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Brighton: Boston cool, community strong, always evolving.

Brighton has a youthful, energetic feel, thanks to its large student population and young professionals. It's a diverse and welcoming neighborhood with a mix of residential areas, bustling commercial streets, and green spaces. There's a strong sense of community pride and a lively arts and music scene.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · BRIGHTON
Brighton, Suffolk County

City Snapshot

Population

43,887

County

Suffolk County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$87,669

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Boston Medical Center - Brighton

Boston Medical Center - Brighton Emergency Department

Community Leaders

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Elizabeth Warren

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Edward Markey

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Maura Healey
Maura Healey

Governor

Democratic Party