Bristol

TN

Sullivan County, Tennessee

Population 161K |Median income $58,807 |4 hospitals

Population
160,624
Sullivan County
Median Income
$58,807
-13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$213,300
-6% vs avg
Median Age
45
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
161K+2%
Median Income
$58,807+49%
Median Home Value
$213,300+75%
Poverty Rate
15.4%-16%
Unemployment
5.4%-43%

Economics

Median Rent
$889/mo
Poverty Rate
15.4% +8% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.8%
Work From Home 10.6%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 92.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.2%
African American 2.1%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
42%
Obesity
37.8%
Short Sleep Duration
36.5%
Physical Inactivity
29.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.3%
Current Smoking
19.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.6%
Diabetes
15.2%
Binge Drinking
12.6%
Current Asthma
11.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.6%
Dental Visit 62.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
11.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.5%
Stroke
4.2%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
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2
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0
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1
Average Rating
2.3/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
3
WELLMONT HOLSTON VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
KINGSPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
INDIAN PATH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
KINGSPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
WELLMONT BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
BRISTOL · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Bristol Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple East Tennessee Counties Until 5:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Western North Carolina and East Tennessee Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 13h ago
Flood Warnings

Flood Alert Issued for Tidal River Avon Affecting Bristol, Pill, and Shirehampton

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Knoxville and East Tennessee Through 4:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee and Western North Carolina Through 5:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bristol, TN? ▼
Bristol, TN has a population of 160,624 people, located in Sullivan County, Tennessee.
What is the median household income in Bristol? ▼
The median household income in Bristol, TN is $58,807 per year. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
What is the median home value in Bristol? ▼
The median home value in Bristol, TN is $213,300. Median rent is $889/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bristol? ▼
The top health indicators in Bristol include High Blood Pressure (42%), Obesity (37.8%), Short Sleep Duration (36.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Bristol? ▼
Bristol has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Bristol? ▼
The median age in Bristol, TN is 45 years. 26.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bristol, TN is located in Sullivan County, Tennessee. With a population of 161K and a median household income of $58,807, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bristol area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Sullivan County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.