Bridgeport, IL Utility & Living Guide

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Bridgeport, Illinois Utility & Living Guide

Bridgeport is a city in Lawrence County, Illinois, United States. As of the 2020 census, Bridgeport had a population of 1,800..

Last updated: September 1, 2026
Total Utilities$315/mo
1BR Rent$757/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index97 (-3)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$53,400
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Living in Bridgeport, summers are warm, peaking at 81.1°F in Jul, while winters are cold — Feb lows average 18.9°F. Winter heating is a real budget factor — 5808 degree days means 4-5 months of meaningful energy bills. The area receives 47.2 inches of rainfall per year. Within 5 miles: 383 parks, 46 groceries, 1375 dining spots and 87 schools. 2 hospitals serve the area. Median household income: $47,778. With a 19.4% poverty rate and 64.5% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Air quality is Moderate — avg AQI 62 over the past week.
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Local utility provider
🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Local gas utility
💧 Water

$35/mo

Municipal water department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Municipal waste management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$315/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$757/mo
2 Bedrooms$842/mo
3 Bedrooms$1052/mo
Median Home Price$53,400
Property Tax Rate2.07%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000
Contact a local realtor for current market conditions in Bridgeport.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

97

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-3

Groceries

97

Transportation

100

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.25%
Property Tax Rate2.07%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

6

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

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Population: 5,000

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📊 Bridgeport — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$47,778
🏠 Homeownership Rate
64.5%
🔑 Renter Rate
35.5%
📉 Poverty Rate
19.4%
💼 Unemployment Rate
9.1%
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