Median Income
$81,656
9% higher than US avg
Home Value
$202,900
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,073
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bristol Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,903
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density358/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,656
Per Capita$32,167
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$20,586M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$202,900
Rent$1,073
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,799
Health
Obesity45.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation769 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+85.5%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute20 min
Libraries11
Is Bristol a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bristol receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bristol stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bristol is $81,656, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bristol is $202,900, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,073 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bristol experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 45.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bristol has a population of 1,903 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.
Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.7% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
The median household income in Bristol is $81,656, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,656 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,167 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,195 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,434 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,293 |
| County GDP | $20,586M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 426 |
| Healthcare | 404 |
| Retail | 716 |
| Manufacturing | 835 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
The median home value in Bristol is $202,900, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,073 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,799.
Home Values
| Census Median | $202,900 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $329,799 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $205 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,073 |
| 8% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
In Bristol, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bristol vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.2% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.3% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,847/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 404 |
Crime Rates: Bristol vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
Safety Score
Bristol has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.9 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 45.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 769 ft (234 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 358/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7186°N, 85.8247°W |
| County FIPS | 18039 |