Bridgeport, WV

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9,255
TOTAL POPULATION
4,128
MALE POPULATION
5,127
FEMALE POPULATION
80.51
MALES / 100 FEMALES
124.20
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$51,214
PER CAPITA INCOME
$129,508
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$96,063
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
51.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
48.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,709
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Bridgeport Zip Codes

Bridgeport Area Codes

Race in Bridgeport

The most populous races in Bridgeport are White / Caucasian (8,487 | 91.7%), Asian (321 | 3.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (284 | 3.1%).
Race in Bridgeport
Race# Population% Population
Asian3213.5%
Black / African American1711.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2843.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian8,48791.7%
Two or more Races2012.2%
Some other Race750.8%
Total9,255100.0%

Ancestry in Bridgeport

The most populous ancestries reported in Bridgeport are English (1,695 | 18.3%), German (1,633 | 17.6%), Italian (1,348 | 14.6%), Irish (1,181 | 12.8%), and American (555 | 6.0%), together accounting for 69.3% of all Bridgeport residents.
Ancestry in Bridgeport
Ancestry# Population% Population
African60.1%
American5556.0%
Arab800.9%
Austrian180.2%
Belgian1381.5%
Blackfeet60.1%
British130.1%
Burmese610.7%
Cherokee120.1%
Croatian190.2%
Czech110.1%
Czechoslovakian220.2%
Dutch700.8%
Eastern European160.2%
English1,69518.3%
European911.0%
French410.4%
German1,63317.6%
Greek1491.6%
Hungarian850.9%
Indian (Asian)1541.7%
Irish1,18112.8%
Italian1,34814.6%
Korean810.9%
Lebanese450.5%
Lithuanian320.4%
Mexican180.2%
Native Hawaiian280.3%
Nigerian1441.6%
Northern European290.3%
Polish4574.9%
Puerto Rican1051.1%
Russian300.3%
Scotch-Irish3563.8%
Scottish2302.5%
Slovak720.8%
Slovene100.1%
Spaniard540.6%
Spanish1071.2%
Subsaharan African1501.6%
Swedish410.4%
Swiss290.3%
Syrian50.1%
Thai730.8%
Ukrainian70.1%
Welsh70.1%
Yugoslavian170.2%
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Immigrants in Bridgeport

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bridgeport came from Asia (203 | 2.2%), Eastern Asia (131 | 1.4%), Africa (99 | 1.1%), Nigeria (99 | 1.1%), and Western Africa (99 | 1.1%), together accounting for 6.8% of all Bridgeport residents.
Immigrants in Bridgeport
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa991.1%
Asia2032.2%
Canada170.2%
China931.0%
Eastern Asia1311.4%
Eastern Europe100.1%
England110.1%
Europe210.2%
India120.1%
Korea380.4%
Nigeria991.1%
Northern Europe110.1%
Philippines160.2%
Russia100.1%
South Central Asia120.1%
South Eastern Asia160.2%
Syria110.1%
Turkey330.4%
Western Africa991.1%
Western Asia440.5%
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Sex and Age in Bridgeport

Sex and Age in Bridgeport

The most populous age groups in Bridgeport are 50 to 54 Years (523 | 12.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (442 | 8.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Bridgeport
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years306 (7.4%)129 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Years183 (4.4%)347 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years143 (3.5%)206 (4.0%)
15 to 19 Years157 (3.8%)315 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years145 (3.5%)163 (3.2%)
25 to 29 Years305 (7.4%)442 (8.6%)
30 to 34 Years247 (6.0%)318 (6.2%)
35 to 39 Years235 (5.7%)361 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years264 (6.4%)344 (6.7%)
45 to 49 Years266 (6.4%)269 (5.2%)
50 to 54 Years523 (12.7%)257 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years281 (6.8%)400 (7.8%)
60 to 64 Years283 (6.9%)270 (5.3%)
65 to 69 Years280 (6.8%)334 (6.5%)
70 to 74 Years246 (6.0%)191 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years67 (1.6%)217 (4.2%)
80 to 84 Years102 (2.5%)215 (4.2%)
85 Years and over95 (2.3%)349 (6.8%)
Total4,128 (100.0%)5,127 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Bridgeport

