Bristol

VA

Bristol city, Virginia

Population 17K |Median income $50,404

Population
16,849
Bristol city
Median Income
$50,404
-26% vs avg
Median Home Value
$184,100
-19% vs avg
Median Age
43.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
17K-5%
Median Income
$50,404+56%
Median Home Value
$184,100+66%
Poverty Rate
18%-14%
Unemployment
6.3%-50%

Economics

Median Rent
$801/mo
Poverty Rate
18% +27% vs avg
Unemployment 6.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.8%
Work From Home 11.6%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 85.1%
African American 5.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.8%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
41%
Obesity
39.2%
Short Sleep Duration
35.8%
Physical Inactivity
29.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.3%
Current Smoking
17.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.6%
Diabetes
14.8%
Binge Drinking
13.7%
Current Asthma
11.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.6%
Dental Visit 61.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.7%
Stroke
4.5%

Alerts & News — Bristol Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Earthquakes

Minor M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 74 km NE of Tonopah, Nevada

USGS · 1h ago
Earthquakes

Moderate M 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Norsup, Vanuatu

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central North Carolina and South Central Virginia

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and Southern West Virginia Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Bristol, VA? ▼
Bristol, VA has a population of 16,849 people, located in Bristol city, Virginia.
What is the median household income in Bristol? ▼
The median household income in Bristol, VA is $50,404 per year. The poverty rate is 18%.
What is the median home value in Bristol? ▼
The median home value in Bristol, VA is $184,100. Median rent is $801/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bristol? ▼
The top health indicators in Bristol include High Blood Pressure (41%), Obesity (39.2%), Short Sleep Duration (35.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Bristol? ▼
The median age in Bristol, VA is 43.4 years. 24.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bristol, VA is located in Bristol city, Virginia. With a population of 17K and a median household income of $50,404, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. 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

Bristol, TN 27K Elizabethton, TN 14K Kingsport, TN 53K Johnson City, TN 66K Boone, NC 18K Greeneville, TN 15K Lenoir, NC 18K Morganton, NC 17K
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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 (Bristol city) 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.