Cost of Living in Brighton, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.7
100 = national avg
+29.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,050
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,845
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing150.1
Food112.5
Transportation125.0
Healthcare110.0
Utilities117.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,264
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,457
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brighton is 129.7, which is 29.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 150.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,050 per year to cover basic expenses.