Bridgewater town, Connecticut
Bridgewater town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bridgewater town is a geographic entity located in Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,677. The land area covers 16.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,677 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 55.9 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 709 | ±103 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 866 | ±105 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 709 | ±103 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 157 | ±46 |
| Median Home Value | $693,000 | ±$75,168 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,467 | ±$233 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $159,365 | ±$5,366 |
| Per Capita Income | $94,705 | ±$9,500 |
| Poverty Rate | 3% | ±1.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 49 | ±23 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 841 | ±113 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.1% | ±3.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,671 (2024)
ID: 101720
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FIRST SELECTMAN
PO BOX 216, BRIDGEWATER CT 06752-0216
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Bridgewater | KG-05 | Bridgewater, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Bethel, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ansonia, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BREWSTER, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bethel, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bethel, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bethlehem, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Thomaston, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Roxbury, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Western Connecticut State University
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College | 9.3 mi away | 181 White Street, Danbury, CT, 06810-6826 |
2038378200
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BURNHAM LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 62 MAIN STREET SOUTH, BRIDGEWATER, CT, 06752 |
(860) 354-6937
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown
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College Vocational | 9.5 mi away | 99 South Main Street, Newtown, CT, 06470-0000 |
2034261138
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MINOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 23 SOUTH ST., ROXBURY, CT, 06783 |
(860) 350-2181
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Post University
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College | 14.5 mi away | 800 Country Club Rd, Waterbury, CT, 06723 |
8003452562
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BROOKFIELD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 182 WHISCONIER ROAD, BROOKFIELD, CT, 06804 |
(203) 775-6241
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Belle Academy of Cosmetology LLC
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College Vocational | 16.7 mi away | 27A South Commons Road, Waterbury, CT, 06704-1035 |
2035280200
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NEW MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 24 MAIN ST., NEW MILFORD, CT, 06776 |
(860) 355-1191
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University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus
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College | 16.8 mi away | 99 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT, 06702 |
2032369800
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NEW FAIRFIELD FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 2 BRUSH HILL RD., NEW FAIRFIELD, CT, 06812 |
(203) 312-5679
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DANBURY, CT US, located 8.9 miles from Bridgewater town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.5° | 20.5° | 28.0° | 3.74" | 15.7" |
| February | 38.8° | 21.9° | 30.3° | 3.28" | 11.0" |
| March | 47.7° | 29.1° | 38.4° | 4.43" | 10.4" |
| April | 60.5° | 39.4° | 49.9° | 4.17" | 1.7" |
| May | 71.5° | 49.3° | 60.4° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.1° | 58.7° | 69.4° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.9° | 64.1° | 74.5° | 4.98" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.2° | 62.6° | 72.4° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.7° | 54.7° | 64.7° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.5° | 43.2° | 52.8° | 4.97" | 0.0" |
| November | 50.4° | 33.9° | 42.2° | 4.02" | 1.9" |
| December | 40.1° | 26.2° | 33.2° | 4.62" | 8.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater CDP | CDP | 1.0 mi | — |
| Brookfield Center CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Candlewood Lake Club CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Chimney Point CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| New Milford CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Candlewood Shores CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0919008210. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.