Brighton city, Michigan
Brighton city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Brighton city is a geographic entity located in Livingston County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,904. The land area covers 3.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 7,904 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,764 | ±235 | 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 | 4,033 | ±233 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,764 | ±235 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 269 | ±105 |
| Median Home Value | $339,000 | ±$16,444 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,198 | ±$72 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,682 | ±$7,181 |
| Per Capita Income | $53,464 | ±$5,005 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 618 | ±196 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,912 | ±283 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.8% | ±3.3% |
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: 7,933 (2024)
ID: 128305
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
200 N 1ST ST, BRIGHTON MI 48116-1593
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GUS Population: 196,976 (2024)
ID: 166597
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
304 E GRAND RIVER AVE, STE 201, HOWELL MI 48843-2488
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | UG | HOWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DAVISBURG, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NEW HUDSON, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | HIGHLAND, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | DEXTER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CHELSEA, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIGHTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIGHTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | CANTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CANTON, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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HENRY FORD HEALTH BRIGHTON CENTER FOR RECOVERY
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Hospital | City address association | 12851 GRAND RIVER RD, BRIGHTON, MI, 48116 |
(810) 227-1211
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Ross Medical Education Center-Brighton
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College Vocational | 1.4 mi away | 8110 Murphy Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-7402 |
8102270160
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BRIGHTON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 100 LIBRARY DRIVE, BRIGHTON, MI, 48116 |
(810) 229-6571
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Brighton Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 2.2 mi away | 10543 Citation Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-8360 |
8102295066
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HAMBURG TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 10411 MERRILL ROAD, HAMBURG, MI, 48139 |
(810) 231-1771
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Cleary University
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College | 6.3 mi away | 3750 Cleary Drive, Howell, MI, 48843 |
8006861883
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NORTHFIELD TOWNSHIP AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 125 BARKER ROAD, WHITMORE LAKE, MI, 48189 |
(734) 449-0066
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
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College | 17.6 mi away | 1109 Geddes Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109 |
7347641817
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CROMAINE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 3688 NORTH HARTLAND ROAD, HARTLAND, MI, 48353 |
(810) 632-5200
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Concordia University Ann Arbor
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College | 18.5 mi away | 4090 Geddes Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105 |
7349957300
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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 MILFORD GM PROVING GROUND, MI US, located 6.1 miles from Brighton city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.9° | 14.7° | 22.8° | 2.06" | — |
| February | 34.0° | 15.1° | 24.5° | 1.91" | — |
| March | 44.7° | 23.7° | 34.2° | 2.16" | — |
| April | 57.6° | 34.9° | 46.3° | 3.07" | — |
| May | 69.6° | 46.0° | 57.8° | 3.66" | — |
| June | 78.4° | 55.8° | 67.1° | 3.58" | — |
| July | 82.3° | 59.6° | 71.0° | 3.20" | — |
| August | 80.1° | 58.4° | 69.3° | 3.32" | — |
| September | 73.5° | 51.0° | 62.2° | 3.51" | — |
| October | 60.7° | 40.0° | 50.4° | 2.88" | — |
| November | 47.2° | 29.5° | 38.3° | 2.64" | — |
| December | 35.5° | 20.8° | 28.1° | 2.10" | — |
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 | 0.0 mi | — |
| Whitmore Lake CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| South Lyon city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Howell city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
| Hartland CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Pinckney village | Village | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2609310620. • 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.