Brighton Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
36,633 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
69.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,723 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$259,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$907 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,198 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
4
Rochester Metro Area
3
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
4
Rochester Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 21 25
Feb 2 15 26
Mar 2 10 34
Apr 3 3 47
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 5 41
Dec 3 17 30

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 25, NY State Senate District 56, NY Assembly District 136, NY
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

McQuaid Jesuit
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
Brighton High School
<1 miles, E • 5 star
Browse all schools near Rochester Metro Area

Colleges

Monroe Community College
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
University of Rochester
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Bryant & Stratton College-Henrietta
3 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Browse all colleges near Rochester Metro Area

Hospitals

Highland Hospital
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Strong Memorial Hospital
2 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Browse all hospitals near Rochester Metro Area

Airports

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
72 miles, SE • 1 star
Browse all airports near Rochester Metro Area