Bridgewater, VA

Virginia · Harrisonburg city · Harrisonburg Metro

Bridgewater is a small city in Virginia with a population of 6,650. Residents earn $81,012 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

4.0 /5.0

A Great

6,650 Population 2,639/sq mi density

$81,012 Median Income $30,850 per capita

$372,400 Home Value $368,752 Zillow

$1,141 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent

54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr

Overall

4.0 / 5.0

Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.5 / 5.0

$81,012 median income, 2.5% unemployment

Affordability

4.1 / 5.0

$372,400 home value, $1,141/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

A+

Education

4.9 / 5.0

48.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $81,012

8% higher than US avg

Home Value $372,400

32% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 48.6%

44% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,141

2% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.0%

0% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.7%

70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,650

Median Age31.9 yrs

Density2,639/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans5.2%

Economy

A+

Median Income$81,012

Per Capita$30,850

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty3.7%

Commute13 min

Housing

Home Value$372,400

Rent$1,141

Ownership64.0%

Zillow$368,752

Housing Units2,413

Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property373/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary32/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%

Uninsured7.7%

Smoking12.0%

Depression24.9%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain39.0 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation1,209 ft (369 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+48.6%

High School+93.6%

Graduate+19.9%

School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%

Commute13 min

Broadband88.6%

EV Stations1

Libraries1

Is Bridgewater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bridgewater receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Bridgewater stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bridgewater is $81,012, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bridgewater is $372,400, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Bridgewater is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 373 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bridgewater experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Bridgewater has a population of 6,650 with a density of 2,639 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58.2% female and 41.8% male. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 4.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.6% of residents, while 13.4% speak Spanish. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 13.3% of residents have a disability. 92.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,650

Total Population

2,639

People / sq mi

31.9yrs

Median Age

18% below US avg

2.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%

Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bridgewater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.6%

10% above US avg

Spanish 13.4%

0% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bridgewater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bridgewater is $81,012, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $969, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,754 business establishments, including 212 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Bridgewater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$81,012
	8% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,850
Avg Weekly Wage	$969
IRS Avg AGI	$56,144
Gini Index	0.480 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.7%
	70% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,754

Business (County)

Restaurants	212
Healthcare	204
Retail	317
Manufacturing	44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,439
	2% below US avg
Cost of Living	101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	13.4 min
Drive Alone	60.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bridgewater is $372,400, 32% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $368,752. Homes sell for 99% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,413 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $3,439. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$372,400
	32% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$368,752
Median List Price	$359,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$359,000
$/Sq Ft	$181
Homes Sold	4
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,141
	2% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,137
1 Bedroom	$1,181
2 Bedrooms	$1,369
3 Bedrooms	$1,787
4 Bedrooms	$2,126

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	64.0%
Owner-Occupied	64.0%
Renter-Occupied	36.0%
Housing Units	2,413
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,439
	2% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.92%

In Bridgewater, 32.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 30.0% have high blood pressure. 12.0% are current smokers. 17.2% report binge drinking. 20.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.4% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:745. The dentist ratio is 1:701. 98.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.0%
	0% below US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.0%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.0%
	14% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	20.9%
Depression	24.9%
Mental Distress	17.4%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.8%
Uninsured	7.7%
	10% below US avg
Primary Care	1:745
Dentists	1:701
Mental Health	1:138
Checkup Rate	77.0%
Dental Visits	75.3%
Premature Death	5,914/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	98.7%
Healthcare Facilities	204

Bridgewater has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 373 per 100,000, 81% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 341, burglary at 32, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bridgewater receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	373.0/100K
	81% below US avg
Burglary	32.4/100K
Theft	340.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	74
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Bridgewater experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 302 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 19.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,209 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	53.6°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	32°F (0°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,209 ft (369 m)
Area	2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density	2,639/sq mi
Coordinates	38.3885°N, 78.9645°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Harrisonburg city County
Nearest Airport	Shenandoah Valley Regional (SHD) 9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"

3% above US avg

Snowfall 19.4"

