Bridgewater is a town located in Litchfield County, in the state of Connecticut (CT), United States. Nestled in the New England division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 16.2 square miles (42.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 650 ft. With a population of approximately 1,824 residents, Bridgewater offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.51% males and 50.49% females, and it has a population density of 112.59 people per square mile (43.47/km²). Bridgewater lies at a latitude of 41.53 and a longitude of -73.36, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.6%), followed by English (22.3%), German (17.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06752.