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Bridger, MT

Montana · Yellowstone County · Billings Metro

Bridger is a small town in Montana with a population of 119. Residents earn $136,154 per year, which is 81% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
119 Population 142/sq mi density
$136,154 Median Income $137,050 per capita
$807,700 Home Value $376,247 Zillow
46°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$136,154 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$807,700 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
75.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $136,154
81% higher than US avg
Home Value $807,700
187% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 75.3%
123% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.4%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Bridger Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population119
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$136,154
Per Capita$137,050
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,022M

Housing

B
Home Value$807,700
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$376,247
Housing Units395
Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property789/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary132/100K

Health

Obesity17.4%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking6.8%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation3,685 ft (1,123 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+75.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Broadband83.6%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Bridger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bridger receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bridger stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bridger is $136,154, which is significantly higher than the national average / 81% above $75,149. This places Bridger among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bridger is $807,700, making it a premium housing market at 187% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bridger is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 789 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.

Education

Bridger is a highly educated community / 75.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bridger experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.5 inches, including 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Bridger has a population of 119 with a density of 142 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.4% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (79%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

119
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bridger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bridger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bridger is $136,154, which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $137,050 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,206, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,794 business establishments, including 481 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 44.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bridger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$136,154
81% above US avg
Per Capita Income$137,050
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749
Gini Index0.459 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,794
County GDP$14,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants481
Healthcare612
Retail691
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Cost of Living94.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.55%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bridger is $807,700, 187% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,247, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,076 for a one-bedroom to $1,336 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 395 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $4,435 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$807,700
187% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$376,247
Median List Price$367,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$367,500
$/Sq Ft$142
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units395
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
Effective Rate0.55%
In Bridger, 17.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 6.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 22.9% report binge drinking. 23.8% are physically inactive. 27.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 11.3% experience frequent mental distress. 5.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:929. The dentist ratio is 1:999. 81.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bridger vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.4%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.8%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress11.3%
Physical Distress8.1%
Short Sleep25.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:929
Dentists1:999
Mental Health1:220
Checkup Rate57.8%
Dental Visits53.5%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities612
Bridger has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 789 per 100,000, 60% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 526, burglary at 132, vehicle theft at 132 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 273 federally declared disasters. Overall, Bridger receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bridger vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property789.5/100K
60% below US avg
Burglary131.6/100K
Theft526.3/100K
Vehicle Theft131.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents40
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Bridger experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 30.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 3,685 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,685 ft (1,123 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates45.2946°N, 108.9167°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyYellowstone County County
Nearest AirportBillings Logan International (BIL)
40 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.5"
70% below US avg
Snowfall 30.3"
Wettest Month (May) 2.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)2.34 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score83.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability20.3 / 100
Community Resilience82.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

146 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on May 27, 2025.

May 11, 2022 36 km S of Silver Gate, Montana M4.2 109 km
Mar 25, 2008 35 km S of Silver Gate, Montana M4.2 109 km
Jan 30, 2023 9 km NNW of Livingston, Montana M3.8 140 km
Mar 29, 2023 56 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.7 142 km
Jan 9, 2003 23 km E of Wilsall, Montana M3.7 138 km
Sep 24, 1994 39 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.7 141 km
Jul 17, 2021 63 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.6 146 km
Jul 6, 2021 27 km SSE of Melstone, Montana M3.6 150 km
Jul 20, 1992 52 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.6 139 km
Jul 20, 1992 51 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.5 140 km
Jan 2, 2009 54 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.5 140 km
Jan 12, 2014 23 km SE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.4 137 km
Mar 4, 2019 35 km SSW of Silver Gate, Montana M3.3 114 km
Jan 9, 2009 42 km SSW of Silver Gate, Montana M3.3 125 km
Mar 19, 1993 40 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.3 141 km
Aug 16, 1992 47 km S of Silver Gate, Montana M3.2 117 km
Jul 21, 2023 Eastern Montana M3.2 24 km
Jul 3, 1994 25 km ESE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.2 126 km
Jul 16, 2021 64 km ESE of West Yellowstone, Montana M3.2 147 km
Sep 29, 1998 63 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming M3.2 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

