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Bridgeport

Pop. 5,174·10th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rental market data updated monthly for Bridgeport, PA
Median rent (all units)
$2,477/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-0.5%
vs US Median
+$512
Falling (Monthly)
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Bridgeport · $2,477
More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
36% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,477/mo, rent takes about 36% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$99,000/yr
Local median income
$82,705/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bridgeport's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,420
1 BR
$1,560
2 BR
$1,860
3 BR
$2,240
4 BR+
$2,550
Research median
$1,860/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$29,724/yr
At $2,477/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -0.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bridgeport, PA is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 43.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,174
Median income
$82,705
Median age
31.1
Renters
56.7%
Age distribution
25.2%
35.4%
22.5%
Under 1825.2%
18–3435.4%
35–5422.5%
55–6410.4%
65+6.4%
Gender
57.4%
42.6%
Male57.4%
Female42.6%
Race & ethnicity
67.5%
13%
White67.5%
Black2.4%
Hispanic13%
Asian7%
Other10%
Education (25+)
33%
19.1%
43.2%
No HS diploma4.7%
HS diploma33%
Some college19.1%
Bachelor's+43.2%
Housing tenure
43.3%
56.7%
Owner43.3%
Renter56.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Bridgeport, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$72,977 → $82,705
up 13.3%
Population
4,961 → 5,174
up 4.3%
Renter share
55.8% → 56.7%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
32.6% → 43.2%
+10.6 pts
Median age
34 → 31.1
-2.9 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $72,977 in 2021 to $82,705 more recently. Census counts show Bridgeport, PA adding about 213 residents over the five-year window, up 4.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 32.6% to 43.2% across the same window.

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About renting in Bridgeport, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bridgeport is $2,477/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,860/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,560/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,240/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($82,705/yr), Bridgeport ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bridgeport an affordable city for renters?

Bridgeport is considered moderate for renters. At $2,477/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($82,705/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bridgeport slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Bridgeport?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $99,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,477/mo in Bridgeport. The local median household income is $82,705/yr, meaning the typical Bridgeport household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bridgeport?

Rent in Bridgeport has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Bridgeport rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Bridgeport is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #10 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,477/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bridgeport?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bridgeport ($2,477/mo): Norristown ($1,763/mo), King of Prussia ($2,111/mo), Wayne ($2,180/mo).

What percentage of Bridgeport residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 56.7% of Bridgeport households are renters, while 43.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Bridgeport has a strong rental market.

How does Bridgeport rent compare to the national average?

Bridgeport's median rent of $2,477/mo is $512 (26%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #10 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $2,477/mo, rent takes ~36% of Bridgeport's median household income ($82,705/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bridgeport 36%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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