Cost of Living in Bridgeport, CT
Population: 148,012 • 2026 Data
$56,584
Median Household Income
-27% vs national
$1,405
Median Monthly Rent
+4% vs national
$252,400
Median Home Value
-26% vs national
8.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Bridgeport
The median home value in Bridgeport, CT is $252,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,405, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,475.
Rent-to-income ratio: 29.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Bridgeport, CT is $56,584. The unemployment rate stands at 8.9%, with a labor force of 79,896 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.