ABOUT THE
Brighton
Economic
Development
Corporation
The Brighton Economic Development Corporation (BEDC)
is a 501c (6) Colorado non-profit organization serving the Greater Brighton Area. BEDC is the primary agent for
economic development services. BEDC offers relocation, retention and expansion assistance and support to businesses. BEDC works to expand and diversify the local tax base by facilitating the creation of quality jobs and the attraction of retail development. BEDC encourages responsible, diverse growth and development that enhances Brighton’s quality of life as a desirable place to live, work, learn and play.
The total population of Brighton is 38,581. The median age is 33.24
The majority of the population is Brighton has a high school degree and 28.89% have a college degree.
Household expenditures average $61,026 per year. The majority of earnings get spent on shelter, transportation, food and beverages, health care and utilities.
The total population of Brighton is 38,581. The median age is 33.24
Brighton is home to a number of diverse industries. We have a rich history rooted in agriculture and strong ties to all different facets of the energy industry (oil, gas, renewable).
Prairie Center
2007 - Present
A 1.5 million-square-foot retail power center, anchored by large box stores with a number of iconic restaurants and specialty shops. Spaces still available, but filling up fast!
76 Commerce Center
2018 - Present
The first of three 1.8 million-square-foot Class A state-of-the-art industrial park is located on a 122-acre site in the Bromley Industrial Park area.
Platte Valley SCL Health
1980 - Present
Platte Valley Medical Center, within the SCL Health System, is a national top performing hospital with a mission to foster optimal health for all.
Where is Brighton?
Brighton is a dynamic community located in thriving Adams County, CO. Around 20 miles from Downtown Denver and Denver International Airport, positioning Brighton perfectly for investment, growth and development. Brighton offers businesses and investors a strategic location, talented workforce, and high value location option at an affordable cost.
Don't take it from us...
Agribusiness is thriving here
"Our business model depends on a strong public/private partnership and that is what we have found in Brighton that has helped us flourish."
- Nathan Mudd,
Business owners like it here
"When we came to Brighton, we saw that it was a growing community and appreciated that the city of Brighton works with businesses to help ensure that they are successful. The city has been working to make the downtown area a better, more family friendly, area and that aligns with the type of clients we want at our business."
- Andrea Miller,
Support happens here
"Without the support of grants and other opportunities provided by the EDC, Peak Form Medical Clinic and other small businesses in the greater Brighton community would not be able to flourish and continue to provide services through these difficult times. In addition, their support is instrumental in attracting new businesses to our community, which makes us all stronger."
- Jeanette Hrubes,
