Bridgewater, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Harrisonburg city County
Bridgewater, VA
At a Glance
How Bridgewater Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bridgewater's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bridgewater a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bridgewater residents earn a median household income of $81,012 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,850. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,754 business establishments, including 212 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bridgewater is $372,400 , 32% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $374,804. Median rent is $1,141/month, with 26.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Bridgewater reports 29 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 572/100K.
Education
48.6% of adults in Bridgewater hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bridgewater has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches.