Bridgeport

Bridgeport, Connecticut Overview

Bridgeport faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (48.2/100) and ranking #17 of 20 cities in Connecticut. Even so, the city scores 72/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 24/100.

Income & Employment in Bridgeport

Bridgeport’s median income of $58,515 is 37% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.3%.

Safety in Bridgeport

Bridgeport’s violent crime rate of 395.3 per 100,000 runs above the Connecticut average of 136. The property crime rate is 1413 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Bridgeport

Bridgeport has a cost of living index of 106.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $252,400. Median monthly rent is $1,405.

Health & Wellness in Bridgeport

The adult obesity rate in Bridgeport is 33.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 13%. Residents report an average of 18.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Connecticut ranks #4 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Bridgeport

The high school graduation rate in Bridgeport is 71.3%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 14.7:1. Local districts invest $19,811 per student, well above the national median. The city has 43 public schools serving 23,412 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Bridgeport

The annual average temperature in Bridgeport is 53.3°F. Summers average 70.1°F. Winters average 38.1°F. Precipitation is abundant at 63.1 inches per year.

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