Brighton, New York

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Brighton is a community in Monroe County, New York, home to about 36,609 people spread across 15.4 square miles of land. About 95.6% of residents under 65 have health insurance.

36,609
Total Population
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15.40 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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Median Personal Income
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Median Home Value
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0.0%
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95.6%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 5.6 points since 2010
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Summers around Brighton typically top out near 83°F in July, while January nights average about 19°F. The area sees roughly 102 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Brighton
# Town Distance Population
1.Brighton, NY0.0 mi.1,435
2.Rochester, NY3.3 mi.7,313
3.Rochester, NY3.7 mi.208,772
4.Penfield, NY4.0 mi.36,242
5.East Rochester, NY4.2 mi.6,587
6.Pittsford, NY4.3 mi.29,405
7.Irondequoit, NY4.8 mi.51,692
8.Henrietta, NY6.8 mi.42,581
Frequently Asked Questions About Brighton

What is the population of Brighton, New York?
Brighton has a population of about 36,609 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Brighton, New York in?
Brighton is located in Monroe County, New York.

How many tornadoes have hit near Brighton, New York?
Since 1950, 5 tornadoes have been recorded in Monroe County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in Brighton, New York?
Typical July highs run about 83 degrees and January lows about 19 degrees, with around 102 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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