Wettest Month (Jul) 3.82"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	26.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	34.3 / 100
Community Resilience	16.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 6, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011	11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia	M5.8	105 km
Aug 25, 2011	8 km SW of Mineral, Virginia	M4.5	100 km
Aug 24, 2011	11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia	M4.2	103 km
Mar 15, 1991	7 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia	M3.8	117 km
Oct 21, 1998	13 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia	M3.8	117 km
May 5, 2003	Virginia	M3.6	123 km
Apr 22, 1991	14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia	M3.5	119 km
Aug 24, 2011	16 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia	M3.4	109 km
Sep 1, 2011	7 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia	M3.4	103 km
Sep 22, 2001	5 km E of Pantops, Virginia	M3.2	64 km
May 22, 2014	15 km ENE of Cumberland, Virginia	M3.1	124 km
Jan 30, 2012	9 km SSE of Louisa, Virginia	M3.1	99 km
Jan 17, 2016	3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia	M3.0	143 km
Mar 26, 2012	13 km S of Louisa, Virginia	M3.0	101 km
Oct 2, 2010	10 km NNW of Ashland, Virginia	M3.0	140 km
Oct 12, 2011	9 km S of Louisa, Virginia	M3.0	99 km
May 6, 2025	8 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia	M3.0	112 km
Mar 15, 2015	6 km SW of Mineral, Virginia	M2.8	100 km
Apr 21, 1998	1 km NNW of Free Union, Virginia	M2.8	42 km
Aug 23, 2011	9 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia	M2.8	103 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Isabel (2003, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2003	Isabel	Category 1	218 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

132 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 53 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Sep 24, 2001	EF4	88 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	87 km	0
Jul 25, 1985	EF3	52 km	0
Mar 21, 1976	EF3	54 km	0
Jun 16, 1966	EF3	98 km	0
Sep 30, 1959	EF3	48 km	11
Sep 30, 1959	EF3	48 km	1
Sep 30, 1959	EF3	82 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	30 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	49 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	92 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	48 km	0
Apr 28, 2002	EF2	41 km	0
May 4, 1990	EF2	45 km	2
Oct 13, 1983	EF2	95 km	0
Jul 9, 1980	EF2	80 km	0
Jun 19, 1978	EF2	90 km	0
Jun 12, 1976	EF2	61 km	0
Aug 17, 1965	EF2	77 km	0
Nov 29, 1963	EF2	40 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PINNACLES (24,792 ac, 2000).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2000	PINNACLES	24,792	61 km
2012	RICH HOLE	15,923	83 km
2023	MATTS CREEK	11,028	98 km
2016	MOUNT PLEASANT	11,001	75 km
2016	ROCKY MTN FIRE 2016	9,299	28 km
2024	WATERFALL MOUNTAIN	9,251	47 km
2022	UNNAMED	7,791	89 km
2014	ARCHER KNOB RX	6,093	46 km
2022	UNNAMED	5,893	46 km
2024	WAITES RUN	5,496	79 km
2021	UNNAMED	5,345	28 km
2015	UNNAMED	5,149	28 km
2013	UNNAMED	4,687	21 km
2002	FULTZ RUN	4,638	39 km
2008	ST MARYS	4,373	56 km
1999	SHOP RUN	4,261	30 km
2012	UNNAMED	4,219	88 km
1986	BIG RUN	4,161	26 km
2018	UNNAMED	4,022	20 km
2012	SHIPWRECK	3,779	29 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (0°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
February	35°F (1°C)	2.3 in	Driest
March	43°F (6°C)	3.0 in
April	52°F (11°C)	2.7 in
May	62°F (17°C)	3.7 in
June	70°F (21°C)	3.5 in
July	75°F (24°C)	3.8 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.6 in
September	66°F (19°C)	3.5 in
October	54°F (12°C)	3.1 in
November	44°F (7°C)	2.9 in
December	36°F (2°C)	2.5 in

Bridgewater has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.3").

