Cost of Living in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT
Population 329,259 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT is $1,546/month, 4% higher than the Connecticut median and 9% higher than the U.S. median. The median home value is $428,800, 29% higher than the national median. Households earn a median of $89,667 a year, 6% lower than the state median.
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Greater Bridgeport Planning Region vs. Connecticut vs. U.S.
| Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | Connecticut | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,546 | $1,488 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $428,800 | $366,900 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $89,667 | $95,781 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 65.3% | 66.5% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 41.7% | 42.5% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 12.4% | 10.0% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.3% | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 15.1% | 16.0% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 39.8 | 41.1 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT?
The median gross rent in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT is $1,546 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $61,840 a year in gross income.
Is Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT expensive to live in?
Rent there is 9% higher than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 4.8 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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