Cost of Living in Bristol, CT
Population: 61,129 • 2026 Data
$83,458
Median Household Income
+8% vs national
$1,305
Median Monthly Rent
-3% vs national
$252,300
Median Home Value
-26% vs national
7.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Bristol
The median home value in Bristol, CT is $252,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,305, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,492.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Bristol, CT is $83,458. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0%, with a labor force of 35,721 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.