Median Family Size in Bridgeport

The median family size in Bridgeport is 3.09 persons per family, with single male/father families (91 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.27 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (233 | 10.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.72 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Bridgeport
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,998 (86.1%)3.08
Single Male/Father91 (3.9%)4.27
Single Female/Mother233 (10.0%)2.72
Total Families2,322 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in Bridgeport

The median household size in Bridgeport is 2.43 persons per household, with single male/father households (91 | 2.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.27 persons per household. non-family households (1,416 | 37.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Bridgeport
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,998 (53.4%)3.10
Single Male/Father91 (2.4%)4.27
Single Female/Mother233 (6.2%)2.72
Non-family1,416 (37.9%)1.32
Total Households3,738 (100.0%)2.43

Household Size by Marriage Status in Bridgeport

Out of a total of 3,738 households in Bridgeport, 2,322 (62.1%) are family households, while 1,416 (37.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,096, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,154.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bridgeport
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,154 (30.9%)
2-Person Households1,096 (29.3%)243 (6.5%)
3-Person Households607 (16.2%)19 (0.5%)
4-Person Households430 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households119 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households70 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,322 (62.1%)1,416 (37.9%)

Female Fertility in Bridgeport

Fertility by Age in Bridgeport

Average fertility rate in Bridgeport is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 70.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Bridgeport
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years54 (70.1%)59.0
35 to 50 years23 (29.9%)23.0
Total77 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bridgeport

51.9% of women with births (77) in Bridgeport are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 68.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bridgeport
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years17 (31.5%)37 (68.5%)
35 to 50 years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (51.9%)37 (48.0%)

Fertility by Education in Bridgeport

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Bridgeport
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree23 (29.9%)27.0
Graduate Degree54 (70.1%)118.0
Total77 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bridgeport

48.0% of women with births in Bridgeport are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 68.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bridgeport
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree17 (31.5%)37 (68.5%)
Total40 (51.9%)37 (48.0%)

Income in Bridgeport

Income Overview in Bridgeport

Per Capita Income in Bridgeport is $51,214, while median incomes of families and households are $129,508 and $96,063 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income9,255$51,214
Median Family Income2,322$129,508
Mean Family Income2,322$150,412
Median Household Income3,738$96,063
Mean Household Income3,738$119,684
Income Deficit2,322$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)9,25551.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)9,25548.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9,2550.41

Earnings by Sex in Bridgeport

Average Earnings in Bridgeport are $54,747, $86,338 for men and $41,517 for women, a difference of 51.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Bridgeport
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,511 (50.0%)$86,338
Female2,506 (49.9%)$41,517
Total5,017 (100.0%)$54,747

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bridgeport

The most common earnings brackets in Bridgeport are $100,000+ for men (1,013 | 40.3%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (276 | 11.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bridgeport
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less40 (1.6%)104 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)46 (1.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49955 (2.2%)36 (1.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99996 (3.8%)29 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49912 (0.5%)83 (3.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99930 (1.2%)73 (2.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49915 (0.6%)100 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (0.4%)38 (1.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4999 (0.4%)75 (3.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99986 (3.4%)10 (0.4%)
$25,000 to $29,999142 (5.7%)115 (4.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99966 (2.6%)180 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99972 (2.9%)276 (11.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99937 (1.5%)271 (10.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99948 (1.9%)152 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99940 (1.6%)171 (6.8%)
$55,000 to $64,999275 (11.0%)193 (7.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999107 (4.3%)90 (3.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999358 (14.3%)215 (8.6%)
$100,000+1,013 (40.3%)249 (9.9%)
Total2,511 (100.0%)2,506 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bridgeport