43 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 2, 1985 EF3 92 km 0
Jun 16, 1965 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 20, 2010 EF2 67 km 0
Jun 16, 2010 EF2 22 km 0
Jul 11, 1978 EF2 70 km 0
Jun 26, 1964 EF2 62 km 0
Jun 12, 1962 EF2 99 km 0
Jul 2, 1958 EF2 66 km 0
Jun 21, 1991 EF1 62 km 0
May 18, 1991 EF1 61 km 0
May 24, 1990 EF1 27 km 0
May 24, 1990 EF1 83 km 0
Aug 25, 1986 EF1 86 km 0
Jul 24, 1981 EF1 67 km 0
Jun 18, 1978 EF1 74 km 0
Jun 26, 1976 EF1 60 km 0
Aug 12, 1958 EF1 46 km 0
Jul 6, 1955 EF1 81 km 0
Jun 12, 2017 EF0 97 km 0
May 16, 2015 EF0 89 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Yellowstone (168 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yellowstone Caldera(s) 2,805 m (9,203 ft) -1350 168 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CLOVERMIST (303,427 ac, 1988).

Year Name Acres Distance
1988 CLOVERMIST 303,427 98 km
2006 DERBY 200,993 77 km
1988 STORM CREEK 116,027 87 km
2008 GUNBARREL 69,730 94 km
2003 HOBBLE 38,365 83 km
2021 ROBERTSON DRAW 31,132 33 km
1996 SHEPARD MTN 17,379 54 km
1994 BLACK BUTTE 10,231 91 km
2008 CASCADE 10,017 46 km
2010 STUMP GULCH 8,873 56 km
1996 COLFAX 8,429 95 km
2021 CRATER RIDGE 8,147 99 km
2021 TROUT CREEK 7,804 63 km
2011 HOLE IN THE WALL 6,559 46 km
2006 BIRTHDAY2 6,553 83 km
2017 MICROWAVE 5,958 92 km
2003 DEEP LAKE 5,466 55 km
2002 COW CREEK 5,162 32 km
2002 RED WAFFLE 5,060 44 km
2005 BIG HORN 4,899 65 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in Wettest
June 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.0 in
November 33°F (1°C) 0.6 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.6 in

Bridger has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 24°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (0.5").

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Bridger is located in Yellowstone County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 75.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 123% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62% of the vote, a 27.1-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 612 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents40
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations273
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+75.3%
123% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyYellowstone County County

Services

Broadband Access83.6%
Avg Download Speed123.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed15.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.1%
Average costs for common services in Bridger. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $237 ($142–$378)
Specialist Visit $331 ($189–$520)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($95–$331)
Emergency Room Visit $2,081 ($757–$4,730)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $237 ($142–$378)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$114)
Brake Pad Replacement $284 ($142–$473)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $568 ($378–$946)
Battery Replacement $189 ($95–$331)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $95 ($57–$142)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $378 ($142–$757)
HVAC System Install $6,622 ($3,784–$11,352)
Roof Repair $946 ($378–$1,892)
Roof Replacement $8,514 ($5,203–$14,190)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,419 ($473–$3,311)
Divorce (Contested) $14,190 ($4,730–$28,380)
DUI Defense $4,730 ($1,892–$9,460)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,419 ($757–$2,838)
Will Preparation $473 ($189–$946)
Trust Preparation $2,365 ($946–$4,730)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$95)
Hair Coloring (Full) $142 ($71–$237)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $76 ($47–$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.88 ($2.84–$5.20)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.31 ($2.37–$4.73)
Loaf of Bread $3.59 ($2.37–$5.20)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.26 ($2.84–$6.15)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.20 ($3.78–$7.10)
Rice (per lb) $0.95 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($76–$237)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$142)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$114)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$95)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$95)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$142)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$473)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,892 ($1,135–$3,311)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.57–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $95 ($28–$237)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,135 ($568–$2,365)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $946 ($473–$1,892)
After-School Care (Monthly) $378 ($189–$662)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$95)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $946 ($378–$2,365)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,825 ($4,730–$28,380)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$95)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $95 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$95)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $284 ($142–$473)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($95–$378)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$982
Toddler$1,028
Preschool$878
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$795
Toddler$814
Preschool$814
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Yellowstone County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 15,076 752 $74,899 1.20
Retail Trade 10,847 712 $42,689 1.24
Accommodation & Food Services 10,229 486 $26,744 1.29
Construction 6,226 946 $74,299 1.36
Wholesale Trade 5,560 554 $85,630 1.62
Professional & Technical Services 4,876 1,075 $92,341 0.80
Administrative & Waste Services 3,994 533 $48,546 0.78
Manufacturing 3,809 211 $92,864 0.53
Transportation & Warehousing 3,733 271 $63,588 1.01
Other Services 3,691 663 $41,289 1.40
Finance & Insurance 3,173 430 $95,158 0.90
Arts & Entertainment 2,217 229 $23,770 1.51
Real Estate 1,169 328 $56,936 0.86
Educational Services 892 91 $34,530 0.49
Information & Technology 850 98 $71,881 0.52
Agriculture & Forestry 685 71 $60,577 0.97
Management of Companies 425 54 $96,759 0.29
Mining & Oil/Gas 302 82 $123,741 0.91
Utilities 288 24 $108,756 0.87
Unclassified 195 78 $52,235 1.60

