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Bristol, NH

New Hampshire · Belknap County

Bristol is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 2,157. Residents earn $60,972 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,157 Population 538/sq mi density
$60,972 Median Income $30,245 per capita
$192,900 Home Value $386,001 Zillow
$1,270 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
196 Violent Crime/100K 1,603 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,972 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$192,900 home value, $1,270/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
196 violent crimes/100K (48% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,972
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 196/100K
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,270
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

How Bristol Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,157
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density538/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,972
Per Capita$30,245
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$4,296M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,900
Rent$1,270
Ownership58.8%
Zillow$386,001
Housing Units940
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

F
Violent196/100K
Property1,603/100K
Murder32.7/100K
Assault33/100K
Burglary229/100K

Health

Obesity28.8%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking14.5%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation805 ft (245 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score6.19

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Bristol a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bristol receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Bristol offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bristol is $60,972, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bristol is $192,900, 32% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bristol is below the national average at 196 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,603 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bristol has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Bristol has a population of 2,157 with a density of 538 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 4.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.4% of residents, while 5.6% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 18.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,157
Total Population
538
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bristol vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bristol vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bristol is $60,972, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,245 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,240 business establishments, including 240 restaurants. The cost of living index is 104.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 7.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bristol vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,972
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,245
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$98,738
Gini Index0.443 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,240
County GDP$4,296M

Business (County)

Restaurants240
Healthcare144
Retail301
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,324
224% above US avg
Cost of Living104.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bristol is $192,900, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $386,001, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,270 (9% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,422 for a one-bedroom to $1,851 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 940 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $11,324 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$386,001
Median List Price$285,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$285,000
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,270
9% above US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,322
1 Bedroom$1,422
2 Bedrooms$1,851
3 Bedrooms$2,386
4 Bedrooms$2,650

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.8%
Owner-Occupied58.8%
Renter-Occupied41.2%
Housing Units940
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,324
224% above US avg
Effective Rate5.87%
In Bristol, 28.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 28.7% have high blood pressure. 14.5% are current smokers. 17.2% report binge drinking. 21.7% are physically inactive. 27.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,079. The dentist ratio is 1:1,507. 76.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bristol vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,079
Dentists1:1,507
Mental Health1:185
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death7,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities144
Bristol has a violent crime rate of 196 per 100,000 residents, 48% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 32.7 per 100,000, robbery at 32.7, rape at 98.1. The murder rate is 32.7 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,603 per 100,000, 18% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,276, burglary at 229, vehicle theft at 98 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bristol receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bristol vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent196.3/100K
48% below US avg
Murder32.7/100K
419% above US avg
Rape98.1/100K
Robbery32.7/100K
Assault32.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,602.9/100K
18% below US avg
Burglary229.0/100K
Theft1,275.8/100K
Vehicle Theft98.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents20
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bristol has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 805 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation805 ft (245 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density538/sq mi
Coordinates43.6034°N, 71.7342°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBelknap County County
Nearest AirportEastern Slopes Regional (FRY)
47 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.2"
6% above US avg
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0399 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)5.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score57.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability17.0 / 100
Community Resilience81.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.8 on Jan 27, 2025.

Oct 16, 2012 5 km W of Hollis Center, Maine M4.7 87 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 77 km
Aug 21, 1996 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire M3.8 72 km
Jan 27, 2025 9 km SE of York Harbor, Maine M3.8 112 km
Oct 2, 1994 6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts M3.7 147 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 149 km
Jan 3, 2000 4 km W of Leeds, Maine M3.5 148 km
Oct 6, 1992 1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire M3.4 34 km
Oct 2, 1994 1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts M3.3 144 km
Sep 26, 2010 2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire M3.2 33 km
Jan 10, 1999 2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts M3.1 105 km
Jan 27, 2000 3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire M3.0 81 km
Nov 20, 1994 4 km WNW of Norway, Maine M3.0 115 km
Jan 10, 1999 1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts M3.0 104 km
Jun 7, 2010 29 km SE of York Beach, Maine M2.9 132 km
Feb 4, 2022 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire M2.9 98 km
Apr 25, 2023 4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire M2.9 28 km
May 14, 2007 5 km ESE of Benson, Vermont M2.8 122 km
Mar 9, 2008 25 km SE of York Beach, Maine M2.8 128 km
Sep 28, 2002 2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire M2.8 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
1991 Bob Category 2 150 km
1985 Gloria Category 1 208 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

