Bristol town, Connecticut
Bristol town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bristol town is a geographic entity located in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 62,341. The land area covers 26.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 62,341 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 24,453 | ±787 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 26,369 | ±848 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 24,453 | ±787 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,916 | ±409 |
| Median Home Value | $277,800 | ±$8,329 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,338 | ±$45 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,076 | ±$5,956 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,503 | ±$1,463 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,520 | ±1,223 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.3% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 32,365 | ±1,136 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.4% | ±1.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Bristol | 06-12 | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | 09-12 | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | 09-12 | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | 06-08 | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | PK | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | KG-05 | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | KG-08 | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | KG-05 | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | KG-05 | Bristol, CT | |
| Regular School Bristol | 06-08 | Bristol, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BRISTOL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 41 BREWSTER RD, BRISTOL, CT, 06010 |
(860) 585-3000
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Charter Oak State College
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College | 8.3 mi away | 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT, 06051 |
8605153800
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BRISTOL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 5 HIGH ST., BRISTOL, CT, 06010 |
(860) 584-7787
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Belle Academy of Cosmetology LLC
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College Vocational | 8.3 mi away | 27A South Commons Road, Waterbury, CT, 06704-1035 |
2035280200
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F. N. MANROSS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 260 CENTRAL ST., BRISTOL, CT, 06010 |
(860) 584-7790
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Central Connecticut State University
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College | 9.1 mi away | 1615 Stanley St, New Britain, CT, 06050 |
8608322278
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TERRYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 238 MAIN ST., PLYMOUTH, CT, 06786 |
(860) 582-3121
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Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain
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College Vocational | 9.7 mi away | 200 John Downey Dr, New Britain, CT, 06051 |
860225864145700
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PLAINVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 56 EAST MAIN ST., PLAINVILLE, CT, 06062 |
(860) 793-1446
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Dolce The Academy
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College Vocational | 10.1 mi away | 91 Schraffts Drive Suite 7, Waterbury, CT, 06705 |
2035283550
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BURLINGTON, CT US, located 7.8 miles from Bristol town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.3° | 17.0° | 26.6° | 3.65" | 11.1" |
| February | 39.1° | 18.3° | 28.7° | 3.36" | 11.8" |
| March | 46.6° | 25.9° | 36.3° | 4.22" | 5.5" |
| April | 59.5° | 36.1° | 47.8° | 4.28" | 0.5" |
| May | 70.4° | 46.8° | 58.6° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.5° | 56.6° | 67.6° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.7° | 62.1° | 72.9° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.0° | 60.2° | 71.1° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.3° | 52.5° | 63.9° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.3° | 40.8° | 52.0° | 5.66" | 0.6" |
| November | 52.1° | 32.2° | 42.2° | 3.87" | 0.8" |
| December | 41.4° | 24.0° | 32.7° | 4.81" | 8.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Terryville CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Plantsville CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Thomaston CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| New Britain city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Collinsville CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0914008490. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.