Schools in Bridger

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bridger Elementary School (Charter) Elementary 118 9 13.1:1
Bridger High School (Charter) High 56 8 7.0:1
Bridger 7-8 (Charter) Middle 25 2 12.5:1
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Radio Stations near Bridger

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
910 ESPN Billings KBLG MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Bridger

7 campgrounds found near Bridger.

NameRatingSitesPrice
LIMBER PINE 4.8/5 12 $20
BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 29 $20
PARKSIDE 4.5/5 28 $20
GREENOUGH LAKE 4.4/5 18 $20
RATTIN CAMPGROUND 4.1/5 6 $18
SHERIDAN 4.0/5 9 $18–$36
Sage Creek Cabin 1 $65

National Parks Near Bridger

8 national parks and monuments found near Bridger.

ParkTypeFee
Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Buffalo Bill Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Buffalo Bill State Park State Park Free
Chief Plenty Coups State Park State Park Free
Cooney State Park State Park Free
Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park State Park Free
Lake Elmo State Park State Park Free
Pictograph Cave State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Bridger

83 trails found near Bridger.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
FACE-OF-THE-MOUNTAIN 9.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HIGH LINE TRAIL 8.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED PRYOR 8.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
LINE CREEK PLATEAU 7.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MOUNT MAURICE 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STOCKMAN TRAIL 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
TOLMAN MOUNTAIN TRAIL 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SILVER RUN 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
NICHOLS TRAIL 3.8 Yes Yes
KING TRAIL 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
2095A 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
CORRAL CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LINE CREEK BASIN 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BIG PRYOR 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEAR CANYON 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
BASIN LAKES 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DEEP LAKE TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SWITCHBACK 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
INFERNO CANYON 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
GRAHAM TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
STOCKMAN TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEAR TRACK 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PALISADES TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SILVER RUN PLATEAU 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEAR CANYON RIDGE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
NICHOLS CONNECTOR 2.4 Yes Yes
PARKSIDE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FACE-OF-THE-MOUNTAIN 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DEEP CR TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SHRIVER PEAK ROAD 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
MILLER TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEAR TRACK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
INGLES CREEK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SHRIVER PEAK ROAD 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
GYPSUM CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
LOWER LAKE FORK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WILLOW CREEK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FACE-OF-THE-MOUNTAIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STOCKMAN TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
NORTH LINE CREEK 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LOWER PARKSIDE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CRATER ICE CAVE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FACE-OF-THE-MOUNTAIN 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROBERTSON DRAW 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SILVER RUN LAKES 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MOUNT MAURICE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CORRAL CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RED PRYOR ICE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
BASIN LAKES 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PALISADES TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LOWER PARKSIDE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH LINE CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BIG PRYOR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SILVER RUN PLATEAU 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BIG PRYOR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LINE CREEK PLATEAU 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
20182 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
LINE CREEK BASIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROBERTSON DRAW 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
INGLES CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LAKE FORK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WEST ROBERTSON DRAW 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CRATER ICE CAVE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
NICHOLS TRAIL 0.5 Yes Yes
WILD BILL LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SILVER RUN LAKES 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
209113 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WILLOW CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
24961 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
RED PRYOR ICE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEAR CANYON CUTOFF 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
SILVER RUN LOOP 1 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GREENOUGH LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WEST LINE CREEK GUARD STATION 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
24922 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
28503 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
VISTA POINT 0.2 ASPHALT Yes
SILVER RUN LOOP 3 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
209114 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
BASIN CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LINE CREEK GUARD STATION 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
2850D 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SILVER RUN LOOP 2 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes

