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Bridger, MT


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Bridger, Montana

Bridger, Montana, in Carbon county, is 39 miles SW of Billings, Montana (center to center) and 433 miles NW of Denver, Colorado. The town contains a population of approximately 745.

The People and Families of Bridger

In Bridger, about 57% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Bridger, which is home to many people who live alone.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Bridger had a median family income of $32,981.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Bridger favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $1,200. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the town.

Bridger Housing

Bridger has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 66% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in the town the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Bridger, 79% of commuters drive to work.

Of Note

High Points

Bridger strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Montana):

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. State)
Top 11%Bridger Low Property Crime
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 18%Bridger Affordability of Property Taxes
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Bridger Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Bridger, MT

Comparing Bridger to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Montana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population88
Age of the Population76
Senior Citizens75
Children Under 5 Years Old68
Well-Paid Single Men55
Female Share of the Population33
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married46
Average Household Size48

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults86
People Above Poverty34
People in Middle Class or Better34
Median Family Income33

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home97
Public Transportation Use99
Short Commute Times62
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone96
Affordability of Rents88
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals85
Affordability of Property Taxes79
Seasonal and Vacation Housing52
Housing Recently Built32

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime89
Low Violent Crime35
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