Average earnings in Bridgeport are $93,533 for men and $43,730 for women, a difference of 53.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $107,983, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,183. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,179, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $38,667.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bridgeport
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,183$50,387
College or Associate's Degree$77,778$38,667
Bachelor's Degree$86,853$40,833
Graduate Degree$107,983$56,179
Total$93,533$43,730

Family Income in Bridgeport

Family Income Brackets in Bridgeport

According to the Bridgeport family income data, there are 543 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Bridgeport
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000391.7%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999281.2%
$25,000 to $34,999954.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991305.6%
$50,000 to $74,99924410.5%
$75,000 to $99,99935315.2%
$100,000 to $149,99954123.3%
$150,000 to $199,99934614.9%
$200,000+54323.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bridgeport

6-person families (70 | 3.0%) account for the highest median family income in Bridgeport with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (1,105 | 47.6%) have the highest median income of $50,590 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bridgeport
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,105 (47.6%)$101,181
3-Person Families607 (26.1%)$128,250
4-Person Families421 (18.1%)$154,539
5-Person Families119 (5.1%)$134,861
6-Person Families70 (3.0%)$250,001
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,322 (100.0%)$129,508

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bridgeport

The median family income in Bridgeport is $129,508, with families comprising 3+ earners (269) having the highest median family income of $154,926, while families with no earners (318) have the lowest median family income of $62,708, accounting for 11.6% and 13.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Bridgeport
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners318 (13.7%)$62,708
1 Earner558 (24.0%)$95,366
2 Earners1,177 (50.7%)$145,954
3+ Earners269 (11.6%)$154,926
Total2,322 (100.0%)$129,508

Household Income in Bridgeport

Household Income Brackets in Bridgeport

With 796 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Bridgeport, accounting for 21.3% of all households. In contrast, only 64 households (1.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Bridgeport
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001203.2%
$10,000 to $14,999641.7%
$15,000 to $24,9991123.0%
$25,000 to $34,9992737.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993709.9%
$50,000 to $74,99947512.7%
$75,000 to $99,99955714.9%
$100,000 to $149,99979621.3%
$150,000 to $199,99937410.0%
$200,000+60216.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Bridgeport

The median household income in Bridgeport is $96,063, with the highest median household income of $131,333 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,312 households (35.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 16 households (0.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Bridgeport
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years16 (0.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,132 (30.3%)$107,692
45 to 64 Years1,312 (35.1%)$131,333
65+ Years1,278 (34.2%)$56,538
Total3,738 (100.0%)$96,063

Poverty in Bridgeport

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bridgeport

With 5.4% poverty level for males and 5.7% for females among the residents of Bridgeport, 25 to 34 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 137 males (24.8%) and 41 females (30.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bridgeport
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)37 (28.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years15 (6.7%)29 (7.7%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)41 (30.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years137 (24.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years10 (2.0%)63 (8.9%)
45 to 54 Years18 (2.3%)14 (2.7%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)19 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years39 (7.6%)28 (5.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)55 (7.7%)
Total219 (5.4%)286 (5.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bridgeport

According to the poverty statistics in Bridgeport, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bridgeport
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years306 (100.0%)92 (71.3%)
5 Years11 (100.0%)42 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years208 (93.3%)349 (92.3%)
12 to 14 Years92 (100.0%)92 (69.2%)
15 Years49 (100.0%)121 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years92 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years161 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years415 (75.2%)760 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years489 (98.0%)642 (91.1%)
45 to 54 Years771 (97.7%)512 (97.3%)
55 to 64 Years564 (100.0%)624 (97.1%)
65 to 74 Years472 (92.4%)484 (94.5%)
75 Years and over216 (100.0%)656 (92.3%)
Total3,846 (94.6%)4,731 (94.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bridgeport

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Bridgeport show that 2.8% or 55 of the total 1,998 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.3%, comprising of 39 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bridgeport
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,174 (98.7%)16 (1.3%)
1 or 2 Children702 (94.7%)39 (5.3%)
3 or 4 Children67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,943 (97.3%)55 (2.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bridgeport

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bridgeport
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)24 (15.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)24 (10.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bridgeport