121 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 30 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 25, 1969 EF3 30 km 0
May 20, 1963 EF3 84 km 0
Jun 9, 1953 EF3 94 km 0
Jul 24, 2008 EF2 61 km 1
Jun 5, 2002 EF2 93 km 0
Jul 6, 1999 EF2 47 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 66 km 0
Jul 3, 1997 EF2 73 km 0
Jun 22, 1981 EF2 49 km 0
May 3, 1976 EF2 89 km 0
May 11, 1973 EF2 18 km 0
Jul 3, 1972 EF2 32 km 0
Jun 6, 1969 EF2 87 km 0
Jul 17, 1968 EF2 86 km 0
Oct 10, 1966 EF2 79 km 0
Aug 11, 1966 EF2 53 km 0
Aug 11, 1966 EF2 68 km 0
Aug 13, 1963 EF2 94 km 0
Jul 18, 1963 EF2 43 km 0
Jun 9, 1963 EF2 70 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 3.0 in
April 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 24°F (-4°C) 3.6 in

Bristol has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 18°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.8").

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Bristol is located in Belknap County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 16.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.1% of the vote, a 13.1-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 144 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents20
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score6.19
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density538/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi
CountyBelknap County County

Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Avg Download Speed110.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed12.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities144
Restaurants240
Retail Stores301

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%
Average costs for common services in Bristol. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $261 ($156–$417)
Specialist Visit $365 ($208–$573)
Urgent Care Visit $208 ($104–$365)
Emergency Room Visit $2,292 ($834–$5,210)
Dental Cleaning $135 ($78–$208)
Dental Filling $261 ($156–$417)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$125)
Brake Pad Replacement $313 ($156–$521)
Tire Rotation $42 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $625 ($417–$1,042)
Battery Replacement $208 ($104–$365)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $104 ($63–$156)
Electrician (Per Hour) $94 ($52–$146)
HVAC Repair $417 ($156–$834)
HVAC System Install $7,294 ($4,168–$12,504)
Roof Repair $1,042 ($417–$2,084)
Roof Replacement $9,378 ($5,731–$15,630)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,563 ($521–$3,647)
Divorce (Contested) $15,630 ($5,210–$31,260)
DUI Defense $5,210 ($2,084–$10,420)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,563 ($834–$3,126)
Will Preparation $521 ($208–$1,042)
Trust Preparation $2,605 ($1,042–$5,210)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$104)
Hair Coloring (Full) $156 ($78–$261)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $42 ($26–$68)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$135)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.27 ($3.13–$5.73)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.65 ($2.61–$5.21)
Loaf of Bread $3.96 ($2.61–$5.73)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.69 ($3.13–$6.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.73 ($4.17–$7.82)
Rice (per lb) $1.04 ($0.63–$1.88)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $146 ($83–$261)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $73 ($31–$156)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $73 ($42–$125)
Internet (Monthly) $73 ($42–$104)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $68 ($31–$104)
Cable TV (Monthly) $89 ($52–$156)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $208 ($78–$521)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,084 ($1,250–$3,647)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $73 ($31–$135)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.34–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $104 ($31–$261)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,250 ($625–$2,605)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,042 ($521–$2,084)
After-School Care (Monthly) $417 ($208–$729)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$104)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,042 ($417–$2,605)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,025 ($5,210–$31,260)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $63 ($31–$104)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $104 ($52–$208)
Dog Grooming $63 ($31–$104)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $42 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $313 ($156–$521)
Cat Spay/Neuter $208 ($104–$417)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,245
Toddler$1,181
Preschool$1,035
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$858
Toddler$800
Preschool$800
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Belknap County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 5,010 322 $42,007 1.94
Accommodation & Food Services 3,553 260 $31,077 1.51
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,224 161 $66,814 0.87
Manufacturing 2,077 81 $71,828 0.98
Construction 1,564 298 $87,118 1.15
Administrative & Waste Services 1,028 159 $51,967 0.68
Arts & Entertainment 946 60 $30,996 2.18
Other Services 880 214 $47,429 1.13
Professional & Technical Services 655 175 $87,961 0.36
Wholesale Trade 508 82 $85,423 0.50
Management of Companies 495 23 $96,836 1.14
Finance & Insurance 443 80 $92,598 0.42
Transportation & Warehousing 385 36 $46,628 0.35
Educational Services 305 22 $54,466 0.57
Real Estate 230 72 $62,694 0.57
Information & Technology 211 26 $169,192 0.44
Utilities 187 7 $102,887 1.90
Mining & Oil/Gas 81 6 $82,970 0.83
Agriculture & Forestry 64 12 $37,565 0.31
Unclassified 24 10 $30,688 0.67

Schools in Bristol

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Newfound Regional High School High 377 32 11.8:1
Newfound Memorial Middle School Middle 287 25 11.5:1
Bristol Elementary School Elementary 188 16 11.8:1
Bridgewater-Hebron Village School Elementary 135 10 13.5:1
Danbury Elementary School Elementary 76 6 12.7:1
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Radio Stations near Bristol

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
New Hampshire Public Radio HD2 Classical AAC 192 kbps
The Pulse of NH news, news talk AAC+ 32 kbps
WNTK News Talk 99.7 news, talk MP3 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Bristol

10 campgrounds found near Bristol.

NameRatingSitesPrice
ELM BROOK PARK REC AREA 4.8/5 4 $60–$110
Hancock Campground (NH) 4.8/5 54 $30
RADEKE CABIN 4.7/5 1 $65
WATERVILLE CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 25 $24
Big Rock 4.4/5 27 $30
Wildwood 4.4/5 25 $24
RUSSELL POND CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 65 $30
CAMPTON CAMPGROUND 4.1/5 55 $30
OSCEOLA VISTA CAMPGROUND 4.0/5 12 $50
RUSSELL-COLBATH BARN Free

National Parks Near Bristol

84 national parks and monuments found near Bristol.

ParkTypeFee
Ainsworth State Park State Park Free
Allis State Park State Park Free
Amity Pond Natural Area State Park State Park Free
Ascutney State Park State Park Free
Baldpate Pond State Park State Park Free
Bradley Palmer State Park State Park Free
Camp Plymouth State Park State Park Free
Carroll Recreational Trail State Park Free
Cathedral Ledge State Park State Park Free
Crawford Notch State Park State Park Free
Crosby Mountain State Park State Park Free
Darling State Park State Park Free
Dutton Pines State Park State Park Free
Eames State Park State Park Free
Echo Lake State Park State Park Free
Eisenhower Memorial Area State Park Free
Ellacoya State Park State Park Free
Elmore State Park State Park Free
Forest Lake State Park State Park Free
Forest Lake State Park State Park Free
Fort Dummer State Park State Park Free
Franconia Notch State Park State Park Free
Franconia Notch State Park State Park Free
Governors State Park State Park Free
Grafton Notch State Park State Park Free
Greenfield State Park State Park Free
Hampton Beach State Park State Park Free
Jenness Beach State Park State Park Free
Jericho Mountain State Park State Park Free
Kingston State Park State Park Free
Lake Tarleton State Park State Park Free
Lawrence Heritage State Park State Park Free
Lawrence Riverfront State Park State Park Free
Lowell Heritage State Park State Park Free
Lowell National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Manchester-Portsmouth RR Bed State Park Free
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Maudslay State Park State Park Free
Middle Pond Hancock Pond State Park Free
Milan Hill State Park State Park Free
Miller State Park State Park Free
Molly’s Falls Pond State Park State Park Free
Monadnock State Park State Park Free
Monadnock State Park State Park Free
Mount Washington State Park State Park Free
Muckross State Park Free
North Hampton State Park State Park Free
Northwood Meadows State Park State Park Free
Norwich Water Access State Park State Park Free
Pawtuckaway State Park State Park Free
Pillsbury State Park State Park Free
Pillsbury-Sunapee Corridor State Park Free
Piscataqua River Boat Access State Park Free
Pisgah State Park State Park Free
Pisgah State Park State Park Free
Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands State Park Free
Profile Recreational Trail State Park Free
Profile Recreational Trail State Park Free
Quechee State Park State Park Free
Rhododendron State Park State Park Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail State Park Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail State Park Free
Rollins State Park State Park Free
Rood State Park State Park Free
Sabatis Island State Park Free
Sabattus Mountain State Park Free
Saco River Boating Access State Park Free
Saco River Route 160 Bridge State Park Free
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park National Historical Park $10
Salisbury Beach State Reservation State Park Free
Silver Lake State Park State Park Free
Sugar River Recreational Trail State Park Free
Sunapee State Park State Park Free
Swan's Falls State Park Free
Sweet Pond State Park State Park Free
Trout Pond State Park Free
Vaughan Woods State Park State Park Free
Wadleigh State Park State Park Free
Warren Recreational Trail State Park Free
Weeks State Park State Park Free
Wellington State Park State Park Free
Wentworth State Park State Park Free
White Lake State Park State Park Free
Wilgus State Park State Park Free

