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Crime in Bridgeport summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Bridgeport. Key points include:
There were 150 total crimes in Bridgeport in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Bridgeport is 1,596.4 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Bridgeport is 138.4 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Bridgeport is 1,458.1 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Bridgeport is -24.67% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Bridgeport Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Bridgeport / 100k People |
West Virginia / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 150 | 1,596.4 | 1,410.8 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 13 | 138.4 | 248.8 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 1 | 10.6 | 9.7 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 8 | 85.1 | 185.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 137 | 1,458.1 | 1,161.9 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 3 | 31.9 | 178.3 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 132 | 1,404.9 | 905.1 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 2 | 21.3 | 78.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Bridgeport summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Bridgeport. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around West Virginia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Bridgeport is 100 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Bridgeport is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Bridgeport is $297,306.
The median income in Bridgeport is $100,022.
Bridgeport's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Bridgeport Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Bridgeport | West Virginia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 100 | 86 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 95 | 100 |
| Groceries | 91 | 95 | 100 |
| Health | 122 | 61 | 100 |
| Housing | 94 | 95 | 100 |
| Transportation | 90 | 93 | 100 |
| Utilities | 94 | 93 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Bridgeport, WV Weather
The average high in Bridgeport is 63.7° and the average low is 40.4°.
There are 94.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.7 inches of precipitation each year with 32.9 inches of snow.
| Stat | Bridgeport |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 63.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 40.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 94.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.7 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 32.9 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Bridgeport Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Bridgeport
The current population in Bridgeport is 9,252. The population has increased 16.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9,252 | -0.4% |
| 2023 | 9,292 | 0.4% |
| 2022 | 9,255 | 1.0% |
| 2021 | 9,165 | 5.6% |
| 2020 | 8,675 | 1.4% |
| 2019 | 8,556 | 1.1% |
| 2018 | 8,466 | 1.0% |
| 2017 | 8,382 | 0.2% |
| 2016 | 8,364 | 0.3% |
| 2015 | 8,338 | 0.3% |
| 2014 | 8,316 | 0.7% |
| 2013 | 8,260 | 1.0% |
| 2012 | 8,175 | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 8,052 | 0.9% |
| 2010 | 7,978 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Bridgeport
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Bridgeport is:
88.5% White with 8,190 White residents.
1.9% African American with 178 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
3.8% Asian with 348 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
1.5% Two Or More with 136 Two Or More residents.
4.3% Hispanic with 400 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Bridgeport | WV | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 88.5% | 89.7% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.9% | 3.1% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.8% | 0.8% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 1.5% | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 4.3% | 2.1% | 19.3% |
Gender in Bridgeport
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Bridgeport is 55.3% female with 5,117 female residents.
Bridgeport is 44.7% male with 4,135 male residents.
| Gender | Bridgeport | WV | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 44.7% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Bridgeport for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed 9-12th grade.
19.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed high school / ged.
19.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed some college.
5.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed associate's degree.
31.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed bachelor's degree.
15.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed master's degree.
6.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Bridgeport completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Bridgeport | WV | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 19.0% | 39.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 5.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.0% | 14.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 15.0% | 7.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 6.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Bridgeport, West Virginia
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2.7% of households in Bridgeport earn Less than $10,000.
1.6% of households in Bridgeport earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.3% of households in Bridgeport earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.9% of households in Bridgeport earn $25,000 to $34,999.
9.1% of households in Bridgeport earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.0% of households in Bridgeport earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.4% of households in Bridgeport earn $75,000 to $99,999.
23.5% of households in Bridgeport earn $100,000 to $149,999.
10.0% of households in Bridgeport earn $150,000 to $199,999.
16.5% of households in Bridgeport earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Bridgeport | WV | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.7% | 6.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.6% | 5.5% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.3% | 9.4% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.9% | 9.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.1% | 12.4% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.0% | 17.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.4% | 12.7% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 23.5% | 15.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 10.0% | 6.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 16.5% | 5.9% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
