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Bridgewater, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Bridgewater is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 4,065. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

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4,065 Population 5,019/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
26.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$17,306 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$17,306 median income, 11.9% unemployment
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Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

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About Bridgewater

Bridgewater

Bridgewater is a northern suburb of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, 19 kilometres from the central business district.

People

Population4,065
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density5,019/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$17,306
Per Capita$17,306
Unemployment11.9%

Housing

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Home Value$146,400
Rent$732
Ownership43.0%
Housing Units1,626

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population4,065
Population Density5,019 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-42.7372°, 147.2278°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (666 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,306
Median Age31.0 years

About Bridgewater

Bridgewater is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 4,065. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Bridgewater has a population of 4,065 with a density of 5,019 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,065
Total Population
5,019
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below Australia avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bridgewater vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bridgewater is $17,306, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,306 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $333, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 386 business establishments.

Income: Bridgewater vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,306
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,306
Avg Weekly Wage$333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)386

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bridgewater is $146,400, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 43.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,626 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership43.0%
Owner-Occupied43.0%
Renter-Occupied57.0%
Housing Units1,626

Property Tax

Climate in Bridgewater

Bridgewater has an average annual temperature of 13°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 489 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.3°C / 65°F 11.7° / 24.9° 41.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 11.1° / 23.8° 31.8
Mar 16°C / 61°F 10° / 22.1° 37.6
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 18.9° 32.7
May 10.9°C / 52°F 5.9° / 15.8° 35.2
Jun 8.8°C / 48°F 4° / 13.6° 47.9
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.1° 37.5
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 3.6° / 14° 52.4
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 5.4° / 16.2° 40.6
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.3° 43.5
Nov 14.7°C / 58°F 8.8° / 20.6° 45.7
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.7° 43.0
Bridgewater experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below Australia avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density5,019/sq mi
Coordinates-42.7372°N, 147.2278°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.2"
31% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.64"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Oct 8, 2024.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 58 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 136 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
July 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 49°F (10°C) 2.3 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in

Bridgewater has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 44°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Bridgewater

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
JRLF - Senior School
Northern Christian School
St Pauls Catholic School
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Radio Stations near Bridgewater

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthony Borghesi AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Hobart AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Bridgewater

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of Tasmania
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Gatekeeper Cottage
Grote Reber Museum
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Narryna Heritage Museum
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Bridgewater

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
New Norfolk Lbrary0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Bridgewater

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market

Gas Stations in Bridgewater

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

United

Shopping Malls in Bridgewater

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cove Hill
Green Point Plaza

Breweries in Bridgewater

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deep South Brewing Company
Deep South Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Bridgewater

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Bridgewater

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Mawson 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bridgewater

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Lagoon Bay AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport
YDNASmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Bridgewater

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
Gregory Street Psychology
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Millbrook Rise Centre
Psychology Centre
Sandy Bay Clinic
Sandy Bay Podiatry
Silk Laser Clinics
st.lukes Health

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bridgewater

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Pauls Catholic Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bridgewater

What is the population of Bridgewater?

Bridgewater has a population of 4,065 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5,019 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bridgewater expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,306, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,400 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bridgewater?

Bridgewater has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.

How is the job market in Bridgewater?

The job market in Bridgewater faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $333. There are 386 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bridgewater?

The median home value in Bridgewater is $146,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 43.0%.

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