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Brighton, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Brighton is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 163. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
163 Population 187/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 38.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 38.1%
958% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female48% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment38.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+37.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Brighton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brighton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Brighton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brighton is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 38.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brighton is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Brighton has a population of 163 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

163
Total Population
2021 Census
187
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Brighton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brighton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brighton is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 38.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Brighton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment38.1%
958% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brighton is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units80

Property Tax

In Brighton, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brighton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+37.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.0%

Nearby Cities

Springdale, NL 2,965 pop · 19.7 mi Botwood, NL 2,778 pop · 30.4 mi Lewisporte, NL 3,288 pop · 33.2 mi Baie Verte, NL 1,311 pop · 36.1 mi Bishop's Falls, NL 3,082 pop · 37.5 mi Twillingate, NL 2,121 pop · 39.4 mi Grand Falls-Windsor, NL 13,853 pop · 42.6 mi Gander, NL 11,880 pop · 61.5 mi Fogo Island, NL 2,117 pop · 66.4 mi Gambo, NL 1,816 pop · 83.1 mi Deer Lake, NL 4,864 pop · 85.2 mi Centreville-Wareham-Trinity, NL 1,116 pop · 86.9 mi Glovertown, NL 1,948 pop · 93.9 mi Pasadena, NL 3,524 pop · 96.0 mi
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