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Brighton, NB

New Brunswick

Brighton is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,596. Residents earn $61,200 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,596 Population 8/sq mi density
$61,200 Median Income $37,900 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 8.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$61,200 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,200
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

How Brighton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,596
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$61,200
Per Capita$37,900
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty19.8%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$800
Ownership88.2%
Housing Units675
Rent Burden8.3%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+34.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Brighton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brighton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Brighton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brighton is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brighton is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Brighton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 17.0 inches of snow.

Brighton has a population of 1,596 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 196.6 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.3% of residents.

Population

1,596
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
196.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Brighton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 3.5%

Social Characteristics

Brighton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brighton is $61,200, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,900. The average weekly wage is $729, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 49 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 19.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Brighton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,200
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,900
Avg Weekly Wage$729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Brighton is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 88.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 675 total housing units in the city. 8.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden8.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.2%
Owner-Occupied88.2%
Renter-Occupied11.9%
Housing Units675

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Brighton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Brighton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Brighton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches. The area receives 17.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area196.6 sq mi (509.3 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates46.3200°N, 67.3880°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.7"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 17.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.5 on Feb 17, 2025.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 98 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 97 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 117 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 97 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 99 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 130 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 30 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 88 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 62 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 130 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 125 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 97 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 71 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 134 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 98 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 130 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 130 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 80 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 97 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Kyle (2008).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Kyle Category 1 295 km
2003 Juan Category 2 279 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 3.1 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
November 33°F (1°C) 4.1 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.7 in

Brighton has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 11°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.5").

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8.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+34.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area196.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.5%

Radio Stations near Brighton

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Folk'd Up Radio americana, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSR-FM 97.9 campus radio, college radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Brighton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carleton County Military Museum
Shogomoc Railway Historic Site
Shogomoc Welcome Centre
The Granville

Libraries in Brighton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew and Laura McCain Public Library0.0
Dr. Walter Chestnut Public Library0.0
L. P. Fisher Public Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Brighton

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Crabbe Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Brighton

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Houlton International AirportHULMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Bristol Airport-Small Airport
Clearwater Airport-Small Airport
Florenceville Airport-Small Airport
Fort Fairfield Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Graham Field-Small Airport
Juniper Airport-Small Airport
Loring International AirportLIZSmall Airport
Mars Hill Airport-Small Airport
Murphy Road Airstrip-Small Airport
Russell Field-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport
Woodstock Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brighton

What is the population of Brighton?

Brighton has a population of 1,596 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 196.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Brighton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Brighton safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Brighton receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Brighton?

Brighton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches, with 17.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Brighton?

The job market in Brighton faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $729. There are 49 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 19.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Brighton?

The median home value in Brighton is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 88.2%.

How are the schools in Brighton?

8.0% of adults in Brighton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Brighton?

The average commute in Brighton is 25 minutes. 90.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Brighton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Brighton is 96.9% White. 95.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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