The poverty data for Bridgeport shows that 55 of the married-couple family households (2.8%) and 24 of the single-parent households (7.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (5.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 household (14.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bridgeport
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children16 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children39 (5.3%)24 (14.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (2.8%)24 (7.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Bridgeport

Employment by Class of Employer in Bridgeport

Among the 4,599 employed individuals in Bridgeport, private company employees (2,461 | 53.5%), federal government employees (562 | 12.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (453 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Bridgeport
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,46153.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1232.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1934.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations4539.9%
Local Government Employees4419.6%
State Government Employees3668.0%
Federal Government Employees56212.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,599100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Bridgeport

According to the labor force statistics for Bridgeport, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,771), 60.6% or 4,709 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 75 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 86.5% or 1,041 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.0% or 26 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Bridgeport
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years170 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years187 (60.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years615 (82.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years438 (77.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,041 (86.5%)16 (1.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,044 (79.4%)10 (1.0%)
55 to 59 Years530 (77.8%)7 (1.3%)
60 to 64 Years336 (60.8%)15 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years324 (30.8%)26 (8.0%)
75 Years and over24 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,709 (60.6%)75 (1.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bridgeport

According to labor force statistics for Bridgeport, 79.1% of individuals (4,006) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,065) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 48 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.9% or 2,721 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.7% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bridgeport
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School16 (17.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma364 (54.0%)18 (2.7%)
College / Associate Degree904 (77.4%)20 (1.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,721 (86.9%)25 (0.8%)
Total4,006 (79.1%)61 (1.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Bridgeport

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bridgeport are Community & Social Service (983 | 21.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (658 | 14.2%), Education Instruction & Library (646 | 13.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (630 | 13.6%), and Health Technologists (616 | 13.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Bridgeport

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bridgeport, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (96.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (82.2%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (77.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (89.8%), Education, Arts & Media (85.7%), and Community & Social Service (80.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Bridgeport
OccupationMaleFemale
Management417 (74.5%)143 (25.5%)
Business & Financial57 (43.2%)75 (56.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science518 (82.2%)112 (17.8%)
Computers & Mathematics179 (72.8%)67 (27.2%)
Architecture & Engineering278 (96.5%)10 (3.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science61 (63.5%)35 (36.5%)
Community & Social Service 195 (19.8%)788 (80.2%)
Education, Arts & Media17 (14.3%)102 (85.7%)
Legal Services & Support37 (30.6%)84 (69.4%)
Education Instruction & Library66 (10.2%)580 (89.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment75 (77.3%)22 (22.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating258 (39.2%)400 (60.8%)
Health Technologists248 (40.3%)368 (59.7%)
Total (Category)1,445 (48.8%)1,518 (51.2%)
Total (Overall)2,279 (49.2%)2,357 (50.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Bridgeport are Security & Protection (185 | 4.0%), Law Enforcement (177 | 3.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (136 | 2.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (86 | 1.9%), and Healthcare Support (51 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Bridgeport

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Bridgeport, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (57.3%), and Law Enforcement (55.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (69.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Bridgeport
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Security & Protection106 (57.3%)79 (42.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement98 (55.4%)79 (44.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving42 (30.9%)94 (69.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance27 (31.4%)59 (68.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Total (Category)175 (37.0%)298 (63.0%)
Total (Overall)2,279 (49.2%)2,357 (50.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bridgeport are Office & Administration (454 | 9.8%), and Sales & Related (343 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Bridgeport

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Bridgeport
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related252 (73.5%)91 (26.5%)
Office & Administration34 (7.5%)420 (92.5%)
Total (Category)286 (35.9%)511 (64.1%)
Total (Overall)2,279 (49.2%)2,357 (50.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bridgeport are Construction & Extraction (137 | 3.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (106 | 2.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Bridgeport

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Bridgeport
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction107 (78.1%)30 (21.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)213 (87.6%)30 (12.3%)
Total (Overall)2,279 (49.2%)2,357 (50.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bridgeport are Transportation (78 | 1.7%), Material Moving (55 | 1.2%), and Production (27 | 0.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Bridgeport

