Brighton, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Tipton County County
Brighton, TN
At a Glance
How Brighton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brighton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brighton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brighton residents earn a median household income of $77,589 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,415. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 962 business establishments, including 83 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brighton is $190,500 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $270,831. Median rent is $1,104/month, with 19.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1995.
Safety & Crime
Brighton reports 382 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,007/100K.
Education
18.2% of adults in Brighton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brighton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches.