Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.5% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 124 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,304 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 3,378 (17.9%) |
| Associates | 2,737 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,895 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,395 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,997 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $175,690 ▼ 37% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $801/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,408 |
| Vacant Units | 2,386 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bristol (city) County is located in Virginia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes. The county has an estimated population of 28,363 residents. With a median age of 44.94, it is a middle-aged county.
Bristol (city) County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,996 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 16.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Bristol (city) County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $175,690 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $800. Homeownership rates are high at 71.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bristol (city) County are primarily White (88.8%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Bristol (city) County, VA is a working-class area in Virginia. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.