Brighton CCD, Colorado
Brighton CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Brighton CCD is a geographic entity located in Adams County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 125,394. The land area covers 139.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125,394 | ±2,661 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs | ±0.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 41,487 | ±1,062 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 42,689 | ±1,028 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 41,487 | ±1,062 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,202 | ±286 |
| Median Home Value | $589,800 | ±$8,234 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,030 | ±$121 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $131,435 | ±$3,229 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,842 | ±$1,635 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,075 | ±1,419 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 68,106 | ±2,244 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.5% | ±1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 542,973 (2024)
ID: 161306
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
4430 SOUTH ADAMS COUNTY PARKWAY, SUITE C4000A, BRIGHTON CO 80601
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRIGHTON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | AURORA, CO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DENVER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | THORNTON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | WESTMINSTER, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | THORNTON, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COMMERCE CITY, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | COMMERCE CITY, CO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Empire Beauty School-Thornton
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College Vocational | 8.4 mi away | 3811 E 120th Ave, Thornton, CO, 80233 |
8009204593
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BRIGHTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 327 EAST BRIDGE STREET, BRIGHTON, CO, 80601 |
(303) 405-3230
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Lincoln College of Technology-Denver
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College | 11.9 mi away | 11194 E 45th Ave, Denver, CO, 80239 |
303722572443000
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WRIGHT FARMS
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 5877 EAST 120TH AVENUE, THORNTON, CO, 80602 |
(303) 405-3200
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Front Range Community College
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College | 13.5 mi away | 3645 W 112th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80031 |
3034045000
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FORT LUPTON PUBLIC/SCHOOL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 370 S. ROLLIE AVENUE, FORT LUPTON, CO, 80621 |
(303) 339-4089
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Pima Medical Institute-Denver
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College | 13.6 mi away | 7475 Dakin St. Suite 100, Denver, CO, 80221 |
3034261800
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COMMERCE CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 7185 MONACO, COMMERCE CITY, CO, 80022 |
(303) 287-0063
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University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus
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College | 13.8 mi away | 1380 Lawrence Street, Lawrence Street Center, Suite 1400, Denver, CO, 80217-3364 |
3035565600
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YORK STREET BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 8990 YORK STREET, THORNTON, CO, 80229 |
(303) 288-2001
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BRIGHTON 3 SE, CO US, located 2.5 miles from Brighton CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.4° | 16.1° | 30.2° | 0.42" | 5.2" |
| February | 45.9° | 18.5° | 32.2° | 0.43" | 5.3" |
| March | 55.9° | 26.7° | 41.3° | 0.98" | 6.0" |
| April | 62.9° | 33.9° | 48.4° | 1.77" | 3.1" |
| May | 71.9° | 43.2° | 57.5° | 2.35" | 0.5" |
| June | 84.1° | 52.4° | 68.3° | 1.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.0° | 58.2° | 74.1° | 1.72" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.6° | 56.4° | 72.0° | 1.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.8° | 47.4° | 63.6° | 1.18" | 0.2" |
| October | 65.9° | 35.0° | 50.4° | 1.02" | 3.2" |
| November | 53.3° | 25.0° | 39.1° | 0.69" | 5.8" |
| December | 44.0° | 16.3° | 30.2° | 0.37" | 5.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Commerce City city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Todd Creek CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Lochbuie town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| Thornton city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Derby CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0800190399. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.