Town in Orange County, part of the Beaumont metro
Living in Bridge City, TX
223rd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 70 of 100
10th of 23 in the Beaumont area
Bridge City gets an overall grade of B and ranks 223rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and jobs and income, and trails on schools and health. It is a strong pick for young professionals and remote workers.
- Good for young professionals
- Good for remote workers
- Well connected
- Coastal flooding risk is very high
- Hurricane risk is very high
- Population
- 9,645+2.5% since 2020
- Median rent
- $1,431about the same as Texas
- Median home value
- $202,80029% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $88,958Median
- Average commute
- 24 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 193Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Bridge City
Bridge City sits about 19 miles from downtown Beaumont, in the Beaumont-Port Arthur metro. 9,645 people lived here in 2025, up 2.5% from 2020. It is spread out.
Local spots people know include Bridge City Park, Bridge City Public Library and The Hookup RV Park.
The median age is 35.2, 48% of households have children, 76% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $88,958 a year (13% higher than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Bridge City
- Low violent crime. 193 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 50% lower than the Texas rate.
- Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.3 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
Cons of living in Bridge City
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of coastal flooding, hurricanes and tornadoes as very high here.
Who Bridge City suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: 25% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 50% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 47% for families.
- Young professionalsA strong fit: household income is 13% higher than the Texas median, with 56 restaurants and 2 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 85% for young professionals.
- RetireesA reasonable fit: 13% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 50% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 59% for retirees.
- Remote workersA strong fit: 97% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,431 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 89% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $1,431 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 40% for people on a budget.
Bridge City report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Bridge City with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Cost of living: grade C
Median rent $1,431, homes cost 2.3x income.
40 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade B+
Median household income $88,958, 2.9% unemployed.
72 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade C-
4 rated campuses, 25% rated A or B.
35 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade C+
193 violent crimes per 100k, 466 property crimes per 100k.
48 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade B
2 grocery stores, 56 restaurants, 6 parks mapped in town.
71 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade C+
Average commute 24 min, 3.0% work from home.
53 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade C
22% have a bachelor’s degree.
41 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade C-
13% of adults uninsured.
35 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade C+
76% of homes owner-occupied.
50 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade A-
97% of homes have broadband.
87 of 100 vs US towns
Where Bridge City stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Home value to income: 2.3x37% lower than Texas (3.6x)
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 76%14 points higher than Texas (63%)
- Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 13%7 points lower than Texas (20%)
Worse than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 22%12 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 54%3 points higher than Texas (52%)
- Vacant homes: 11%2 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
Cost of living in Bridge City
Bridge City renters pay a median of $1,431 a month, about the same as the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $57,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 54% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.
HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $986 for a one-bedroom, $1,218 for a two-bedroom and $1,588 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.
The median home is worth $202,800, 29% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,110 before tax, or $1,381 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.
Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Bridge City pays $3,257 a year, 23% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.
Typical rent by apartment size
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rentAbout the same as Texas | $1,431 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value29% lower than Texas | $202,800 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income37% lower than Texas | 2.3x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent3 points higher than Texas | 54% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year23% lower than Texas | $3,257 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them14 points higher than Texas | 76% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1981 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,110
- Property tax
- $271
- Median rent, for comparison
- $1,431
Based on a $202,800 home in Bridge City, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Is Bridge City safe?
In 2025, Bridge City Police Department reported 19 violent crimes and 46 property crimes. That works out to 193 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 50% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 466 property crimes per 100,000, 78% lower than the state rate.
Violent crime is up about 37% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.
Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.
Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Bridge City Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Bridge City
Bridge City has 4 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 25% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Bridge City ISD.
Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.
Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.
Top-rated schools
- BBridge City High SchoolHigh, Bridge City ISD82 of 100
- CBridge City ElementaryElementary, Bridge City ISD78 of 100
- CBridge City IntermediateElementary, Bridge City ISD78 of 100
- CBridge City MiddleMiddle, Bridge City ISD71 of 100
Daily life in Bridge City
Everyday places mapped inside Bridge City, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Bridge City Park, Bridge City Public Library, The Hookup RV Park.
The average one-way commute is 24 minutes, 9% shorter than the Texas average. 3% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.
Downtown Beaumont is about 19 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Bridge City work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $88,958, income per person is $40,239, unemployment is 2.9% and 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income13% higher than Texas | $88,958 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per personAbout the same as Texas | $40,239 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas | 2.9% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line6 points lower than Texas | 8.3% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher12 points lower than Texas | 22% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher4 points higher than Texas | 90% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance7 points lower than Texas | 13% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet6 points higher than Texas | 97% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute9% lower than Texas | 24 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home11 points lower than Texas | 3.0% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Bridge City
Median age 35.2 years. 48% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Bridge City
Bridge City has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 93°F and January lows about 44°F. There are about 93 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 62 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Port Arthur Se Tx Ap, 12 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is high, coastal flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is low. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.
- River floodingHigh
- Coastal floodingVery high
- HurricanesVery high
- TornadoesVery high
- HailLow
- Heat wavesHigh
- WildfiresVery high
- Winter stormsModerate
- Strong windModerate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.
Places near Bridge City
Nearby, Port Neches gets an A-, West Orange gets a D+ and Pinehurst gets a D-. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- A-Port NechesSmall city, 13,664 people6 mi
- D+West OrangeTown, 3,420 people6 mi
- D-PinehurstTown, 1,999 people7 mi
- BGrovesSmall city, 16,976 people7 mi
- D-OrangeSmall city, 19,177 people9 mi
- A-NederlandSmall city, 18,381 people11 mi
Bridge City in the Beaumont area
How it ranks among 23 places in the metro.
- 1A+Hamshire1,388 people19 mito downtown
- 2A+Beauxart Gardens1,276 people11 mito downtown
- 3ACentral Gardens3,976 people10 mito downtown
- 7A-Port Neches13,664 people15 mito downtown
- 8A-Pinewood Estates1,516 people12 mito downtown
- 9A-Little Cypress1,963 people24 mito downtown
- 10BBridge City9,640 people19 mito downtown
- 11BGroves16,976 people17 mito downtown
- 12C+Sour Lake2,130 people16 mito downtown
- 13C+Kountze2,367 people22 mito downtown
Living in Bridge City: common questions
Is Bridge City, TX a good place to live?
Bridge City gets an overall grade of B and ranks 223rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and jobs and income, and trails on schools and health. It is a strong pick for young professionals and remote workers.
How much does it cost to live in Bridge City?
Renters in Bridge City pay a median of $1,431 a month, about the same as the Texas median. The median home is worth $202,800, 29% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.3x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $1,381, including property tax.
Is Bridge City safe?
In 2025, Bridge City Police Department reported 193 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 50% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 466 per 100,000, 78% lower than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Bridge City?
We found 4 rated public school campuses inside Bridge City. 25% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 35 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Does Bridge City flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Bridge City as high, and coastal flooding as very high. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, coastal flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves and wildfires. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Bridge City?
Summers in Bridge City peak at about 93°F in July, and January nights fall to about 44°F. Expect around 93 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 62 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Bridge City?
The average one-way commute is 24 min, 9% lower than the Texas average. About 3.0% of workers work from home. It is about 19 miles from downtown Beaumont.
Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.