Bristol, CT
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Bristol, CT
At a Glance
How Bristol Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bristol's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bristol a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bristol residents earn a median household income of $83,458 , which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,162. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,617 business establishments, including 2,315 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bristol is $252,300 , 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $350,637. Median rent is $1,305/month, with 31.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Bristol reports 58 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 961/100K. The murder rate is 3.2/100K.
Education
30.5% of adults in Bristol hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bristol has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches.