Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 18.3% ▲ 83% above avg |
| College Grads | 74.8% ▲ 93% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 711 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,831 (12.5%) |
| Some College | 1,086 (3.5%) |
| Associates | 2,084 (6.8%) |
| Bachelors | 944 (3.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21,987 (71.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,208 ▲ 16% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $684,000 ▲ 145% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,179/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,519 |
| Vacant Units | 1,447 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Brighton is a city in Massachusetts, located in Suffolk County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 43,683 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 30.4 years.
Economically, Brighton is a middle-income community. The median household income of $88,208 is above the national average. Approximately 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, below the national average.
The real estate market in Brighton is a premium housing market. Median home values stand at $684,000, which is more than double the national average. Renters typically pay around $2,179 per month. At 21.7% owner-occupied, renters make up the majority — common in urban or college-town settings.
The population of Brighton is highly educated. 74.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — significantly above the national average. The community is majority White (59.41%).
Brighton, MA offers residents above-average earning potential within Massachusetts.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02135 | 43,683 | $88,208 | $684,000 | $2,179 | 3.3% | 74.8% | 21.7% |