Cost of Living in Brighton, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
159.2
100 = national avg
+59.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,055
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$165,585
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing203.3
Food126.5
Transportation135.6
Healthcare121.2
Utilities136.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,238
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,563
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brighton is 159.2, which is 59.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 203.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,055 per year to cover basic expenses.