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Bridgewater is located in Harrisonburg city County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 48.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. 19.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 61.7% of the vote, a 25.4-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 204 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 60.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.3%

D 61.7%

Winner: Democrat by 25.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	74
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	48.6%
	44% above US avg
High School+	93.6%
Graduate Degree+	19.9%
School Test Score	5.58

A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	2,639/sq mi
Total Area	2.5 sq mi
County	Harrisonburg city County

Services

Broadband Access	88.6%
Avg Download Speed	138.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	23.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	204
Restaurants	212
Retail Stores	317

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	13.4 min
Drive Alone	60.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.1%

Average costs for common services in Bridgewater. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit	$354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit	$202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning	$131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling	$253 ($152–$404)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement	$303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement	$202 ($101–$354)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair	$404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install	$7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair	$1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement	$9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense	$5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation	$506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation	$2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut	$56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$152 ($76–$253)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour)	$81 ($51–$131)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread	$3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb)	$1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly)	$71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$86 ($51–$152)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$76)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming	$61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$202 ($101–$404)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$812
Toddler	$665
Preschool	$611
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$854
Toddler	$711
Preschool	$691

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Harrisonburg city

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	4,966	190	$23,226	1.76
Retail Trade	4,399	267	$36,316	1.42
Manufacturing	3,757	64	$58,335	1.47
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,876	283	$54,501	0.65
Construction	1,172	104	$68,062	0.72
Professional & Technical Services	976	146	$79,804	0.45
Wholesale Trade	964	62	$64,002	0.79
Other Services	774	164	$40,704	0.83
Finance & Insurance	731	110	$86,102	0.58
Administrative & Waste Services	636	66	$45,305	0.35
Educational Services	610	23	$29,501	0.95
Information & Technology	482	26	$80,117	0.83
Real Estate	334	67	$53,341	0.69
Arts & Entertainment	201	20	$21,336	0.39
Management of Companies	194	12	$61,321	0.37
Unclassified	56	24	$30,744	1.29

Colleges & Universities in Bridgewater

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Bridgewater College	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	1,461	90.8%	$41,350	$41,350

Schools in Bridgewater

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
TURNER ASHBY HIGH	High	994	64	15.5:1
John W. Wayland Elementary	Elementary	516	38	13.6:1

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Radio Stations near Bridgewater

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
92.3 WXRK Charlottesville, VA	alternative rock, pop rock	AAC+ 48 kbps
Kickin' Country	—	MP3 128 kbps
WQSV 106.3 Staunton, VA	—	AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Bridgewater

10 campgrounds found near Bridgewater.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Lewis Mountain Campground	4.8/5	30	$30
SHERANDO LAKE GROUP CAMP	4.8/5	5	$50
SHERANDO LAKE GROUP PICNIC SHELTER	4.8/5	1	$25
SHERANDO LAKE RECREATION AREA FAMILY CAMPING	4.6/5	65	$25–$47
Loft Mountain Campground	4.4/5	202	$30–$75
SENECA SHADOWS	4.4/5	81	$17–$65
Brandywine Campground	—	1	Free
Camp Roosevelt	—	1	$10
Hone Quarry Campground	—	1	Free
Todd Lake Campground	—	1	Free

National Parks Near Bridgewater

19 national parks and monuments found near Bridgewater.

Park	Type	Fee
Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park	State Park	Free
Bear Creek Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Biscuit Run State Park	State Park	Free
Blackwater Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Canaan Valley Resort State Park	State Park	Free
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park	State Park	Free
Cathedral State Park	State Park	Free
Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Douthat State Park	State Park	Free
Fairfax Stone State Park	State Park	Free
Green Springs		Free
Holliday Lake State Park	State Park	Free
James River State Park	State Park	Free
Lost River State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
Seven Bends State Park	State Park	Free
Shenandoah National Park	National Park	$30
Sky Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Wolf Den Run Sp	State Park	Free

Trails Near Bridgewater

270+ trails found near Bridgewater.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
MASSANUTTEN	20.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILD OAK	9.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH MOUNTAIN	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	7.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
TIMBER RIDGE	7.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RAMSEYS DRAFT	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	6.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DYNAMITE	6.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILD OAK	6.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SAINT MARY'S	5.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCK MOUNTAIN	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	5.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PETERS MILL RUN	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SHAWS RIDGE	5.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY RUN	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLLOWAY DRAFT	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH RIVER	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILD OAK	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH RIVER GORGE	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SUGAR RUN	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
ROCKY RUN	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MILLS CREEK	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GROOM'S RIDGE	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COVE MOUNTAIN	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BALD RIDGE	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAW MILL	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
TILLMAN	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
GREEN MOUNTAIN	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TORRY RIDGE	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
TRIMBLE MOUNTAIN	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MAPLE SPRINGS	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TORRY RIDGE	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
HONE QUARRY MOUNTAIN	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
DOWELLS DRAFT	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WOLF RIDGE	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BENSON RUN	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TASKERS GAP	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SAND SPRINGS	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CLIFF	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PETERS MILL RUN	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HIGH KNOB	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SCOTHORN GAP	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SLATE LICK	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WHITE ROCK GAP	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CRAWFORD MOUNTAIN	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SLACKS OVERLOOK	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GEORGIA CAMP	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
ROAD HOLLOW	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HONE QUARRY MOUNTAIN	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FLAT RUN	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MILLS CREEK	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHIMNEY HOLLOW	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FALLS RIDGE	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SLATE SPRINGS	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SENECA ROCKS TRAIL	2.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CELLAR MOUNTAIN	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GAP CREEK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILD OAK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE STONEY	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLD SPRINGS	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BALD MOUNTAIN OVERLOOK	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAUREL RUN SPUR	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
JOHNSON DRAFT	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
KENNEDY RIDGE	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BALD RIDGE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STEPHENS	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOLF RIDGE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MINES RUN	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BRIDGE HOLLOW	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ORKNEY SPRINGS	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
JERRYS RUN	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MINE BANK CREEK	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG HOLLOW	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SECOND MOUNTAIN	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GEORGIA CAMP	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
WHITE OAK DRAFT	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILD OAK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BOTHER RIDGE	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BACK DRAFT	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHAWS FORK	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BLUEBERRY	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FRIDLEY GAP	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAW BREAKER	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CRAWFORD KNOB	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STEPHENS	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CRAWFORD KNOB	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MERTINS ROCK	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BOTHER RIDGE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BIRD KNOB	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE ROCK FALLS	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SINCLAIR HOLLOW	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ANT HILL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHAWS FORK	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MUD POND GAP	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
ROARING RUN	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FESTIVAL	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MILLER RUN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
FALLS HOLLOW	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FAT MOUNTAIN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HUNKERSON GAP	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MAPLE SPRINGS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CHESTNUT	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TOWER	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
POND KNOB	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SNYDER	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILD OAK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MORGAN RUN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SLATE LICK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROAD RUN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COLD SPRINGS	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHERANDO LAKESIDE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DUMP BED	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KENNEDY RIDGE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACK DRAFT	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LAUREL RUN SPUR	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ROCKY RUN	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NARROWBACK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BALD RIDGE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHIMNEY HOLLOW	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
AUGUSTA SPRINGS UPLAND	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BENSON RUN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MASSANUTTEN CONNECTOR	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FESTIVAL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HEART BREAK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEAR DRAFT	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLUE LOOP PARKING	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIDDEN ROCKS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TASKERS GAP	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FALLS HOLLOW	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BLUE LOOP WATER TANK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHAWS RIDGE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROARING RUN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
JAWBONE GAP	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HINER SPRINGS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DOWELLS DRAFT	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LITTLE SKIDMORE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MARTINS BOTTOM	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MEADOW KNOB	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
CELLAR MOUNTAIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LYNN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOWMAN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WALTERS GAP	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SHERANDO CLIFF	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MEADOW KNOB	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
ROARING RUN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOWMAN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILD OAK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHORT	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SAINT MARY'S GORGE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FRIDLEY GAP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TODD LAKE LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNKERSON GAP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHAFFER HOLLOW	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLS CREEK DAM	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAUREL RUN SPUR	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
AUGUSTA SPRINGS WETLAND	0.7	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLLOWAY DRAFT	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
STEPHENS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH FORK MTN (FR79-JUDY)	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BETSY	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WOLF RIDGE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DOUBLE DITCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BRALEY POND	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE SKIDMORE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH MOUNTAIN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
HIDDEN ROCKS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MINE BANK MOUNTAIN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROARING RUN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHAWS FORK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FRIDLEY GAP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HUNKERSON GAP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MEADOW KNOB	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIRD KNOB	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
EDINBURG GAP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LYNN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FESTIVAL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
RAMSEYS DRAFT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BRALEY BRANCH	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BEAR TRAP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NO WET FEET	0.5		—	—	—
7 BAR NONE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LUPTON	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ORKNEY SPRINGS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SAINT MARY'S	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
THE LIONS TALE	0.4	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CONFEDERATE BREASTWORKS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LA-DEE-DAH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SHAWS FORK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MASSANUTTEN STORYBOOK INTERP.	0.4	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
FALLS HOLLOW	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BRANDYWINE LOOP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HINER SPRINGS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TOMAHAWK POND	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SHERANDO DAM	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MEADOW KNOB	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HARDSCRABBLE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MEADOW KNOB	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
PIONEER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BALD RIDGE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GEORGIA CAMP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	Yes
WILD OAK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MONGOLD HOLLOW	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TASKERS RUN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILD FLOWER INTERPRETIVE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILD OAK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JAWBONE GAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WIDE GAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PITT SPRINGS LOOKOUT	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SAINT MARY'S	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KENNEDY PEAK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
COLD SPRINGS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHESTNUT FLAT SPRING	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DISCOVERY WAY INTERPRETIVE	0.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
BALD RIDGE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUCKLEBERRY	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH RIVER SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLLOWAY POND	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BALD RIDGE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BENNETTS RUN	0.2	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MEADOW KNOB	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
GREEN MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DOWELLS DRAFT	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BUFFALO SPRINGS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILD OAK SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HARDSCRABBLE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MASSANUTTEN CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FALLS RIDGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BRANDYWINE FISHING ACCESS	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
STEPHENS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SMALL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SHORT CUT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CELLAR MOUNTAIN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MEADOW KNOB	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LOCATION	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAW	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WESTVIEW	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHENANDOAH MOUNTAIN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHELTER	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TURTLE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MASSANUTTEN SOUTH	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MASSANUTTEN CONNECTOR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LA-DEE-DAH	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—

Museums in Bridgewater

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
REUEL B. PRITCHETT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5408285462	$78,854,625
D. RALPH HOSTETTER MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		5404324000	$50,791,238
HARTZLER LIBRARY GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5404324000	$50,791,238
M. T. BRACKHILL PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5404324000	$50,791,238
MARGARET MARTIN GEHMAN ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5404324000	$50,791,238
HUNT GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5408877196	$42,614,145
CHASSELL HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9065231155	$1,287,539
WOODROW WILSON PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 24	5408850897	$749,975
FRONTIER CULTURE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5403327850	$728,040
EXPLORE MORE DISCOVERY MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	150 S MAIN ST; PO BOX 957	5404428900	$423,498
HARRISONBURG CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	150 S MAIN ST	5404428900	$423,498
HARRISONBURG-ROCKINGHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5408792681	$166,820
AUGUSTA MILITARY ACADEMY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5402483007	$136,185
VIRGINIA QUILT MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		5404333818	$136,107
HISTORIC STAUNTON FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5408857676	$109,821
AUGUSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	20 S NEW STREET	5402484151	$55,624
FORT HARRISON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	335 MAIN ST	5408792280	$28,561
JOHN KLINE HOMESTEAD TRUST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5408965001	$24,188
PLAINS DISTRICT MEMORIAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM			$22,379
CAMERA HERITAGE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5408868535	$6,492
AUGUSTA MILITARY ACADEMY ALUMNI MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5402483007
BRCC FINE ARTS CENTER & GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5402349261
CITIZENS FOR DOWNTOWN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CROSS KEYS-GOODS MILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
EDITH J. CARRIER ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5405683194
JOHN C. WELLS PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5405684071
LINCOLN SOCIETY OF VIRGINIA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MINERAL MUSEUM AT JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY	GENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF BANK HISTORY AT SUNTRUST BANK	GENERAL MUSEUM	2-14 W BEVERLEY ST
ROCINGHAM COUNTY BASEBALL LEAGUE MUSEUM FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
ROCKINGHAM SPRINGS ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
SAWHILL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5405686407
SHENANDOAH CIVIL WAR ASSOCIATES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHENANDOAH VALLEY TEXTILE GUILD AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
VALLEY TURNPIKE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5404328935
ZIRKLE HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5405686869

