Brighton, Australia

Full City Profile

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

4,008 Population 4,948/sq mi density

236 ft Elevation 72 meters

53°F Avg Temperature 12°C

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$27,885 median income, 3.5% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.7 / 5.0

$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

Brighton, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$27,885

63% below

$27,885 per capita

Home Value

$197,200

30% below

Median Rent

$986/mo

15% below

Unemployment

3.5%

3% below

Avg Temperature

53°F

288 sunny days/yr

Is Brighton a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.8 / 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 $27,885 , which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,885. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 381 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Brighton is $197,200 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $986/month.

Climate & Weather

Brighton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population4,008

Median Age34.0 yrs

Density4,948/mi²

Foreign Born4.5%

Economy

Median Income$27,885

Per Capita$27,885

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$536

Housing

C+

Home Value$197,200

Rent$986

Ownership77.4%

Housing Units1,603

Climate

Avg Temp53°F

Sunny Days288/yr

Rain26.2 in/yr

Elevation236 ft