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Bridgeport
OccupationMaleFemale
Production27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)160 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,279 (49.2%)2,357 (50.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Bridgeport

Employment Industries in Bridgeport

The major employment industries in Bridgeport include Health Care & Social Assistance (904 | 19.5%), Educational Services (830 | 17.9%), Public Administration (549 | 11.8%), Professional & Scientific (399 | 8.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (297 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in Bridgeport

Employment Industries by Sex in Bridgeport

The Bridgeport industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (88.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Educational Services (81.6%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (66.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bridgeport
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction103 (61.7%)64 (38.3%)
Construction184 (73.0%)68 (27.0%)
Manufacturing93 (64.6%)51 (35.4%)
Wholesale Trade45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade204 (73.9%)72 (26.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing79 (88.8%)10 (11.2%)
Utilities48 (38.4%)77 (61.6%)
Information63 (71.6%)25 (28.4%)
Finance & Insurance55 (43.0%)73 (57.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing86 (87.8%)12 (12.2%)
Professional & Scientific345 (86.5%)54 (13.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
Educational Services153 (18.4%)677 (81.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance304 (33.6%)600 (66.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation33 (53.2%)29 (46.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services117 (39.4%)180 (60.6%)
Public Administration318 (57.9%)231 (42.1%)
Total2,279 (49.2%)2,357 (50.8%)

Education in Bridgeport

School Enrollment in Bridgeport

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,645 students in Bridgeport are high school (449 | 27.3%), elementary school (343 | 20.8%), and middle school (284 | 17.3%).
School Enrollment in Bridgeport
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool472.9%
Kindergarten1026.2%
Elementary School34320.8%
Middle School28417.3%
High School44927.3%
College / Undergraduate25715.6%
Graduate / Professional1639.9%
Total1,645100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bridgeport

Out of a total of 1,645 students who are enrolled in schools in Bridgeport, 160 (9.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,485 (90.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 23 (46.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 32 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bridgeport
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old422 (96.6%)15 (3.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds302 (86.5%)47 (13.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds355 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds124 (73.4%)45 (26.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds137 (82.0%)30 (18.0%)
35 Years and over27 (54.0%)23 (46.0%)
Total1,485 (90.3%)160 (9.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bridgeport

Education (1,113 | 27.4%), business (751 | 18.4%), science & technology (597 | 14.7%), engineering (461 | 11.3%), and arts & humanities (241 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 4,070 individuals in Bridgeport who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bridgeport
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics741.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1603.9%
Physical & Health Sciences711.7%
Psychology1313.2%
Social Sciences1543.8%
Engineering46111.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology59714.7%
Business75118.4%
Education1,11327.4%
Literature & Languages842.1%
Liberal Arts & History1102.7%
Visual & Performing Arts812.0%
Communications421.0%
Arts & Humanities2415.9%
Total4,070100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Bridgeport

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bridgeport

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bridgeport are males with 2 vehicles (1,115, accounting for 49.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,002, making up 48.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bridgeport
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle210 (9.2%)331 (14.2%)
2 Vehicles1,115 (49.0%)1,002 (43.1%)
3 Vehicles707 (31.1%)820 (35.3%)
4 Vehicles200 (8.8%)116 (5.0%)
5 or more Vehicles42 (1.8%)56 (2.4%)
Total2,274 (100.0%)2,325 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Bridgeport

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bridgeport are 10 to 14 minutes (1,058 commuters, 24.9%), 15 to 19 minutes (909 commuters, 21.4%), and 5 to 9 minutes (720 commuters, 16.9%).
Commute Time in Bridgeport
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1142.7%
5 to 9 Minutes72016.9%
10 to 14 Minutes1,05824.9%
15 to 19 Minutes90921.4%
20 to 24 Minutes61614.5%
25 to 29 Minutes3207.5%
30 to 34 Minutes872.1%
35 to 39 Minutes942.2%
40 to 44 Minutes1543.6%
45 to 59 Minutes501.2%
60 to 89 Minutes711.7%
90 or more Minutes611.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Bridgeport

