Bridgewater Town, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,670 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
58.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$156,682 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$610,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,374 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,618 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Western Connecticut Planning Region
2
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Western Connecticut Planning Region
1
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 13 24
Feb 2 11 28
Mar 4 9 36
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 5 0 50
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 9 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, CT State Senate District 32, CT State House District 69, CT
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Schools

The Burnham School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Faith Prep School
3 miles, W • 5 star
Brookfield High School
3 miles, SW • 4.1 star
New Milford High School
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Post University
14 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Danbury Hospital
9 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Waterbury Hospital
16 miles, E • 1.4 star
Saint Mary's Hospital
17 miles, E • 4.1 star
Putnam Hospital Center
18 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tweed-New Haven Airport
30 miles, SE • 1 star
Westchester County Airport
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bradley International Airport
45 miles, E • 2.8 star
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