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Brighton, MI

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Population
7,904
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
924 ft
Median Home Value
$339,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,198/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$80,682
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MichiganPopulation rankingHighest population places in MichiganNearest larger communityNovi, Michigan16 miles away · 67,319 residents.

About Brighton

Brighton is a city in Livingston County, Michigan, situated along the Interstate 96 corridor within the Detroit metropolitan area. Part of the South Lyon-Howell-Brighton urban area, the community of approximately 7,700 was established in 1832 and incorporated as a city in 1928. The historic downtown district features a thriving retail corridor, and local public education is administered by Brighton Area Schools.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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