Bridgetown, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Bridgetown is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 2,955. Residents earn $127,917 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,955 Population 1,362/sq mi density
$127,917 Median Income $47,009 per capita
$320,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$127,917 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$320,800 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,917
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $320,800
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.9%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,955
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density1,362/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,917
Per Capita$47,009
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$9,783M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$320,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Elevation368 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+99.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute39 min
Libraries6

Is Bridgetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bridgetown receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Bridgetown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bridgetown is $127,917, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places Bridgetown among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bridgetown is $320,800, 14% above the national median. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bridgetown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bridgetown has a population of 2,955 with a density of 1,362 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

2,955
Total Population
1,362
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bridgetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bridgetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bridgetown is $127,917, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Bridgetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,917
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,009
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$69,225

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,754
County GDP$9,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants415
Healthcare322
Retail661
Manufacturing88

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.3 min
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bridgetown is $320,800, 14% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,800
14% above US avg
Median List Price$499,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,900
$/Sq Ft$161
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops3.9%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Bridgetown, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death10,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities322

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Bridgetown has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.2 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation368 ft (112 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density1,362/sq mi
Coordinates34.8897°N, 89.9048°W
County FIPS28033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,362/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities322
Restaurants415
Retail Stores661

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.3 min
Work from Home13.7%

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