The City of Brighton is a home rule municipality located in Adams County and Weld County. Brighton is the County Seat of Adams County.
Brighton is located just 20 miles northeast of downtown Denver on the edge of the eastern Colorado plains. Boasting a small town atmosphere and rich cultural and historic roots makes Brighton an ideal place to live, work and play.
Incorporated on July 26, 1887, the City of Brighton's founding fathers were determined that there should be a town that would "do credit to the splendid valley". The City was named the permanent county seat of Adams County in 1904.
Brighton is located within an hour of several ski resorts, and the Rocky Mountain National Park is less than an hour away. Numerous cultural and sporting events are located in Denver, just a few minutes away. Sports fans don't have far to go to cheer for their favorite professional teams, and a crazy weekend can be had watching the local football teams, hockey matches and baseball games.
There is a small town rural atmosphere in Brighton, but its proximity to downtown Denver amenities and attractions make it a great place to live and work. It is one of the area’s fastest growing communities.
Housing Cost
Brighton is an extremely affordable area to live in, especially in comparison to other cities in and around Denver. A manufactured/mobile home, less than two years old sells for $19,000. A single family home, three bedrooms and two baths, in an established sub-division sells for around $160,000. Residential land is available in the area to build your own home complete with a gorgeous view. Land starts around $19,000. A modest 4 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, 1,500 square foot home would run about $180,000. Homes Range From: $125,000 - $600,000. There are several new home developments, some starting in the $160,000's, and many choices are available for those looking for horse or acreage properties.
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2005: 28,013. Brighton covers 17.1 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 4,983 feet above sea level.
Climate
Brighton, CO climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 87.90 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 12.20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be relatively big during summer with a difference that can reach 31 degrees Fahrenheit, and relatively big during winter with an average difference of 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Brighton is 14.34 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 2.44 Inches.
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