Brighton, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,580 Population 7/sq mi density

30 ft Elevation 9 meters

53°F Avg Temperature 12°C

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Overall

2.6 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$26,940 median income, 3.1% unemployment

Affordability

2.2 / 5.0

$212,200 home value, $1,061/mo rent

Brighton, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,940

64% below

$26,940 per capita

Home Value

$212,200

25% below

Median Rent

$1,061/mo

9% below

Unemployment

3.1%

14% below

Avg Temperature

53°F

283 sunny days/yr

Is Brighton a Good Place to Live?

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2.6 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Brighton residents earn a median household income of $26,940 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,940. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 145 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Brighton is $212,200 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,061/month.

Climate & Weather

Brighton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,580

Median Age44.5 yrs

Density7/mi²

Foreign Born15.0%

Economy

Median Income$26,940

Per Capita$26,940

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$518

Housing

Home Value$212,200

Rent$1,061

Ownership83.7%

Housing Units632

Climate

Avg Temp53°F

Sunny Days283/yr

Rain34.8 in/yr

Elevation30 ft

Did You Know?

15.0% of residents are foreign-born.