Median Income
$14,583
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Unemployment
17.5%
386% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
82.6%
566% higher than US avg
How Bridger Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population72
Median Age29.2 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans31.0%
Economy
F
Median Income$14,583
Per Capita$5,346
Unemployment17.5%
Poverty82.6%
County GDP$133M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation1,871 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+82.5%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 89% / D 9%
CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Libraries2
Is Bridger a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bridger receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bridger faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bridger is $14,583, 81% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 82.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Education
5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bridger experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches, including 44.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Bridger has a population of 72 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).
Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 58.1% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Spanish | 41.9% |
| 213% above US avg |
The median household income in Bridger is $14,583, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 82.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,583 |
| 81% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $5,346 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $914 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,821 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 17.5% |
| 386% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 82.6% |
| 566% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 111 |
| County GDP | $133M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Bridger vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| |
| Premature Death | 5,004/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Bridger vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Bridger has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.0 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 44.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,871 ft (570 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 267/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5421°N, 101.9136°W |
| County FIPS | 46055 |