Libraries in Bridgewater

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
MASSANUTTEN REGIONAL LIBRARY	174 S. MAIN STREET	0.0	331,463
STAUNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	1 CHURCHVILLE AVENUE	0.0	205,374

Farmers Markets in Bridgewater

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Broadway Farmers Market	161 S Main St	05/05/2018 to 09/01/2018	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Visit
Dayton Farmers Market	3105 John Wayland Highway			Visit
Harrisonburg Farmers Market	228 South Liberty St.	04/01/2017 to 11/21/2017	Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
North Augusta Farmer's Market		04/01/2018 to 10/01/2018	Wed: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM;
Staunton/Augusta Farmers' Market	Johnson St. and Byers St.	04/03/2013 to 11/23/2013	Wed: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit

Restaurants in Bridgewater

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bob A-Rea's

Coffee Room

Cracked Pillar

El Charro

Francesco's

New York Flying Pizza

Red Apple Chinese Restaurant

Sakura Bridgewater

Cafes in Bridgewater

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sugar & Bean Cafe

Theatres in Bridgewater

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sipe Center

Gas Stations in Bridgewater

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

257 Grocery

7-Eleven

Bridgewater Garage

Werner's Store

Banks in Bridgewater

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Farmers & Merchants Bank

Truist

United Bank

Breweries in Bridgewater

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brothers Craft Brewing	Bars & Clubs, Breweries, Nightlife, Food & Drink	790 N Main St	15404216599
Hermitage Hill Farm and Stables	Outdoor Activities, Farms, Food & Drink, Breweries, Horseback Riding Tours, Horse Stables	375 Madrid Rd	5404902609, 5403632609, 15404902609	Visit
Pale Fire Brewing Co	Food & Drink, Breweries	217 S Liberty St	15402175452
Queen City Brewing Ltd.	manufacturing, Beverages, Liquor & Beer Manufacturers, Malt Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Staunt	834 Springhill Rd	5402138014	Visit
Staunton Coffee Co	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities, Breweries, Beer & Ale, C	120 S Lewis St	5402132366, 8046419340	Visit
Three Notch'd Brewing Company	Restaurant, Food & Drink, Brewery, Breweries	241 E Market St	5402175939, 4349610959, 15402175939	Visit

Nursing Homes in Bridgewater

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC. 302 NORTH SECOND STREET	For profit - Corporation	139	120	4/5	—	5/5	3/5	5408282531

Pharmacies in Bridgewater

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BRIDGEWATER PHARMACY	509 NORTH MAIN STREET	540-828-6000
DICKSONS HEALTH MART PHARMACY	120 NORTH MAIN STREET	540-828-2514

EV Charging Stations in Bridgewater

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
BRIDGEWATER C KCC LOT 01	418 E College St	ChargePoint Network	1	J1772	public
Bridgewater Retirement	100 Virginia Avenue	Blink Network	1	J1772	public
TOB STATION 1	418 N Main St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Bridgewater

