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Bridgewater, NY

New York

Bridgewater is a small town in New York with a population of 507. Residents earn $35,755 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
507 Population 523/sq mi density
$35,755 Median Income $18,195 per capita
$73,300 Home Value
$721 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$35,755 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,300 home value, $721/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
1.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,755
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $721
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population507
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density523/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,755
Per Capita$18,195
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty24.4%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,300
Rent$721
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units256
Rent Burden22.1%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking21.6%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,215 ft (370 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+80.4%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.5%
Libraries13

Is Bridgewater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bridgewater receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bridgewater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bridgewater is $35,755, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bridgewater is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $721 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bridgewater experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 77.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bridgewater has a population of 507 with a density of 523 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%).

Population

507
Total Population
523
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bridgewater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bridgewater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bridgewater is $35,755, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bridgewater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,755
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,195
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bridgewater is $73,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $721 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,300
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$721
38% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.2%
Housing Units256
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate9.66%
In Bridgewater, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Bridgewater has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall77.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,215 ft (370 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density523/sq mi
Coordinates42.8787°N, 75.2520°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 81.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.9%
94% below US avg
High School+80.4%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.39
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density523/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.5%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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