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Lake Bridgeport, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lake Bridgeport is a small town in Texas with a population of 347. Residents earn $71,538 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
347 Population 738/sq mi density
$71,538 Median Income $39,407 per capita
$195,800 Home Value
$1,286 Median Rent 24.8% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,538 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,800 home value, $1,286/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,538
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,286
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density738/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,538
Per Capita$39,407
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$4,250M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,800
Rent$1,286
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units205
Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured17.1%
Smoking19.2%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation899 ft (274 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute34 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries6

Is Lake Bridgeport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Bridgeport receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Lake Bridgeport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Bridgeport is $71,538, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Bridgeport is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,286 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Bridgeport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lake Bridgeport has a population of 347 with a density of 738 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 7.2% Hispanic.

Population

347
Total Population
738
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Bridgeport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lake Bridgeport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Bridgeport is $71,538, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Lake Bridgeport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,538
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,407
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$82,340

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,654
County GDP$4,250M

Business (County)

Restaurants119
Healthcare111
Retail182
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,757
93% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Bridgeport is $195,800, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,286 (11% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,800
31% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,286
11% above US avg
Rent Burden24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Housing Units205
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,757
93% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Lake Bridgeport, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Bridgeport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep44.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Uninsured17.1%
99% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,656
Dentists1:4,681
Mental Health1:1,370
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits51.0%
Premature Death8,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access38.4%
Healthcare Facilities111
Lake Bridgeport has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density738/sq mi
Coordinates33.2073°N, 97.8310°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48497
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density738/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants119
Retail Stores182

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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