What are the schools like in Bright, IN?

Bright is served primarily by Lawrenceburg Community School Corp. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.2:1.

What is the median household income in Bright?

The median household income in Bright, IN is $102,568 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.

What is the weather like in Bright, IN?

Bright has an average high temperature of 36.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.4 inches.

Bright, IN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Bright, IN affordable or expensive?

Bright's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bright is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $228,500 and the median rent is $802 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bright, IN?

Crime rate data for Bright is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Bright, IN a Good Place to Live?

Bright is a small town of 5,858 in Indiana, with a median household income of $102,568 and a 1.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Bright stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Bright is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bright city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.1

Bright's overall cost of living index is 94.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bright costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bright, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$228,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$802	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$102,568	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Bright is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Bright is served primarily by Lawrenceburg Community School Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.2:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bright, IN	National Avg
School District	Lawrenceburg Community School Corp	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	33.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bright sees average highs of 36.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July, with 44.9 inches of annual precipitation and 11.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bright, IN
Average High — January	36.6°F
Average High — July	82.9°F
Annual Precipitation	44.9"
Annual Snowfall	11.4"

Demographics

Metric	Bright, IN	National Avg
Population	5,858	—
Median Age	41.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.6%	6.3%
Under 18	24.6%	22.2%
65 and over	18.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

West Harrison, IN 3 mi Hidden Valley, IN 4 mi Harrison, OH 5 mi Elizabethtown, OH 5 mi Greendale, IN 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Bright

Bright, IN is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

47025 47060

Bright vs Other Cities

Bright, IN vs West Harrison, IN Bright, IN vs Hidden Valley, IN Bright, IN vs Harrison, OH Bright, IN vs Elizabethtown, OH Bright, IN vs Greendale, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bright, IN affordable or expensive?

Bright's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bright roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $228,500 and median rent is $802/month.

What is the crime rate in Bright, IN?

Crime data for Bright is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Bright?

Public schools in Bright are operated by Lawrenceburg Community School Corp. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.2:1. 33.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bright, IN a good place to live?

Bright, IN has a population of 5,858, a median household income of $102,568, and an unemployment rate of 1.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Bright?

Bright averages 36.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.9 inches with about 11.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bright?

Bright, IN is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 47025, 47060.

What is the population of Bright?

The population of Bright, Indiana is 5,858 with a median age of 41.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bright?

Key numbers for living in Bright: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $228,500, median household income $102,568, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bright side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.