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Bridgetown, Barbados

Saint Michael · 🇧🇧 Barbados

Bridgetown is a mid-size city in Saint Michael, Barbados with a population of 98,511. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
98,511 Population 6,567/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
63.3 in Annual Rain
America / Barbados Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg

People

Population98,511
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density6,567/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,584
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI67 (Moderate)
Rain63.3 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Population98,511
Population Density6,567 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates13.1073°, -59.6202°
TimezoneAmerica/Barbados
Country🇧🇧 Barbados
State / ProvinceSaint Michael
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation63.3 inches (1,607 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age41.4 years

Is Bridgetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bridgetown receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Bridgetown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bridgetown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67.

Bridgetown has a population of 98,511 with a density of 6,567 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 square miles. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 22.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

98,511
Total Population
6,567
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
15.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bridgetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bridgetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bridgetown is N/A. Per capita income is $25,584 (below the $39,052 national figure). The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bridgetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,584

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bridgetown, 38.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 41.8% have high blood pressure. 9.5% report binge drinking. 81.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
High Blood Pressure41.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking9.5%
Physical Inactivity81.8%
Depression5.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Bridgetown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 67 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 73% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.3 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median67.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %73.2%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area15.0 sq mi (38.9 km²)
Population Density6,567/sq mi
Coordinates13.1073°N, 59.6202°W
TimezoneAmerica/Barbados

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in
February 78°F (25°C) 3.0 in Coldest
March 79°F (26°C) 2.7 in
April 80°F (26°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.1 in
June 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.5 in Warmest
October 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 9.3 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in

Bridgetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 78°F in February to 81°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 63.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.3") and April the driest (2.3").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,567/sq mi
Total Area15.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bridgetown

What is the population of Bridgetown?

Bridgetown has a population of 98,511 residents and is located in Barbados. The population density is 6,567 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Bridgetown expensive to live in?

Bridgetown is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bridgetown?

Bridgetown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 67.

How are the schools in Bridgetown?

22.0% of adults in Bridgetown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bridgetown?

The obesity rate in Bridgetown is 38.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 81.8% are physically inactive. 5.2% of residents report depression.

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