Median Income
$46,250
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.4%
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.3%
33% lower than US avg
How Bristow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population58
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans37.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$23,633
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$140M
Commute28 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Elevation1,466 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.4%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute28 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries1
Is Bristow a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bristow receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bristow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bristow is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Education
29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Bristow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Bristow has a population of 58 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic.
Population
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.2% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| 64% below US avg |
The median household income in Bristow is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,250 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,633 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $711 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,049 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 92 |
| County GDP | $140M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Bristow, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bristow vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 20.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,953/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
Crime Rates: Bristow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Bristow has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.4 inches |
| 28% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 36.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,466 ft (447 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8408°N, 98.5833°W |
| County FIPS | 31015 |