Texas · Metropolitan Area
Bridgeport is a small city in Texas with a population of 6,174. Residents earn $93,914 per year, which is 25% above the national average.
Based on current data, Bridgeport receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Bridgeport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bridgeport is $93,914, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Bridgeport is $241,100, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,207 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Bridgeport is below the national average at 274 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,210 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.
21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Bridgeport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 68.7% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 31.3% |
| 134% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $93,914 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,188 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,142 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,340 |
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.0% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,654 |
| County GDP | $4,250M |
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Healthcare | 111 |
| Retail | 182 |
| Manufacturing | 77 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,757 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.80% |
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
| Census Median | $241,100 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $220,591 |
| Median List Price | $288,387 |
| Median List Price | $288,387 |
| $/Sq Ft | $197 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.8% |
| Price Drops | 32.3% |
| Inventory | 31 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,207 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,757 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.80% |
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,574/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
| Total Violent | 274.2/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 64.5/100K |
| Robbery | 32.3/100K |
| Assault | 177.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,209.9/100K |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 322.6/100K |
| Theft | 871.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 16.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.3 inches |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 770 ft (235 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 786/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2104°N, 97.7725°W |
| County FIPS | 48497 |
Winner: Republican by 70.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.9% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 786/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.9 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Retail Stores | 182 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Avg Commute | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |