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Brookfield

Pop. 41,273·3rd most expensive in Wisconsin·Rental market data updated monthly for Brookfield, WI
Median rent (all units)
$2,207/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.4%
Month-over-Month
+7.3%
vs US Median
+$242
Rising (Monthly)
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Brookfield · $2,207
More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,207/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$88,000/yr
Local median income
$129,548/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Brookfield's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,410
1 BR
$1,590
2 BR
$1,890
3 BR
$2,340
4 BR+
$2,560
Research median
$1,890/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$26,484/yr
At $2,207/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 1.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.4% YoY, +7.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Brookfield, WI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 64.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
41,273
Median income
$129,548
Median age
43.8
Renters
17.2%
Age distribution
23.8%
13.7%
26.9%
12.1%
23.4%
Under 1823.8%
18–3413.7%
35–5426.9%
55–6412.1%
65+23.4%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
78.6%
White78.6%
Black1.4%
Hispanic4.4%
Asian11.2%
Other4.5%
Education (25+)
12.2%
21.6%
64.3%
No HS diploma1.9%
HS diploma12.2%
Some college21.6%
Bachelor's+64.3%
Housing tenure
82.8%
17.2%
Owner82.8%
Renter17.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Brookfield, WI has changed in 5 years

Income
$110,616 → $129,548
up 17.1%
Population
41,020 → 41,273
up 0.6%
Renter share
17.6% → 17.2%
-0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
62.4% → 64.3%
+1.9 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $110,616 in 2021 to $129,548 more recently.

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Brookfield rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Brookfield. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Brookfield, WI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Brookfield is $2,207/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,890/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,590/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,340/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($129,548/yr), Brookfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Brookfield an affordable city for renters?

Brookfield is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,207/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($129,548/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Brookfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Brookfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $88,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,207/mo in Brookfield. The local median household income is $129,548/yr, meaning the typical Brookfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Brookfield?

Rent in Brookfield has decreased 1.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Brookfield neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Brookfield are 53005 ($2,176/mo), and 53045 ($2,317/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Brookfield is $2,207/mo.

How does Brookfield rent compare to other cities in Wisconsin?

Brookfield is one of the pricier cities in Wisconsin for rent, ranking #3 out of 62 tracked cities at $2,207/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Brookfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Brookfield ($2,207/mo): West Allis ($1,372/mo), Waukesha ($1,490/mo), Wauwatosa ($1,722/mo).

What percentage of Brookfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.2% of Brookfield households are renters, while 82.8% are owner-occupied. Brookfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Brookfield rent compare to the national average?

Brookfield's median rent of $2,207/mo is $242 (12%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Wisconsin, it ranks #3 out of 62 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,207/mo, rent takes ~20% of Brookfield's median household income ($129,548/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.5–7.65%
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