3%) | 556 (86.7%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 185 (25.1%) | 552 (74.9%) |
10 or more Apartments | 1,051 (44.2%) | 1,328 (55.8%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 11,045 (76.7%) | 3,362 (23.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Braintree Town
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 17 (0.2%) | 52 (1.5%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 493 (4.5%) | 1,371 (40.8%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 2,233 (20.2%) | 1,418 (42.2%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 5,212 (47.2%) | 402 (12.0%) |
8 or more Rooms | 3,090 (28.0%) | 119 (3.5%) |
Total | 11,045 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Braintree Town
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 5,779 (52.3%) | 1,696 (50.4%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 289 (2.6%) | 86 (2.6%) |
Electricity | 707 (6.4%) | 1,106 (32.9%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 4,138 (37.5%) | 453 (13.5%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 76 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 56 (0.5%) | 21 (0.6%) |
Total | 11,045 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Braintree Town
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 402 (3.6%) | 745 (22.2%) |
1 Vehicle | 3,269 (29.6%) | 1,519 (45.2%) |
2 Vehicles | 4,959 (44.9%) | 901 (26.8%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 2,415 (21.9%) | 197 (5.9%) |
Total | 11,045 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Braintree Town
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Braintree Town
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 3,285 | 7,760 |
Median Property Value | $574,000 | $605,500 |
Median Household Income | $91,268 | $4,565 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $887 | $2,612 |
Real Estate Taxes | $5,098 | $88 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Braintree Town
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 56 (1.7%) | 45 (0.6%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 19 (0.6%) | 56 (0.7%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 145 (4.4%) | 357 (4.6%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 973 (29.6%) | 1,753 (22.6%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 1,518 (46.2%) | 3,954 (50.9%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 488 (14.9%) | 1,148 (14.8%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 86 (2.6%) | 447 (5.8%) |
Total | 3,285 (100.0%) | 7,760 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Braintree Town
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 151 (4.6%) | 146 (1.9%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 203 (6.2%) | 50 (0.6%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 218 (6.6%) | 150 (1.9%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 325 (9.9%) | 198 (2.5%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 483 (14.7%) | 306 (3.9%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 374 (11.4%) | 637 (8.2%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 505 (15.4%) | 533 (6.9%) |
$150,000 or more | 1,026 (31.2%) | 1,321 (17.0%) |
Total | 3,285 (100.0%) | 7,760 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Braintree Town
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 276 (8.4%) | 171,358 (2,208.2%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 511 (15.6%) | 1,102 (14.2%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 302 (9.2%) | 1,813 (23.4%) |
4.0x or more | 2,126 (64.7%) | 1,528 (19.7%) |
Total | 3,285 (100.0%) | 7,760 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Braintree Town
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 61 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 101 (3.1%) | 37 (0.5%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 3,064 (93.3%) | 216 (2.8%) |
Total | 3,285 (100.0%) | 7,760 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Braintree Town
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Braintree Town
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 1,991 (97.9%) | 42 (2.1%) |
6 to 18 Years | 6,464 (99.0%) | 64 (1.0%) |
19 to 25 Years | 2,679 (97.9%) | 58 (2.1%) |
26 to 34 Years | 4,537 (97.6%) | 110 (2.4%) |
35 to 44 Years | 5,104 (98.8%) | 62 (1.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 5,258 (97.7%) | 126 (2.3%) |
55 to 64 Years | 5,254 (97.8%) | 116 (2.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3,414 (99.4%) | 21 (0.6%) |
75 Years and older | 2,941 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 37,642 (98.4%) | 599 (1.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Braintree Town
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 1,991 (97.9%) | 42 (2.1%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,464 (99.0%) | 64 (1.0%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,679 (97.9%) | 58 (2.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Braintree Town
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 1,940 (98.6%) | 27 (1.4%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 2,924 (97.1%) | 86 (2.9%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 3,438 (96.3%) | 132 (3.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 2,739 (99.0%) | 29 (1.1%) |
$100,000 and over | 26,526 (98.8%) | 320 (1.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Braintree Town
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 356 (17.5%) | 1,721 (84.7%) |
6 to 18 Years | 1,046 (16.0%) | 5,641 (86.4%) |
19 to 25 Years | 419 (15.3%) | 2,318 (84.7%) |
25 to 34 Years | 740 (15.9%) | 3,993 (85.9%) |
35 to 44 Years | 748 (14.5%) | 4,552 (88.1%) |
45 to 54 Years | 908 (16.9%) | 4,533 (84.2%) |
55 to 64 Years | 989 (18.4%) | 4,397 (81.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3,144 (91.5%) | 2,049 (59.7%) |
75 Years and over | 2,941 (100.0%) | 1,820 (61.9%) |
Total | 11,291 (29.5%) | 31,024 (81.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Braintree Town
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 140 (4.3%) | 147 (4.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 223 (5.1%) | 98 (2.8%) |
35 to 64 Years | 329 (4.2%) | 788 (9.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 469 (29.4%) | 393 (21.4%) |
75 Years and over | 406 (35.7%) | 1,007 (55.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Braintree Town
