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dcwalker2020

Moving from Kansas City to Bristol next month

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 7 months ago and What would you do? Cheers. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

24 replies 20 upvotes moving
Samantha R.

Should I move to Bristol or stay in Sacramento?

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a smaller city city with about 61,129 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I overthinking this? Appreciate any input.

22 replies 17 upvotes moving
Nolan D.

Thinking about relocating to Bristol from Indianapolis

Random thought, Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 61,129 people. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $83,458 in Bristol. Rent is about $1,305/month for a decent place. People h...

10 replies 19 upvotes moving
Lucy Cooper

Raising a family in Bristol -thoughts?

Longtime lurker here, Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,305 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Worth the trade-offs? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugar...

2 replies 11 upvotes living
Samantha R.

Living in Bristol -the reality

Hey, The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $83,458 in Bristol. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Worth the trade-offs? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

3 replies 12 upvotes living
oaklandguy2024

Best and worst neighborhoods in Bristol

Not sure if this has been asked before, but With a population of 61,129, Bristol is a smaller city. Am I wrong here?

15 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Riley Perez

Best restaurants in Bristol?

I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. The median home value here is around $252,300, which seems about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 61,129 people. Poverty rate is 5.0%, which...

2 replies 8 upvotes qa
sunny_kai63

First time home buyer in Bristol

Random thought, Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 61,129 people. Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $252,300 on avera...

9 replies 16 upvotes housing
Elizabeth Jones

How much do you pay for rent in Bristol?

First post here. Median household income is $83,458, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $252,300 on average. With a population of 61,129, Bristol is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. P...

30 replies 3 upvotes housing
Elizabeth Jones

Best kept secrets of Bristol, CT

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 61,129 people. The median home value here is around $252,300, which seems about average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech sc...

27 replies 4 upvotes best-worst
Eleanor G.

Moving to Bristol with kids -good idea?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm originally from Nashville and You can expect to pay around $1,305 for rent here. The median home value here is around $252,300, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. There's a growing tech scene which i...

6 replies 10 upvotes moving
Mia Anderson

The good and bad of living in Bristol

Been meaning to ask this. Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 61,129 people. Household incomes average around $83,458 in Bristol. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. W...

6 replies 24 upvotes living
Ellie

Thinking about relocating to Bristol from Houston

Hey everyone, Median household income is $83,458, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 61,129, Bristol is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $252,300, which seems about average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it'...

3 replies 18 upvotes moving
Jordan Moore

Most overrated things about Bristol

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $83,458 in Bristol. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Anyone in a similar situation?

1 replies 21 upvotes best-worst
Mia M.

Considering Bristol vs Pittsburgh -help me decide

Longtime lurker here, I'm single, late 50s, and The median home value here is around $252,300, which seems about average. With a population of 61,129, Bristol is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,305/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene whic...

7 replies 11 upvotes moving
Elizabeth T.

The good and bad of living in Bristol

Hey, My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $83,458, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 61,129 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new...

9 replies 13 upvotes living
Ellie

Bristol is underrated, change my mind

Hey, I work in consulting and Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? Night life is...

14 replies 11 upvotes living
sunny_kai63

Couple moving to Bristol from out of state

So, Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,305/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $1,305 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Thanks in...

15 replies 19 upvotes moving
Daniel A.

Anyone work in healthcare in Bristol?

Longtime lurker here, Household incomes average around $83,458 in Bristol. You can expect to pay around $1,305 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

3 replies 12 upvotes jobs
Mia Anderson

Remote worker thinking about Bristol

Been living here since 2012. Homes are going for about $252,300 on average. Household incomes average around $83,458 in Bristol. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Let me know your thoughts.

14 replies 25 upvotes moving
Naomi Myers

Things Bristol needs to improve

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Median household income is $83,458, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,305/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place...

6 replies 7 upvotes best-worst
Mia Anderson

Things that make Bristol unique

So, I'm a college student here and With a population of 61,129, Bristol is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

4 replies 22 upvotes best-worst
mountain_liam77

Best companies to work for in Bristol?

With a population of 61,129, Bristol is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? Thanks for reading. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

1 replies 10 upvotes jobs
Aiden A.

Is Bristol getting better or worse?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $83,458 in Bristol. Median household income is $83,458, which feels pretty solid for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a grea...

15 replies 25 upvotes living
Nolan D.

Just moved to Bristol, any tips?

Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

2 replies 16 upvotes moving
Elizabeth Jones

Bristol job market vs Kansas City

I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Bristol sits at 88.4 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real ...

2 replies 18 upvotes jobs
Aiden A.

Is it worth buying in Bristol?

Curious what people think. My partner and I are Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 61,129, Bristol is a smaller city. Median household income is $83,458, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 61,129 people. Public transit needs a lo...

3 replies 14 upvotes housing
Elizabeth Jones

Housing in Bristol compared to Dallas

I'm retired and Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

1 replies 11 upvotes housing
Benjamin Adams

Is Bristol good for remote workers?

Hey, I work in healthcare and Rent is about $1,305/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are wh...

1 replies 13 upvotes jobs
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