The most common commute times in Bridgeport are 10 to 14 minutes (580 commuters, 27.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (478 commuters, 22.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Bridgeport
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes114 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes289 (13.6%)431 (20.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes580 (27.3%)478 (22.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes501 (23.6%)408 (19.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes319 (15.0%)297 (13.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes73 (3.4%)247 (11.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes22 (1.0%)65 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes17 (0.8%)77 (3.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes90 (4.2%)64 (3.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes37 (1.7%)13 (0.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes21 (1.0%)50 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes61 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bridgeport

The most frequent times of departure to work in Bridgeport are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (417, 19.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (637, 29.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bridgeport
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM91 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM35 (1.7%)74 (3.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM75 (3.5%)38 (1.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM265 (12.5%)70 (3.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM265 (12.5%)314 (14.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM376 (17.7%)637 (29.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM417 (19.6%)358 (16.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM330 (15.5%)156 (7.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM30 (1.4%)178 (8.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM6 (0.3%)97 (4.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM6 (0.3%)51 (2.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM8 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM188 (8.8%)92 (4.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM32 (1.5%)65 (3.0%)
Total2,124 (100.0%)2,130 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Bridgeport

Occupancy by Ownership in Bridgeport

Of the total 3,738 dwellings in Bridgeport, owner-occupied units account for 2,781 (74.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 957 (25.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Bridgeport
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,78174.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units95725.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,738100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Bridgeport

Occupancy by Household Size in Bridgeport
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,15430.9%
2-Person Household1,33935.8%
3-Person Household62616.8%
4+ Person Household61916.6%
Total Housing Units3,738100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bridgeport

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bridgeport
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household652 (56.5%)502 (43.5%)
2-Person Household1,047 (78.2%)292 (21.8%)
3-Person Household524 (83.7%)102 (16.3%)
4+ Person Household558 (90.1%)61 (9.9%)
Total Housing Units2,781 (74.4%)957 (25.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bridgeport

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bridgeport
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School58 (56.9%)44 (43.1%)
High School Diploma366 (64.7%)200 (35.3%)
College/Associate Degree749 (76.2%)234 (23.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,608 (77.0%)479 (23.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bridgeport

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bridgeport
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years53414.3%
35 to 44 Years61416.4%
45 to 54 Years59415.9%
55 to 64 Years71819.2%
65 to 74 Years60916.3%
75 to 84 Years42711.4%
85 Years and Over2426.5%
Total3,738100.0%

Housing Finances in Bridgeport

Median Income by Occupancy in Bridgeport

Median Income by Occupancy in Bridgeport
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,781 (74.4%)$115,024
Renter-Occupied957 (25.6%)$67,330
Average3,738 (100.0%)$96,063

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bridgeport

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bridgeport
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00080 (2.9%)38 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99946 (1.7%)17 (1.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99932 (1.1%)70 (7.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99910 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999197 (7.1%)77 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999286 (10.3%)83 (8.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999200 (7.2%)273 (28.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999367 (13.2%)190 (19.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999655 (23.5%)142 (14.8%)
$150,000 or more908 (32.7%)67 (7.0%)
Total2,781 (100.0%)957 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bridgeport

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bridgeport
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30098 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499495 (17.8%)30 (3.1%)
$500 to $799544 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999289 (10.4%)236 (24.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499479 (17.2%)387 (40.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999375 (13.5%)145 (15.1%)
$2,000 to $2,499264 (9.5%)67 (7.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99969 (2.5%)25 (2.6%)
$3,000 or more168 (6.0%)15 (1.6%)
Total2,781 (100.0%)957 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Bridgeport

Housing Structures in Bridgeport

Housing Structures in Bridgeport
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,70272.3%
Single Unit, Attached2757.4%
2 Unit Apartments300.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1814.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2095.6%
10 or more Apartments3419.1%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total3,738100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bridgeport

