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Bridgeport, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bridgeport, Pennsylvania had a total population of 5,174, the 260th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $82,705, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Bridgeport Quick Facts

Population 5,174
Median Household Income $82,705
Median Home Value $341,100
Poverty Rate 18.2%
Unemployment Rate 3.1%
Median Age 31.1 years
Homeownership Rate 43.3%
Affordability Ratio 4.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 43.2%
High School Graduation Rate 95.3%
Diversity Index 61/100
Population 5,174 260th of 1,991
Median Income $82,705 top 30%
Poverty Rate 18.2% 46% higher than national
Median Home Value $341,100 top 20%

How Bridgeport Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population5,0855,174+1.8%
Median household income$79,247$82,705+4.4%
Median home value$303,800$341,100+12.3%

How Bridgeport Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.2%
$25K-$50K 13.0%
$50K-$100K 35.0%
$100K+ 38.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.3%
$10K-$15K
1.9%
$15K-$20K
2.0%
$20K-$25K
5.9%
$25K-$30K
4.0%
$30K-$35K
5.5%
$35K-$40K
1.3%
$40K-$45K
0.4%
$45K-$50K
1.8%
$50K-$60K
6.6%
$60K-$75K
9.2%
$75K-$100K
19.2%
$100K-$125K
15.6%
$125K-$150K
6.3%
$150K-$200K
15.0%
$200K+
1.9%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
82.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 43.3%
Renter 56.7%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,242/mo 18.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

61out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Bridgeport Rankings in Pennsylvania

#260 Population of 1,991
#545 Median Income of 1,854
#271 Education of 1,987
#203 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Montgomery County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Norristown 35,893 $66,701 18.5% $213,900
King of Prussia 25,857 $117,912 4.5% $436,200
Pottstown 23,476 $60,828 17.5% $195,400
Lansdale 19,011 $88,229 11.3% $343,800
Horsham 16,005 $94,987 4.9% $388,500
Willow Grove 14,131 $98,064 5.7% $357,300
Ardmore 13,909 $119,111 4.8% $453,100
Montgomeryville 13,388 $131,345 4.1% $471,000
Roslyn 10,639 $99,318 10.2% $328,800
Bala Cynwyd 10,227 $150,000 11.4% $640,400

Cities Similar to Bridgeport

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
West York5,092$80,995$123,60017.1%12.0%
Birdsboro5,116$86,290$224,00027.4%18.1%
Manheim5,027$81,273$246,40027.8%16.2%
Spry4,909$82,723$225,10032.6%9.4%
Collegeville5,247$91,466$443,00055.2%7.1%

Population Overview

Bridgeport is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Montgomery County. The total population is 5,174. It ranks as the 260th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bridgeport is 31.1 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bridgeport is $82,705. This is 6% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 55% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $341,100. Housing costs are 34% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 43.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bridgeport is White (non-Hispanic), making up 58.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.0%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (7.0% vs 3.8%).

Education

43.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.3%. Notably, 15.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bridgeport, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bridgeport, Pennsylvania?

Bridgeport, Pennsylvania has a population of 5,174 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bridgeport, PA?

The median household income in Bridgeport is $82,705, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Bridgeport, PA?

The poverty rate in Bridgeport is 18.2%. This means approximately 939 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bridgeport, Pennsylvania?

Bridgeport's population is 58.7% White, 2.4% Black, 13.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bridgeport, PA?

The median home value in Bridgeport is $341,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Bridgeport, Pennsylvania?

43.2% of adults (25+) in Bridgeport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.