Median Income
$50,284
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.5%
17% higher than US avg
How Bridgeport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,819
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,700/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
C+
Median Income$50,284
Per Capita$25,787
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$661M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,250
Health
Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation453 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Libraries1
Is Bridgeport a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bridgeport receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bridgeport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bridgeport is $50,284, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bridgeport is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Bridgeport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 15.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Bridgeport has a population of 1,819 with a density of 1,700 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 3.2% Black.
Population
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bridgeport vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bridgeport vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bridgeport is $50,284, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Bridgeport vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,284 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,787 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,417 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.1% |
| 97% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 258 |
| County GDP | $661M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,543 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
The median home value in Bridgeport is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,250.
Home Values
| Census Median | $57,500 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $97,250 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $694 |
| 40% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,543 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.42% |
In Bridgeport, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bridgeport vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.4% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,521/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Bridgeport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Bridgeport has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7099°N, 87.7586°W |
| County FIPS | 17101 |