1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bridgeport, WV
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bridgeport, West Virginia as of July 2026. That's +9% lower than the citywide median of $1,149 and +25% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Bridgeport
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Bridgeport
Compare Bridgeport's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in West Virginia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Princeton | $680 |
| 2 | Weirton | $700 |
| 3 | Fairmont | $737 |
| 4 | South Charleston | $744 |
| 5 | Parkersburg | $770 |
| 6 | Wheeling | $840 |
| 7 | Morgantown | $860 |
| 8 | Charles Town | $880 |
| 9 | Huntington | $895 |
| 10 | Falling Waters | $920 |
| 11 | Martinsburg | $957 |
| 12 | Charleston | $1,005 |
| 13 | Bridgeport (this page) | $1,040 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in West Virginia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bridgeport (this page) | $1,040 |
| 2 | Charleston | $1,005 |
| 3 | Martinsburg | $957 |
| 4 | Falling Waters | $920 |
| 5 | Huntington | $895 |
| 6 | Charles Town | $880 |
| 7 | Morgantown | $860 |
| 8 | Wheeling | $840 |
| 9 | Parkersburg | $770 |
| 10 | South Charleston | $744 |
| 11 | Fairmont | $737 |
| 12 | Weirton | $700 |
| 13 | Princeton | $680 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Bridgeport.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Bridgeport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmont, WV | 14.8 mi | $737 | $-303 (-29%) |
| Morgantown, WV | 29.8 mi | $860 | $-180 (-17%) |
| Uniontown, PA | 53.6 mi | $850 | $-190 (-18%) |
| Washington, PA | 59.9 mi | $980 | $-60 (-6%) |
| Wheeling, WV | 61.6 mi | $840 | $-200 (-19%) |
| Canonsburg, PA | 68.5 mi | $1,230 | +$190 (+18%) |
| South Park, PA | 71.3 mi | $1,280 | +$240 (+23%) |
| Bethel Park, PA | 72.6 mi | $1,200 | +$160 (+15%) |
| Clairton, PA | 72.8 mi | $1,160 | +$120 (+12%) |
| Bridgeville, PA | 73.2 mi | $1,080 | +$40 (+4%) |
| McKeesport, PA | 76.6 mi | $930 | $-110 (-11%) |
| Brentwood, PA | 77.2 mi | $910 | $-130 (-12%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Bridgeport — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Bridgeport?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Bridgeport, West Virginia is $1,040 per month. This is +9% below the citywide median of $1,149.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Bridgeport?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $41,600 ($3,467/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bridgeport expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bridgeport's 1-bedroom median of $1,040 is +25% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 24th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bridgeport rank for 1-bedroom rent in West Virginia?
Among the 13 cities in West Virginia with 1-bedroom data, Bridgeport ranks #13 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Bridgeport?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Fairmont ($737), Morgantown ($860), Uniontown ($850).