Museums in Bristol

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MARIAN GRAVES MUGAR GALLERYART MUSEUM$70,951,105
CANTERBURY SHAKER VILLAGEGENERAL MUSEUM6037839511$946,654
MUSTER FIELD FARM MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6039274276$329,201
STORY PRESERVATION INITIATIVEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6037355931$43,325
MEREDITH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION45 MAIN STREET6032791190$20,639
ANDOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6037355628$16,681
ALEXANDRIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ASHLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2 MYRTLE STREET6039687716
BRIDGEWATER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION529 NH ROUTE 1756035365140
CENTER HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6032791236
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM-MEREDITHCHILDREN'S MUSEUM6032796307
DANBURY NEW HAMPSHIRE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FRANKLIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6039348222
GROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOLDERNESS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONRTE 36039689898
NEW HAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6037449952
PLYMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONCOURT STREET6035362337
SALISBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6036482551
SANBORNTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6032867227
SQUAM LAKES NATURAL SCIENCE CENTERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION23 SCIENCE CENTER RD6039687194
TOWNSHIP OF GRAFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WILMOT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9 KEARSARGE VALLEY ROAD

Libraries in Bristol

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
HALL MEMORIAL LIBRARY18 PARK STREET0.058,000
MEREDITH PUBLIC LIBRARY91 MAIN STREET0.054,911
FRANKLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY310 CENTRAL STREET0.050,154
PEASE PUBLIC LIBRARY1 RUSSELL STREET0.048,244
MINOT-SLEEPER LIBRARY35 PLEASANT STREET0.030,078
GORDON-NASH LIBRARY69 MAIN STREET0.019,953
SANBORNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY27 MEETINGHOUSE HILL ROAD0.010,082
ASHLAND TOWN LIBRARY41 MAIN STREET0.09,637
HOLDERNESS LIBRARY866 US ROUTE 30.09,219
CAMPTON PUBLIC LIBRARY1110 NH ROUTE 1750.08,210
WILMOT PUBLIC LIBRARY11 NORTH WILMOT ROAD0.06,377
BRIDGEWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY1032 RIVER ROAD0.05,768
HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY30 CRESCENT STREET0.05,468
BYRON G. MERRILL LIBRARY10 BUFFALO ROAD0.05,464
ANDOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY11 SCHOOL STREET0.05,140
GRAFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY47 LIBRARY ROAD0.03,424
SALISBURY FREE LIBRARY641 OLD TURNPIKE ROAD0.03,198
GROTON PUBLIC LIBRARY754 NORTH GROTON ROAD0.03,152
WILLIAM ADAMS BACHELDER LIBRARY12 CHASE HILL ROAD0.02,350
GEORGE GAMBLE LIBRARY29 ROUTE 1040.0875
HEBRON PUBLIC LIBRARY8 CHURCH LANE0.0746
HAYNES LIBRARY33 WASHBURN ROAD0.0125

