Brighton, Colorado
Brighton is a city in Adams County, Colorado, with an estimated population of 42,477 in 2023. It sits at 39.9657, -104.7942 in the America/Denver time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Brighton |
| Type | city |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Adams County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 42,477 |
| Land area | 21.43 sq mi (55.51 km²) |
| Coordinates | 39.9657, -104.7942 |
| Time zone | America/Denver |
| ZIP codes | 80601, 80602, 80603 |
| Telephone area codes | 303, 720 |
This place also extends into Weld County.
ZIP codes and area codes for Brighton
Brighton covers 3 ZIP codes: 80601, 80602, 80603. Telephone area codes serving the area: 303, 720. Browse all ZIP codes in Colorado for the full list.
Where is Brighton?
Brighton is located in Colorado, in Adams County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Lochbuie 8 km · COCommerce City 9 km · COFort Lupton 13 km · COThornton 14 km · CODacono 17 km · CONorthglenn 17 km · COFrederick 22 km · COBroomfield 22 km · CO
Other places in Adams County
Thornton 144,922Westminster 114,875Commerce City 68,245Northglenn 38,164Federal Heights 13,943Bennett 3,549
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Frequently asked questions
What county is Brighton, CO in?
Brighton is in Adams County, Colorado.
What is the population of Brighton, CO?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 42,477.
What time zone is Brighton in?
Brighton is in the America/Denver time zone.