Bridgeport, WA vs Union Gap, WA

Bridgeport is moderately more affordable than Union Gap, with a 10.8% lower cost of living index. Bridgeport scores 74 compared to 83 for Union Gap, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Union Gap can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bridgeport is $832/month compared to $1,111/month in Union Gap — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bridgeport is more affordable at $162,500 median vs $186,200.

Median household income in Bridgeport is $52,917 compared to $58,958 in Union Gap (-10.2%). The higher salaries in Union Gap partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Bridgeport spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22.6% in Union Gap.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.9°F vs 50.8°F). Bridgeport receives more rainfall at 11.6" per year compared to 8" in Union Gap.