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.3%) |
18 to 34 Years | 24 (0.5%) | 11 (0.3%) |
35 to 64 Years | 95 (1.2%) | 250 (3.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 168 (10.5%) | 40 (2.2%) |
75 Years and over | 247 (21.7%) | 470 (26.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 31 (1.0%) | 14 (0.4%) |
18 to 34 Years | 20 (0.5%) | 3 (0.1%) |
35 to 64 Years | 34 (0.4%) | 126 (1.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 86 (5.4%) | 1 (0.1%) |
75 Years and over | 28 (2.5%) | 123 (6.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 109 (3.4%) | 84 (2.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 158 (3.6%) | 74 (2.1%) |
35 to 64 Years | 190 (2.4%) | 213 (2.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 206 (12.9%) | 145 (7.9%) |
75 Years and over | 43 (3.8%) | 255 (14.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (0.4%) |
18 to 34 Years | 41 (0.9%) | 3 (0.1%) |
35 to 64 Years | 89 (1.1%) | 376 (4.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 95 (6.0%) | 253 (13.8%) |
75 Years and over | 175 (15.4%) | 650 (36.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 44 (1.4%) | 29 (0.9%) |
18 to 34 Years | 74 (1.7%) | 3 (0.1%) |
35 to 64 Years | 39 (0.5%) | 156 (1.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 44 (2.8%) | 56 (3.0%) |
75 Years and over | 29 (2.5%) | 182 (10.1%) |
Technology Access in Braintree Town
Computing Device Access in Braintree Town
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 12,445 | 86.4% |
Smartphone | 12,760 | 88.6% |
Tablet | 9,980 | 69.3% |
No Computing Device | 620 | 4.3% |
Total | 14,407 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Braintree Town
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 14 | 0.1% |
Broadband Home | 11,874 | 82.4% |
Cellular Data Only | 1,454 | 10.1% |
Satellite Internet | 328 | 2.3% |
No Internet | 944 | 6.6% |
Total | 14,407 | 100.0% |
Braintree Town Summary
Braintree Town is a town located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Greater Boston area and is located about 10 miles south of downtown Boston. The town is bordered by Quincy to the north, Randolph to the east, Holbrook to the southeast, Weymouth to the south, and Milton and Canton to the west. As of the 2010 census, the population of Braintree Town was 35,744.
History
The area that is now Braintree Town was originally inhabited by the Wampanoag people. The first European settlers arrived in 1625 and established the town of Braintree. The town was named after the town of Braintree in Essex, England. The town was officially incorporated in 1640 and was part of Suffolk County until 1793, when it became part of Norfolk County.
In the 19th century, Braintree Town was a major center for the production of shoes and leather goods. The town was also home to several large factories, including the American Woolen Company, which was the largest woolen mill in the United States.
Geography
Braintree Town is located in eastern Massachusetts, about 10 miles south of downtown Boston. The town is bordered by Quincy to the north, Randolph to the east, Holbrook to the southeast, Weymouth to the south, and Milton and Canton to the west. The town covers an area of 16.3 square miles and is located on the South Shore of Massachusetts.
The town is located on the Neponset River, which flows through the town from north to south. The town is also home to several ponds, including Sunset Lake, Pond Meadow, and Monatiquot Pond.
Economy
Braintree Town is home to several large employers, including the South Shore Plaza, which is the largest shopping mall in the state. The town is also home to several large companies, including the South Shore Bank, the South Shore YMCA, and the South Shore Hospital.
The town is also home to several technology companies, including the software company PTC, the medical device company Boston Scientific, and the biotechnology company Genzyme.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Braintree Town was 35,744. The racial makeup of the town was 87.3% White, 4.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 4.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median household income in Braintree Town was $77,837, and the median family income was $90,945. The per capita income for the town was $35,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.7% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Braintree Town?
Total Population of Braintree Town is 38,748.
What is the Total Male Population of Braintree Town?
Total Male Population of Braintree Town is 19,338.
What is the Total Female Population of Braintree Town?
Total Female Population of Braintree Town is 19,410.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Braintree Town?
There are 99.63 Males per 100 Females in Braintree Town.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Braintree Town?
There are 100.37 Females per 100 Males in Braintree Town.
What is the Median Population Age in Braintree Town?
Median Population Age in Braintree Town is 41.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Braintree Town
Average Family Size in Braintree Town is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Braintree Town
Average Household Size in Braintree Town is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Braintree Town?
Per Capita income in Braintree Town is $56,554.
What is the Median Family Income in Braintree Town?
Median Family Income in Braintree Town is $155,251.
What is the Median Household income in Braintree Town?
Median Household Income in Braintree Town is $120,593.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Braintree Town?
Income or Wage Gap in Braintree Town is 23.3%.
Women in Braintree Town earn 76.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Braintree Town?
Family Income Deficit in Braintree Town is $10,153.
Families that are below poverty line in Braintree Town earn $10,153 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Braintree Town?
Inequality or Gini Index in Braintree Town is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Braintree Town?
There are 22,272 People in the Labor Forcein in Braintree Town.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Braintree Town?
69.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Braintree Town.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Braintree Town?
Unemployment Rate in Braintree Town is 3.9%.