Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Bristol is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 27,490. Residents earn $55,007 per year, which is 27% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bristol receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bristol offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bristol is $55,007, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Bristol is $182,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $764 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,635 per 100,000, 85% above the national average.
29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Bristol experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,007 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,650 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $902 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,868 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 614 |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 127 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,490 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.46% |
| Commute Time | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |
| Census Median | $182,500 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $229,074 |
| Median List Price | $265,500 |
| Median List Price | $265,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $160 |
| Homes Sold | 33 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.0% |
| Price Drops | 24.7% |
| Inventory | 142 |
| Census Median Rent | $764 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,391 |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,490 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.46% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.6% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 32.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,793/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
| Total Violent | 458.6/100K |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 18.8/100K |
| Robbery | 26.3/100K |
| Assault | 413.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,634.9/100K |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 560.1/100K |
| Theft | 2,860.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 214.3/100K |
| Arson | 3.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 12.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,588 ft (484 m) |
| Area | 32.7 sq mi (84.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 840/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5585°N, 82.2170°W |
| County FIPS | 51520 |
Winner: Republican by 39.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.8% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 840/sq mi |
| Total Area | 32.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 13 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Retail Stores | 127 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |