Bridger, SD

South Dakota

Bridger is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 72. Residents earn $14,583 per year, which is 81% below the national average.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
72 Population 267/sq mi density
$14,583 Median Income $5,346 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$14,583 median income, 17.5% unemployment
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/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

72
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bridger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.1%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.9%
213% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bridger vs U.S. Average

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: Bridger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment17.5%
386% above US avg
Poverty Rate82.6%
566% above US avg
Establishments (County)111
County GDP$133M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare8
Retail15
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

Owner-Occupied43.5%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Premature Death5,004/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access58.5%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall44.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,871 ft (570 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates44.5421°N, 101.9136°W
County FIPS46055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.9-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.2%
D 9.3%

Winner: Republican by 79.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants9
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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