What are the schools like in Bridgeview, IL?

Bridgeview is served primarily by Indian Springs SD 109. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.9:1.

What is the median household income in Bridgeview?

The median household income in Bridgeview, IL is $61,426 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.5%.

What is the weather like in Bridgeview, IL?

Bridgeview has an average high temperature of 32.8°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.8 inches.

Bridgeview, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Bridgeview, IL affordable or expensive?

Bridgeview's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bridgeview is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $223,400 and the median rent is $1,058 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bridgeview, IL?

Bridgeview has a violent crime rate of 347.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2418.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Bridgeview, IL a Good Place to Live?

Bridgeview is a small city of 16,939 in Illinois, with a median household income of $61,426 and a 8.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Bridgeview stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Bridgeview is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bridgeview city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.6

Bridgeview's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bridgeview costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Bridgeview, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$223,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,058	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,426	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Bridgeview's violent crime rate is 347.2 per 100,000 residents — 9% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

347.2 /100k

Property Crime

2418.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Bridgeview is served primarily by Indian Springs SD 109. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bridgeview, IL	National Avg
School District	Indian Springs SD 109	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bridgeview sees average highs of 32.8°F in January and 85.2°F in July, with 38.7 inches of annual precipitation and 38.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bridgeview, IL
Average High — January	32.8°F
Average High — July	85.2°F
Annual Precipitation	38.7"
Annual Snowfall	38.8"

Demographics

Metric	Bridgeview, IL	National Avg
Population	16,939	—
Median Age	39.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	72.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	17.7%	18.9%
Asian	2.3%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	16.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Bridgeview

Bridgeview, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60455

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bridgeview, IL affordable or expensive?

Bridgeview's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Bridgeview roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $223,400 and median rent is $1,058/month.

What is the crime rate in Bridgeview, IL?

Bridgeview's violent crime rate is 347.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2418.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Bridgeview?

Public schools in Bridgeview are operated by Indian Springs SD 109. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1. 17.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bridgeview, IL a good place to live?

Bridgeview, IL has a population of 16,939, a median household income of $61,426, and an unemployment rate of 8.5%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Bridgeview?

Bridgeview averages 32.8°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.7 inches with about 38.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bridgeview?

Bridgeview, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60455.

What is the population of Bridgeview?

The population of Bridgeview, Illinois is 16,939 with a median age of 39.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bridgeview?

Key numbers for living in Bridgeview: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $223,400, median household income $61,426, crime index 101 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bridgeview side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.