Brighton, MI
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Brighton, Michigan Summary
Life in Brighton research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Brighton over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Brighton:
The population in Brighton is 7,462.
The median home value in Brighton is $245,400.
The median income in Brighton is $66,726.
The cost of living in Brighton is 102 which is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Brighton is $1,068.
The unemployment rate in Brighton is 2.4%.
The poverty rate in Brighton is 7.0%.
Table Of Contents
Brighton SnackAbility
6
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8.5/10
Housing
8
Affordability
6
Diversity
4
Safety
8.5
Amenities
8.5
Education
8.5
Commute
5
Brighton, MI Crime Report
111
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
1,483.4
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-36.18%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Brighton / 100k People |
Michigan / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 111 | 1,483.4 | 1,838.9 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 7 | 93.5 | 478.0 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 7.6 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 3 | 40.1 | 44.5 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | 40.1 | 365.1 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 104 | 1,389.8 | 1,360.9 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 93.5 | 233.1 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 94 | 1,256.2 | 943.3 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 3 | 40.1 | 184.5 | 282.7 |
Brighton, MI Cost Of Living
102
Brighton's Overall Cost Of Living
Brighton's Overall Cost Of Living
1.0x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Brighton | Michigan | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 102 | 92 | 100 | |
| Services | 111 | 96 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 101 | 96 | 100 | |
| Health | 96 | 94 | 100 | |
| Housing | 92 | 80 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 107 | 97 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 95 | 100 | 100 | |
Brighton, MI Photos
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Dwight Burdette | CC BY 3.0
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Map Of Brighton, MI
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Population over time in Brighton
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,649 | 0.3% |
| 2020 | 7,626 | 0.8% |
| 2019 | 7,567 | 0.2% |
| 2018 | 7,550 | -0.1% |
| 2017 | 7,555 | -0.1% |
| 2016 | 7,562 | 0.7% |
| 2015 | 7,509 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 7,498 | 0.2% |
| 2013 | 7,481 | -0.3% |
| 2012 | 7,500 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Brighton
| Race | Brighton | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.0% | 74.0% | 59.4% |
| African American | 1.4% | 13.4% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 1.1% | 3.2% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 1.5% | 3.3% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 4.0% | 5.4% | 18.4% |
Gender in Brighton
| Gender | Brighton | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.0% | 50.5% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.0% | 49.5% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Brighton for adults over 25
| Education | Brighton | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 2.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 23.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30.0% | 19.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 13.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Brighton, Michigan
| Income | Brighton | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.5% | 5.9% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.3% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.7% | 8.4% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.8% | 9.0% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.0% | 12.7% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.7% | 17.9% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.8% | 13.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.5% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.4% | 6.7% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.2% | 6.6% | 9.5% |