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Spring Hill site) NR INT RT 612 & 742	TOWER	122
NR INT RT 612 & 742	TOWER	122
NR INT RT 612 & 742	TOWER	122
2696 HARPINE HIGHWAY	TOWER	110
2696 HARPINE HIGHWAY	TOWER	110
3962 Scenic Road	TOWER	95
3962 Scenic Road	TOWER	95
0.8 KM NORTH NORTHWEST	TOWER	79
(Weyers Cave site) 765 Dices Ferry Road	TOWER	61
(Sampson site) 210 Fountain Cave Road	TOWER	61
210 Fountain Cave Road	TOWER	61
210 Fountain Cave Road	TOWER	61
Crimora Station Site 166 Crimora Station lane (Crimora Station 196496437)	TOWER	61
(Reservoir Hill site) 250 N. JEFFERSON ST.	TOWER	59
436 Hankey Mountain Hwy	TOWER	56
436 Hankey Mountain Hwy	TOWER	56
Fulks Run - 5923 Mayberry Rd.	TOWER	50
Fulks Run - 5923 Mayberry Rd.	TOWER	50
3859 Pack Saddle Rd	TOWER	37

Fire Stations in Bridgewater

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bridgewater Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. (Rockingham County Fire & Rescue)	304 N Main ST	Mostly volunteer			540-828-3121

Bridges in Bridgewater

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2014	50	6,879	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2018	225	6,525	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	339	3,809	F
Culvert	Concrete	1980	60	3,809	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	48	3,809	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	48	3,809	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	60	3,809	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1932	99	2,756	F
Slab	Concrete	1970	44	2,702	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1951	302	2,455	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1954	130	2,086	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1932	26	1,618	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1958	130	1,541	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	244	1,205	F
Culvert	Concrete	1963	23	1,205	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1951	244	936	F
Culvert	Concrete	1985	21	878	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1985	107	821	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1937	69	768	G
Slab	Concrete	1932	22	768	F
Culvert	Concrete	2007	35	569	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1940	53	538	F
Slab	Concrete	1932	24	521	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	25	506	F
Culvert	Concrete	2000	22	452	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1974	38	421	F
Slab	Concrete	1940	30	417	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1995	110	417	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1986	90	309	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1925	59	275	F
Culvert	Steel	1967	46	252	F
Slab	Concrete	1925	125	237	F
Culvert	Concrete	2008	21	189	G
Culvert	Concrete	2001	61	186	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2007	40	169	G
Culvert	Concrete	1996	27	147	G
Culvert	Concrete	1995	80	138	F
Slab	Concrete	1981	26	109	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1910	40	65	G
Culvert	Concrete	1977	67	27	F

Amtrak Stations in Bridgewater

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Staunton, VA	1 Middlebrook Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Bridgewater

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
HARRISONBURG RESOURCE RECOVER FACILITY	320 MOSBY ROAD	HARRISONBURG CITY
INTRAPAC (HARRISONBURG) INC	810 NORTH MAIN ST	HARRISONBURG CITY
MOFFETT PAVING & EXCAVATING CO INC	310 NEW HOPE RD	STAUNTON

Airports Near Bridgewater

42 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport	CHO	Medium Airport
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport	SHD	Medium Airport
Ayers Airport	—	Small Airport
Bear River Field	—	Small Airport
Bridgewater Air Park	—	Small Airport
Brook Hill Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Cottonwood Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Cub Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle's Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Echols Field	—	Small Airport
Faber Airport	—	Small Airport
Flatwoods Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Frank Field	—	Small Airport
Franwood Farms Inc. Airport	—	Small Airport
Front Royal Warren County Airport	FRR	Small Airport
Fulcher Family Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Grant County Airport	PGC	Small Airport
Grayson Airport	—	Small Airport
Hannah Field	—	Small Airport
Hidden River Airport	—	Small Airport
Longs Airport	—	Small Airport
Lotus International Airport	—	Small Airport
Luray Caverns Airport	—	Small Airport
Lynnhaven Field	—	Small Airport
Mount Horeb Field	—	Small Airport
Mulberry Run Airport	—	Small Airport
New Market Airport	—	Small Airport
River Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Rock Airport	—	Small Airport
Rockfish Airport	—	Small Airport
Root Field	—	Small Airport
Shackelford Airport	—	Small Airport
Singleton Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky Bryce Airport	—	Small Airport
Snow Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Starr Airport	—	Small Airport
Tye River Airport	—	Small Airport
Weavers Landing	—	Small Airport
Windwood Fly-In Resort Airport	—	Small Airport
Woodridge Field	—	Small Airport
Woodstock Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bridgewater

