Cost of Living in Brighton, CO
Population: 41,196 • 2026 Data
$100,134
Median Household Income
+29% vs national
$1,734
Median Monthly Rent
+29% vs national
$475,100
Median Home Value
+40% vs national
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brighton
The median home value in Brighton, CO is $475,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,734, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,908.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brighton, CO is $100,134. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, with a labor force of 22,363 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.