Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Brighton is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,865. Residents earn $77,589 per year, which is 3% above the national average.
Based on current data, Brighton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Brighton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Brighton is $77,589, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Brighton is $190,500, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Brighton is below the national average at 236 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,418 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.
18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Brighton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $77,589 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,415 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,819 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 962 |
| County GDP | $1,763M |
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 78 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.29% |
| Commute Time | 31.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
| Census Median | $190,500 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $266,074 |
| Median List Price | $228,500 |
| Median List Price | $228,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $130 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.2% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,104 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.29% |
| Obesity | 43.4% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 30.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,118/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Total Violent | 236.4/100K |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 236.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,418.4/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 304.0/100K |
| Theft | 844.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 270.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.2 inches |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 365 ft (111 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 887/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4813°N, 89.7354°W |
| County FIPS | 47167 |
Winner: Republican by 52.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.2% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 887/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Retail Stores | 145 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 31.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |