Bridgewater

Bridgewater was settled in 1722 and incorporated in 1856. It sits along the shores of Lake Lillinonah and hosts an annual agricultural fair in August. Up until 2014, Bridgewater was the last remaining dry town in the State of Connecticut.

Population: 1,662

Total Households: 723

Median Household Income: $138,272

Home Ownership Rate: 88.1%

Employment Rate: 57.8%

Average Commute Time: 26.5 mins +/- 2.9

Work From Home Rate: 15.2%

Mill Rate: 17.750

Data is from 2020 Census and town tax records and may have since changed.

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Town Green
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The Village Store
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