Farmers Markets in Bristol

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Campton Farmers' MarketRoute 4906/07/2013 to 09/13/2013Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Danbury Winter Market15 North Road11/01/2014 to 05/02/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Exit 20 Farmers' Market at Tanger OutletTanger Outlets 120 Laconia RdJune to SeptemberWed:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Yes
Franklin Farmer's Market15 Aiken Avenue07/05/2016 to 09/13/2016Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Gilmanton Farmers MarketAcademy at Gilmanton 4 Corners
Goshen Farmer's MarketVisit
Hampton Farrmers Market
Hooksett Farmers' Market1292 Hooksett RoadVisit
Local Works Bethlehem Farmers' MarketMain StreetVisit
Mad Planter Open Air Market1864 Chocorua Mt Highway (Route 16)
Market on the GreenMain Street on the Town Common06/18/2014 to 09/03/2014Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Pittsfield Sunrise Farmers MarketRiver Road and Route 28
Plaistow Recreation Farmers' Market145 Main StreetVisit
Plymouth Outdoor Farmers' Market8 Depot Street05/28/2015 to 10/15/2015Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Sanbornton Farmer's MarketRoute 132June to OctoberFri:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;YesVisit
Stone Gardens Farmers' Market1012 Straits Rd.June to SeptemberMon:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Yes
Tilton Farmers' Market120 Laconia Rd.06/27/2014 to 09/26/2014Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Tilton Winter Farmers' Market67 East Main St.12/13/2014 to 03/28/2015Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Whitefield Farmers' Marketon the Commons
Wilmot Farmers MarketTown GreenVisit

Breweries in Bristol

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Canterbury Ale WorksBrewers305 Baptist Hill Rd6034914539Visit
Squam BrewingBreweries, Food & Drink118 Perch Pond Rd6032369705

Ski Resorts Near Bristol

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bretton Woods 56.0 10 945 $76 November - April Yes Yes

Pharmacies in Bristol

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
RITE AID - 4166 360 SUMMER STREET 603-744-2652

Daycare Centers in Bristol

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
PIGGYBACK RIDES AND SLIPPERY SLIDES
12 BRISTOL HILL ROAD
CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM (603) 744-9448 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Bristol

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Appalachian Mountain Club - Cardigan Lodge774 Shem Valley RdNon-Networked1J1772public

Fire Stations in Bristol

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bridgewater Fire-Rescue EMS297 Mayhew TPKEVolunteer603-744-6047
Bristol Fire Department85 Lake STMostly volunteer603-744-2632

Power Plants Near Bristol

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
AYERS ISLANDCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-71.7OP
NEWFOUND HYDROELECTRICCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-71.7OP
INDECK ENERGY-ALEXANDRIAWOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS221117-71.8OP

Bridges in Bristol

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete1924606,806P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1999646,806G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1996705,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1944693,898F
CulvertConcrete1930203,469F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19401063,469F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1949723,364P
FrameConcrete1940262,612F
Arch (Deck)Concrete1940642,570F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete2023752,454G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel1929702,046P
FrameConcrete1931491,710F
SlabPrestressed concrete1982481,497F
SlabConcrete continuous1927301,113G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195244702G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2009248690G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200330580G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198951510G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193646501F
SlabConcrete195030314P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2005100271G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel1941106271G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193041234P
Girder/FloorbeamSteel1937108154F
CulvertConcrete199924142G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194975139F
SlabConcrete194981125G
SlabPrestressed concrete196025110G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20109090G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20007590G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19203190G
SlabConcrete19502390F
Tee BeamConcrete19402890G
SlabWood or Timber19353690G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19502790F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19503090F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19546490G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19304390P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19654290F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19304290F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19654390F
CulvertConcrete20043274G
SlabWood or Timber19303174F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19264650G

Superfund Sites Near Bristol

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
L W PACKARD6 MILL STREETGRAFTON

Airports Near Bristol

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Concord Municipal AirportCONMedium Airport
Dillant Hopkins AirportEENMedium Airport
Lebanon Municipal AirportLEBMedium Airport
Manchester-Boston Regional AirportMHTMedium Airport
Blue Puffin Farm HeliportSmall Airport
Bradley FieldSmall Airport
Carriers Skypark AirportSmall Airport
Chickville AirportSmall Airport
Claremont Municipal AirportCNHSmall Airport
Cooper Farm AirportSmall Airport
Country Club Air ParkSmall Airport
Dean Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Nest AirportSmall Airport
Franconia AirportSmall Airport
Frank D. Comerford AirportSmall Airport
Gile Pond AirportSmall Airport
Hawthorne Feather AirparkSmall Airport
Heaton AirportSmall Airport
Huff Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Intervale AirportSmall Airport
Laconia Municipal AirportLCISmall Airport
Leavitt AirportSmall Airport
Locke Lake AirportSmall Airport
Meadowbrook AirportSmall Airport
Moore AirfieldSmall Airport
Moultonborough AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View FieldSmall Airport
Murphy-Sherwood Park AirportSmall Airport
Newfound Valley AirportSmall Airport
Northwood AirportSmall Airport
Parlin FieldNWHSmall Airport
Pilgrim's Home AirfieldSmall Airport
Plymouth Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Post Mills AirportSmall Airport
Santa's AirportSmall Airport
Surette HeliportSmall Airport
Therriaults Landing AirportSmall Airport
Tucker Farm AirportSmall Airport
Twin Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Ward FieldSmall Airport
Wentworth Aerodrome AirportSmall Airport
Windsock Village AirportSmall Airport
Windswept AirportSmall Airport
Winterwood AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Bristol

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Ashland Police20 Highland Street
Grafton Police Department
Hebron Police Department37 Groton Road
New London Police Station25 Seamans Road
Rumney Police Station
Tilton Police Department

Grocery Stores in Bristol

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CUMBERLAND FARMS 5505Convenience Store25 Pleasant St
Dollar General 14877Other215 Lake St
Hannaford Supermarket 8441Super Store505 Pleasant St
Huntoon FarmFarmers and Markets46 Huntoon Rd
Merrimack Cty Conserv Dist 3 -Danbury Farmers MarkFarmers and Markets15 North Rd
Newfound Country StoreConvenience Store408 Mayhew Tpke

Treatment Centers in Bristol

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lakes Region Mental Health CenterBoth603-536-1100
Mid State Health Center - RISE Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse603-536-4000 x8000
MidState Health Center - RISE Recovery ServicesBoth603-744-6200 x8000
New Freedom AcademySubstance Abuse603-505-4364
Plymouth HouseSubstance Abuse603-707-4496

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bristol

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BRISTOL BAPTIST CHURCH30 SUMMER ST
BRISTOL FEDERATED CHURCHPO BOX 424
BY DESIGN MINISTRIES INC901 N MAIN ST
DRAGONFLY MINISTRY INCPO BOX 539
HILL CENTER CHURCH271 MURRAY HILL ROAD 302
NEWFOUND WAY CHURCH111 BRISTOL HILL RD
PAX INC671 JOHN SMITH HILL RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bristol

What is the population of Bristol?

Bristol has a population of 2,157 residents and is located in New Hampshire. The population density is 538 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Bristol expensive to live in?

Bristol has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 104.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $60,972, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $192,900 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bristol safe?

Bristol is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 196 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,603 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bristol receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bristol?

Bristol has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Bristol?

The job market in Bristol is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 2,240 business establishments in the area, including 240 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 7.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bristol?

The median home value in Bristol is $192,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $386,001. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,270. Fair market rent is $1,422 for a 1-bedroom and $1,851 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.8%. The average annual property tax is $11,324.

How are the schools in Bristol?

Schools in Bristol score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.6% of adults in Bristol hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bristol?

The obesity rate in Bristol is 28.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.5% of adults are smokers. 21.7% are physically inactive. 27.1% of residents report depression. 8.3% lack health insurance. 76.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,079.

What is transportation like in Bristol?

The average commute in Bristol is 27 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bristol?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bristol is 85.2% White, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino. 94.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.6% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 18.9% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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