Brighton

Find some of the best views from the lakeside gazebo, where even red fox and deer can be spotted.

Welcome to Brighton

For outdoor pursuits, enthusiasts head to Brighton's day-use facility: Barr Lake State Park. Here, visitors can partake in wildlife viewing, jogging, horseback-riding, biking, fishing, and boating (on the north side of the lake, only small boats are allowed).
 
Home to the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, with more than 300 different species, Barr Lake is also a birder's paradise. Find some of the best views from the lakeside gazebo, where even red fox and deer can be spotted.
 
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Overview for Brighton, CO

41,196 people live in Brighton, where the median age is 34.4 and the average individual income is $40,248. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

41,196

Total Population

34.4 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$40,248

Average individual Income

Around Brighton, CO

There's plenty to do around Brighton, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

12
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
55
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wolf and Honey, Edon Fitness & Training, and Life Cycle Balloon Adventures.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.74 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.81 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.77 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 1.69 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 1.41 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 1.73 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Brighton, CO

Brighton has 13,365 households, with an average household size of 3.01. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Brighton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 41,196 people call Brighton home. The population density is 1,935.79 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

41,196

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34.4

Median Age

51.29 / 48.71%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
13,365

Total Households

3.01

Average Household Size

$40,248

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Brighton, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Brighton. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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