Bridgeton, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bridgeton, Missouri is 11,372 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 79th-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $73,320, the median home value is $234,100, and the median age is 42.1.
The population has declined 1.8% since 2010 (11,510 → 11,301).
11,372
Population
781
People / sq mi
$73,320
Median Income
$234,100
Median Home Value
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Bridgeton covers 14.6 sq mi of land at 781 people per square mile.
About Bridgeton, MO
Bridgeton stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 781 people per square mile. Bridgeton is a city in Missouri with a population of 11,372.
The typical household here earns about $73,320, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.2%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $234,100, with typical rent around $1,124.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 36.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. Around 11.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Bridgeton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bridgeton city had a population of 11,510 in 2010 and 11,301 in 2024, a -1.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,729 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: -0.13%.
11,301
Population (2024)
11,510
Population (2010)
11,729
Peak (2014)
-0.13%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,510 |
| 2011 | 11,548 |
| 2012 | 11,591 |
| 2013 | 11,640 |
| 2014 | 11,729 |
| 2015 | 11,726 |
| 2016 | 11,640 |
| 2017 | 11,594 |
| 2018 | 11,551 |
| 2019 | 11,520 |
| 2020 | 11,429 |
| 2021 | 11,405 |
| 2022 | 11,352 |
| 2023 | 11,304 |
| 2024 | 11,301 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.9% |
| Black or African American | 23.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$73,320
Median Household Income
$40,442
Per Capita Income
10.2%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$234,100
Median Home Value
$1,124
Median Rent
63.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.4%
High School+
36.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
82.6%
Public Transit
11.3%
Work From Home
21.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.0%
Foreign Born
83.5%
Non-English at Home
8.0%
Veterans
13.8%
With Disability
88.6%
Health Insurance
92.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.3% |
| Manufacturing | 10.9% |
| Information | 8.4% |
| Construction | 7.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.0% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bridgeton, Missouri has a population of 11,372 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 79th-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Bridgeton, Missouri is $73,320, with 10.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bridgeton, Missouri is $234,100, with median monthly rent at $1,124 and a homeownership rate of 63.3%.
The median age in Bridgeton, Missouri is 42.1 years. The population is 46.5% male and 53.5% female.
The population has declined 1.8% since 2010 (11,510 → 11,301).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.