Bristol, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Belknap County County
Bristol, NH
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 $60,972 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,245. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,240 business establishments, including 240 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bristol is $192,900 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $410,078. Median rent is $1,270/month, with 31.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 104.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Bristol reports 122 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,188/100K.
Education
16.6% of adults in Bristol hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 89.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bristol has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.