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bridgeport
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,484 (91.9%)218 (8.1%)
Single Unit, Attached234 (85.1%)41 (14.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)181 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments46 (22.0%)163 (78.0%)
10 or more Apartments17 (5.0%)324 (95.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,781 (74.4%)957 (25.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bridgeport

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bridgeport
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room77 (2.8%)166 (17.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)119 (12.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms557 (20.0%)563 (58.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,130 (40.6%)97 (10.1%)
8 or more Rooms1,017 (36.6%)12 (1.3%)
Total2,781 (100.0%)957 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bridgeport

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bridgeport
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,450 (88.1%)533 (55.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity331 (11.9%)424 (44.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,781 (100.0%)957 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Bridgeport

Household Vehicle Usage in Bridgeport
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle84 (3.0%)173 (18.1%)
1 Vehicle588 (21.1%)359 (37.5%)
2 Vehicles1,304 (46.9%)303 (31.7%)
3 or more Vehicles805 (28.9%)122 (12.8%)
Total2,781 (100.0%)957 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Bridgeport

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bridgeport

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,2511,530
Median Property Value$240,300$274,200
Median Household Income$113,381$556
Monthly Housing Costs$515$168
Real Estate Taxes$1,614$51

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bridgeport

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bridgeport
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)76 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)24 (1.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999822 (65.7%)765 (50.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999362 (28.9%)550 (35.9%)
$500,000 to $749,99967 (5.4%)105 (6.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)10 (0.6%)
Total1,251 (100.0%)1,530 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bridgeport

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bridgeport
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00068 (5.4%)5 (0.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99932 (2.6%)12 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999129 (10.3%)56 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999163 (13.0%)68 (4.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999107 (8.6%)123 (8.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999106 (8.5%)93 (6.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999294 (23.5%)261 (17.1%)
$150,000 or more352 (28.1%)361 (23.6%)
Total1,251 (100.0%)1,530 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bridgeport

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bridgeport
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x540 (43.2%)125,410 (8,196.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x188 (15.0%)580 (37.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x109 (8.7%)534 (34.9%)
4.0x or more356 (28.5%)137 (8.9%)
Total1,251 (100.0%)1,530 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bridgeport

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bridgeport
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800126 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499429 (34.3%)101 (6.6%)
$800 to $1,499681 (54.4%)415 (27.1%)
Total1,251 (100.0%)1,530 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Bridgeport

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bridgeport

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bridgeport
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years459 (94.1%)29 (5.9%)
6 to 18 Years1,233 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years590 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years945 (86.3%)150 (13.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,189 (98.8%)15 (1.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,251 (95.1%)64 (4.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,104 (91.5%)103 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,000 (97.8%)23 (2.2%)
75 Years and older927 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,698 (95.8%)384 (4.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bridgeport

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bridgeport
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born459 (94.1%)29 (5.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,233 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen590 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bridgeport

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bridgeport
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000400 (96.4%)15 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,118 (99.4%)7 (0.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999764 (86.4%)120 (13.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,194 (89.9%)134 (10.1%)
$100,000 and over5,222 (98.0%)108 (2.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bridgeport

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bridgeport
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6207 (42.4%)418 (85.7%)
6 to 18 Years202 (16.4%)1,092 (88.6%)
19 to 25 Years9 (1.5%)581 (98.5%)
25 to 34 Years151 (13.8%)906 (82.7%)
35 to 44 Years45 (3.7%)1,165 (96.8%)
45 to 54 Years25 (1.9%)1,240 (94.3%)
55 to 64 Years138 (11.4%)1,010 (83.7%)
65 to 74 Years964 (94.2%)794 (77.6%)
75 Years and over927 (100.0%)681 (73.5%)
Total2,668 (29.4%)7,887 (86.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bridgeport

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bridgeport
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (2.8%)20 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years99 (5.3%)83 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years115 (22.5%)101 (19.7%)
75 Years and over144 (66.7%)362 (50.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bridgeport

