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Bristol

Greek Revival, Italianate, and Colonial gems are part of a walkable grid filled with civic pride and scenic views.

Welcome to Bristol

Classic New England, polished

If history had a hometown, it would be Bristol. With one of the nation’s longest-running Fourth of July celebrations, this waterfront community blends timeless elegance with neighborhood warmth. Historic homes — think Greek Revival, Italianate, and Colonial gems — are part of a walkable grid filled with civic pride and scenic views.
 
Bristol’s everyday lifestyle:
 
  • Walkable, charming downtown — boutique shopping and cozy cafés line streets that feel like an invitation, not a detour.

  • Bristol Harbor and Colt State Park — duck into green space for picnics, trails, or a sunset that feels like it was painted.

  • Rhode Island’s sailing culture — regattas and yacht clubs are woven into town life; waterfront living here isn’t a cliché.

  • Community calendar that matters — farmers markets, concerts on the common, and the town’s patriotic pageantry.

This is a place you don’t just live in — you become part of the rhythm of the seasons, the water, and the neighborhood.
 
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Overview for Bristol, RI

22,317 people live in Bristol, where the median age is 43.6 and the average individual income is $50,147. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

22,317

Total Population

43.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,147

Average individual Income

Around Bristol, RI

There's plenty to do around Bristol, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

83
Very Walkable
Walking Score
62
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Fox Point Pickling Company, The Wright Scoop, and Tizzy K’s Cereal Ice Cream.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.52 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.64 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.3 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.77 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.34 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.36 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Bristol, RI

Bristol has 8,480 households, with an average household size of 2.23. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Bristol do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 22,317 people call Bristol home. The population density is 2,279.87 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

22,317

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

43.6

Median Age

48.35 / 51.65%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
8,480

Total Households

2.23

Average Household Size

$50,147

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Bristol, RI

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Bristol. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Grades
School rating
Bristol

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