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Bridgeport, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Bay County County
Bridgeport, MI
At a Glance
How Bridgeport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bridgeport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bridgeport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bridgeport residents earn a median household income of $47,325 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,251. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,117 business establishments, including 211 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bridgeport is $91,400 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,367. Median rent is $740/month, with 25.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Bridgeport reports 1,689 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 344% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,417/100K.
Education
10.6% of adults in Bridgeport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bridgeport has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.