Median Income
$143,563
91% higher than US avg
Home Value
$664,500
136% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
38.3%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Brighton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population353
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A+
Median Income$143,563
Per Capita$83,985
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$153,846M
Commute23 min
Housing
A
Home Value$664,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp37°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation9,442 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+38.3%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute23 min
Libraries29
Is Brighton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brighton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Brighton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brighton is $143,563, which is significantly higher than the national average — 91% above $75,149. This places Brighton among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brighton is $664,500, making it a premium housing market at 136% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Brighton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Brighton has a population of 353 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.2% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.8% |
| 57% below US avg |
The median household income in Brighton is $143,563, which is 91% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $143,563 |
| 91% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $83,985 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,490 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,513 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 67,066 |
| County GDP | $153,846M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,569 |
| Healthcare | 3,689 |
| Retail | 3,475 |
| Manufacturing | 1,406 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,666 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.70% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 27.4% |
The median home value in Brighton is $664,500, 136% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $664,500 |
| 136% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,666 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.70% |
In Brighton, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 15.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brighton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.5% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.6% |
| Depression | 29.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,733/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,689 |
Crime Rates: Brighton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 88 |
Safety Score
Brighton has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
60°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 37.4°F |
| 31% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.9 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,442 ft (2,878 m) |
| Area | 15.8 sq mi (40.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6107°N, 111.6039°W |
| County FIPS | 49035 |