Bristol, Connecticut

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
61,052
Population
$82,094
Median Income
$235,700
Home Value
37.5
Median Age

Demographics

Bristol has a population of 61,052 with a median age of 37.5. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
70.8%
Hispanic
20.3%
Black
7.6%
Asian
3.5%
Demographic Value
Total Population61,052
Median Age37.5
White70.8%
Black or African American7.6%
Asian3.5%
Hispanic or Latino20.3%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Bristol is $82,094, which is 9.2% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $40,984. The poverty rate is 9.4%.

$82,094
Median Household Income
$40,984
Per Capita Income
9.4%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Bristol is 6.6%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Bristol, 92.7% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 29.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10.9% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
92.7%
Bachelor's+
29.6%
Graduate+
10.9%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher92.7%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher29.6%
Graduate or Professional Degree10.9%

Housing

The median home value in Bristol is $235,700, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,228. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

$235,700
Median Home Value
$1,228/mo
Median Rent
65.0%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$235,700
Median Monthly Rent$1,228
Homeownership Rate65.0%
Vacancy Rate8.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bristol, Connecticut?
The population of Bristol, Connecticut is 61,052 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bristol, Connecticut?
The median household income in Bristol, Connecticut is $82,094. This is 9.2% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Bristol, Connecticut?
The median home value in Bristol, Connecticut is $235,700. The median monthly rent is $1,228.
What percentage of people in Bristol have a college degree?
In Bristol, Connecticut, 29.6% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.7% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Bristol, Connecticut an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Bristol, Connecticut is 2.9x (median home value $235,700 vs. median income $82,094), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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