Museums in Bridger

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CLARKS FORK VALLEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM101 EAST RIVER ROAD4066687650
LITTLE COWBOY BAR & MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Bridger

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
JOLIET PUBLIC LIBRARY211 E FRONT STREET0.06,292
BRIDGER PUBLIC LIBRARY119 WEST BROADWAY0.06,032

Gas Stations in Bridger

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridger C-Store & Farm Store

Ski Resorts Near Bridger

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Red Lodge Mountain 65.0 7 2,870 $45 November - April

Cell Towers in Bridger

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
117 Selmes Bridger Road (108921)LTOWER76
117 Selmes Bridger Road (108921)LTOWER76

Fire Stations in Bridger

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bridger Volunteer Fire DepartmentPO Box 60Mostly volunteer406-662-3554

Power Plants Near Bridger

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
MUD SPRINGS WIND PROJECT, LLCONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-108.7IP
PRYOR CAVES WIND PROJECT, LLCONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-108.7IP
HORSE THIEF WIND PROJECT, LLCONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-108.8IP
LOWER SOUTH FORKNOT AVAILABLENOT AVAILABLE-109.1NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Bridger

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel1987264,760G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1971872,245F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19712892,245F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1980288258F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202064100G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1981190100F

Airports Near Bridger

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Billings Logan International AirportBILMedium Airport
5 Springs AirportSmall Airport
Bakers FieldSmall Airport
Bangart FieldSmall Airport
Billings Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Bridger Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bunch Grass Intergalactic AirportSmall Airport
Cottonwood AirportSmall Airport
Firebuster AirportSmall Airport
Fly WM AirportSmall Airport
Flying Dog AirparkSmall Airport
Garoutte Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Haynes Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Husky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Landing Pointe AirportSmall Airport
Laurel Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Luckinbill AirstripSmall Airport
Mackay Ranch AirportSmall Airport
North Big Horn County AirportSmall Airport
Ostlunds AirportSmall Airport
Powell Municipal AirportPOYSmall Airport
Powers Propair Service AirportSmall Airport
Red Lodge AirportSmall Airport
Skyrider UltralightportSmall Airport
West Wind AirfieldSmall Airport
Wilcox AirportSmall Airport
Woltermann Memorial AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Bridger

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Family Dollar 10877Other311 N Main St
Valley Foods BridgerGrocery Store105 N Main St

Post Offices in Bridger

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bridger Post Office113 North Main Street

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bridger

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
EH NAMANIPO BOX 618
SAINT PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 310

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bridger

What is the population of Bridger?

Bridger has a population of 119 residents and is located in Montana. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 45.4% female and 54.6% male.

Is Bridger expensive to live in?

Bridger is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $136,154, 81% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $807,700 (187% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Bridger safe?

Bridger is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 789 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bridger receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bridger?

Bridger has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.5 inches, with 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 26.

How is the job market in Bridger?

The job market in Bridger is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,206. There are 7,794 business establishments in the area, including 481 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Bridger?

The median home value in Bridger is $807,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,247. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,435.

How are the schools in Bridger?

Schools in Bridger score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 75.3% of adults in Bridger hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bridger?

The obesity rate in Bridger is 17.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.8% of adults are smokers. 23.8% are physically inactive. 27.0% of residents report depression. 5.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 81.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:929.

What are the demographics of Bridger?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bridger is 79% White. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 86.7% have health insurance coverage.

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