Brewster, NY Economy


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Brewster, NY is a great place to live for those who are looking for a peaceful yet modern lifestyle. The town has numerous amenities and attractions that make it an enjoyable place to reside. For instance, the average rent for a two bedroom apartment is $2,410- much higher than the national average of $1,430. Additionally, groceries in Brewster cost 5% more than the US average. Some of the local companies and attractions in Brewster include Oliver Kita Chocolates; Brewster Country Club; Putnam County Golf Course; and Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center. Residents can also enjoy outdoor recreation activities at lakes such as Lake Gleneida and South Loop Pond. With plenty to do in Brewster, there's something for everyone!

Brewster has an unemployment rate of 5.5%. The US average is 6.0%.

Brewster has seen the job market increase by 1.2% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 28.4%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Brewster
- The Sales Tax Rate for Brewster is 8.4%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Brewster is 6.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Brewster
- The average income of a Brewster resident is $22,936 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Brewster resident is $54,348 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyBrewster, New YorkUnited States
  5.56
  -5.8%-6.2%
  28.4%33.5%
  8.4%6.2%
  6.2%4.6%
  $29,163$37,638
  $54,348$69,021
  $65,938$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.0%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  6.5%6.8%
  4.2%10.0%
  1.3%2.5%
  9.0%11.0%
  3.6%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  5.1%1.9%
  2.2%4.7%
  4.1%1.9%
  4.7%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  17.3%4.2%
  2.8%9.3%
  6.1%14.0%
  2.7%2.1%
  14.0%7.0%
  13.6%4.8%
  2.9%4.7%
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Over 13 years ago

Lived here for some time, school taxes way above national average, the town once thriving is no longer the same, there are nicer towns going south along the rail but  More

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Over 18 years ago

A nice area that is 1 1/2 hr by train North of New York City. It is growing rapidly because of the cost of housing is becoming extreme as you get closer to NYC. It has  More

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