6 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Broadway Police Department
James Madison University Campus Police
Massanutten Police Department
Police Office
Public Safety Building	101 North Main Street
Virginia Department of State Police

Grocery Stores in Bridgewater

6 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
257 Grocery Express	Convenience Store	6939 Briery Branch Rd
7-eleven 34517b 34517B	Convenience Store	211 N Main St
Bridgewater IGA	Super Store	519 N Main St
Bridgewater Psm	Convenience Store	526 N Main St
Family Dollar 8303	Other	602 N Main St
Krossroads Country Store	Convenience Store	8236 Ottobine Rd

Treatment Centers in Bridgewater

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
BHG Staunton Treatment Center - Staunton Treatment Center LLC	Substance Abuse	540-217-6366
Mental Wellness Now LLC	Both	540-246-8155

DOL Wage Violations in Bridgewater

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $50,652 in back wages owed to 12 employees.

Violations

$50,652

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
EL Charro 7 Mexican Restaurant	—	—	22812	—	1	$43,372	$4,819	9
Shen-Valley Masonry, Inc.	—	—	22812	—	1	$7,280	$2,427	3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bridgewater

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BRIDGEWATER BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 333
CHRISTIAN WEDDING CHAPLAINS ASSOCIATION INC	310 N MAY CT
CHURCH OF FAITH AND LOVE	RT 2 BOX 620
HOPE RIDGE VA	PO BOX 134
MEREDITH K READ MINISTRIES	200 VICTORIA DR
SANGERVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	2488 N RIVER RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bridgewater

What is the population of Bridgewater?

Bridgewater has a population of 6,650 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 2,639 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58.2% female and 41.8% male.

Is Bridgewater expensive to live in?

Bridgewater has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $81,012, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $372,400 (32% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bridgewater safe?

Bridgewater is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 373 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bridgewater receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bridgewater?

Bridgewater has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Bridgewater?

The job market in Bridgewater is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $969. There are 1,754 business establishments in the area, including 212 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 12.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bridgewater?

The median home value in Bridgewater is $372,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $368,752. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,141. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,439.

How are the schools in Bridgewater?

Schools in Bridgewater score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 48.6% of adults in Bridgewater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. 19.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bridgewater?

The obesity rate in Bridgewater is 32.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.0% of adults are smokers. 20.9% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance. 98.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:745.

What is transportation like in Bridgewater?

The average commute in Bridgewater is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 60.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bridgewater?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bridgewater is 87.9% White, 4.1% Black or African American. 86.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.4% speak Spanish. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 13.3% of residents have a disability. 92.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Dayton, VA 2,023 pop · 2.4 mi Belmont Estates, VA 1,037 pop · 4.6 mi Harrisonburg, VA 51,492 pop · 5.9 mi Massanetta Springs, VA 6,028 pop · 7.2 mi Weyers Cave, VA 2,243 pop · 8.0 mi Grottoes, VA 2,926 pop · 11.1 mi McGaheysville, VA 1,155 pop · 12.6 mi Massanutten, VA 2,215 pop · 12.9 mi Verona, VA 4,274 pop · 13.6 mi Harriston, VA 1,252 pop · 14.5 mi Staunton, VA 25,765 pop · 16.8 mi Crimora, VA 1,823 pop · 17.0 mi Broadway, VA 4,221 pop · 17.6 mi Elkton, VA 2,973 pop · 18.9 mi

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