Bridger, Montana is a small community of 1,863 permanent residents located in the southeastern part of the state. The population density in Bridger is 5 people per square mile, which is significantly lower than the US population density of 93 people per square mile.
The economy of Bridger is supported by many local businesses such as Ace Hardware and Farmer's Union Oil Co, both located downtown. On Main Street visitors can also find a variety of restaurants including Bridger Brewing Company and Soda Star Cafe & Deli. For year-round outdoor activities, Bridger has a variety of trails for mountain biking and hiking as well as fishing spots on nearby streams and lakes. There is also skiing available at nearby Powder River Ski Area. Other organizations found in Bridger include the Bridger Public Library and the Bridger Lions Club which host various events throughout the year including musicals, movie nights, and bingo games. The local school district also hosts sporting events for football, basketball, track & field and other sports teams throughout the year.
The population in Bridger (zip 59014) is 1,863. There are 5 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Bridger (zip 59014) is 44.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Bridger (zip 59014) is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Bridger (zip 59014)
- 54.3% are married
- 12.1% are divorced
- 27.1% are married with children
- 8.8% have children, but are single
Race in Bridger (zip 59014)
- 95.4% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 1.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander