The county seat of Adams County, Brighton blends small town with suburban growth.  Long a farming center with processing plants for sugar beets and cucumbers, Brighton today is being influenced by Denver International Airport on the south and easy access to Denver via I-76.  Brighton's well managed growth is assured with such projects as Bromley Park, planned for 8,000 homes, the new county courthouse and planned industrial parks providing space for people, government and business.

Major employers in the Brighton area include: Sakata Farms, Central Products and a K-Mart Distribution Center.