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Bridgeport: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years33 (1.8%)23 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years39 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over106 (49.1%)284 (39.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Bridgeport: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years22 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over51 (23.6%)222 (31.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Bridgeport: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (2.8%)20 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years14 (0.8%)60 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)40 (7.8%)
75 Years and over87 (40.3%)129 (18.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Bridgeport: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years22 (1.2%)14 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years76 (14.9%)81 (15.8%)
75 Years and over72 (33.3%)195 (27.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Bridgeport: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)101 (19.7%)
75 Years and over5 (2.3%)42 (5.9%)

Technology Access in Bridgeport

Computing Device Access in Bridgeport

Computing Device Access in Bridgeport
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,08982.6%
Smartphone3,23586.5%
Tablet2,43365.1%
No Computing Device2576.9%
Total3,738100.0%

Internet Access in Bridgeport

Internet Access in Bridgeport
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home3,01880.7%
Cellular Data Only2045.5%
Satellite Internet1594.3%
No Internet45312.1%
Total3,738100.0%

Bridgeport Summary

Bridgeport, West Virginia is a small city located in the northern panhandle of the state. It is the county seat of Harrison County and is part of the Clarksburg-Bridgeport Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of 8,149 as of the 2010 census, making it the largest city in the county.

History

The area that is now Bridgeport was first settled in 1764 by a group of settlers from Pennsylvania. The settlement was originally known as Charlestown, but was later renamed Bridgeport in 1816. The name was chosen to honor the bridge that was built across the West Fork River. The bridge was built by a local entrepreneur named John Simpson, who also built the first gristmill in the area.
The city was officially incorporated in 1871 and quickly became an important hub for the local economy. The city was home to several industries, including a glass factory, a brickyard, and a tannery. The city also had a thriving agricultural sector, with several farms located in the area.
The city experienced a period of growth in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with the population increasing from 1,000 in 1880 to over 5,000 by 1910. The city was also home to several important businesses, including the Bridgeport Machine Company, which manufactured machine tools, and the Bridgeport Clay Products Company, which produced bricks and other clay products.

Geography

Bridgeport is located in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, in the Appalachian Mountains. The city is situated on the West Fork River, which flows through the city and is a tributary of the Monongahela River. The city is located approximately 30 miles south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and 60 miles north of Charleston, West Virginia.
The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land. The city is located at an elevation of 1,068 feet above sea level. The climate in Bridgeport is classified as humid continental, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.

Economy

The economy of Bridgeport is largely based on the service sector, with the city being home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including the Bridgeport Machine Company and the Bridgeport Clay Products Company.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including West Virginia University at Parkersburg, which is located just outside of the city limits. The city is also home to several medical facilities, including United Hospital Center and the Bridgeport Health Care Center.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Bridgeport was 8,149. The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 2.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median household income in Bridgeport was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Bridgeport?
Total Population of Bridgeport is 9,255.
What is the Total Male Population of Bridgeport?
Total Male Population of Bridgeport is 4,128.
What is the Total Female Population of Bridgeport?
Total Female Population of Bridgeport is 5,127.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bridgeport?
There are 80.51 Males per 100 Females in Bridgeport.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bridgeport?
There are 124.20 Females per 100 Males in Bridgeport.
What is the Median Population Age in Bridgeport?
Median Population Age in Bridgeport is 45.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bridgeport
Average Family Size in Bridgeport is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bridgeport
Average Household Size in Bridgeport is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bridgeport?
Per Capita income in Bridgeport is $51,214.
What is the Median Family Income in Bridgeport?
Median Family Income in Bridgeport is $129,508.
What is the Median Household income in Bridgeport?
Median Household Income in Bridgeport is $96,063.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bridgeport?
Income or Wage Gap in Bridgeport is 51.9%.
Women in Bridgeport earn 48.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bridgeport?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bridgeport is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bridgeport?
There are 4,709 People in the Labor Forcein in Bridgeport.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bridgeport?
60.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Bridgeport.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bridgeport?
Unemployment Rate in Bridgeport is 1.6%.