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Bridgeton, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Craven County County
Bridgeton, NC
At a Glance
How Bridgeton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bridgeton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bridgeton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bridgeton residents earn a median household income of $35,833 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,661. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 45.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,740 business establishments, including 225 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bridgeton is $139,600 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $199,529. Median rent is $1,082/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Bridgeton reports 402 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,172/100K.
Education
35.2% of adults in Bridgeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bridgeton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.