Median Age
47 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
18%
Over 65
28%
Brighton
Brighton, MI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,432
Population
7,952
Renter Mix
38% Rent
A vibrant community balancing urban amenities and outdoor adventures
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About forty miles northwest of Detroit and twenty miles north of Ann Arbor, the suburban city of Brighton offers a living experience within reach of all the best that Michigan has to offer. The close proximity to the state’s biggest city makes Brighton a popular option for commuters, with the low crime rate and excellent schools boosting the appeal for families. The city features a classic Main Street walking district packed with locally-owned shops, restaurants, and bars in the center of town, serving as one of the community’s most popular hangouts.
Several other shopping centers are spread across the city, including Brighton Town Square on the north side, home to the local multiplex movie theater alongside the large retail stores. Brighton residents also enjoy lots of opportunities to spend time outdoors, from the expansive trail networks of Brighton Recreation Area to boating at Kent Lake to hitting the slopes at Mt. Brighton Ski Area.
Explore the City
Vintage brick and wrought iron classical colonial architecture can be seen in Brighton.
Main Street in Downtown Brighton has many specialty shops to choose from.
Colorful murals can be seen throughout the Downtown Brighton neighborhood.
Art in the Alley is a popular art exhibition that takes place throughout Downtown Brighton.
The amphitheater in Mill Pond Park hosts several free concerts and events.
Mill Pond Park is a popular place for Brighton residents to take a stroll.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$69,658
Average: $91,745
Education
3,300
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,374
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Brighton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
36%
Other Education
64%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Brighton, MI is $1,264 for a studio, $1,432 for one bedroom, $1,935 for two bedrooms, and $2,588 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Brighton has increased by 3.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,432/month
720 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,530/month
909 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Brighton, MI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
545 Students
Public
Grades K-5
498 Students
Public
Grades K-5
819 Students
Hartland Farms Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-5
728 Students
Spencer Road Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
510 Students
Charyl Stockwell Academy Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
265 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
828 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,961 Students
Charyl Stockwell Academy - High School
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades 9-12
177 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mt. Brighton
- Brighton Recreation Area
- Huron Meadows Metropark
- Island Lake Recreation Area
- Brighton Riding Stable
Military Bases
Airports
- Bishop International
- Detroit Metro Wayne County
Top Apartments in Brighton
Houses for Rent in Brighton
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.