Median Income
$52,917
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$832
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Bridgeport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,307
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density2,156/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,917
Per Capita$17,985
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$2,353M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$832
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,168
Health
Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Elevation855 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+52.2%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute27 min
Libraries8
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 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 $52,917, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bridgeport is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bridgeport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Bridgeport has a population of 2,307 with a density of 2,156 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (16.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic.
Population
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bridgeport vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 13.8% |
| 82% below US avg |
| Spanish | 86.2% |
| 543% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bridgeport vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bridgeport is $52,917, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Bridgeport vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,917 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,985 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,814 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,627 |
| County GDP | $2,353M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 127 |
| Healthcare | 117 |
| Retail | 185 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,737 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
The median home value in Bridgeport is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,168.
Home Values
| Census Median | $162,500 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $236,168 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $832 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,737 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.53% |
In Bridgeport, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bridgeport vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.6% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.4% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,893/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 117 |
Crime Rates: Bridgeport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,092 |
Safety Score
Bridgeport has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.6 inches |
| 69% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 855 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,156/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.0070°N, 119.6725°W |
| County FIPS | 53047 |