Bristol, Connecticut Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bristol, Connecticut is 61,129 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 10th-largest city in Connecticut. The median household income is $83,458, the median home value is $252,300, and the median age is 38.2.
The population has grown 2.8% since 2010 (60,502 → 62,195).
61,129
Population
2316
People / sq mi
$83,458
Median Income
$252,300
Median Home Value
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Bristol covers 26.4 sq mi of land at 2316 people per square mile.
About Bristol, CT
With 61,129 residents, Bristol is a city in Connecticut. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Connecticut in the country, at #10 by population.
Median household income is $83,458, above the US median of $78,538. About 5.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $252,300, with typical rent around $1,305.
30.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 9.8% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Bristol city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bristol city had a population of 60,502 in 2010 and 62,195 in 2024, a 2.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 62,195 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.20%.
62,195
Population (2024)
60,502
Population (2010)
62,195
Peak (2024)
0.20%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 60,502 |
| 2011 | 60,599 |
| 2012 | 60,658 |
| 2013 | 60,558 |
| 2014 | 60,588 |
| 2015 | 60,524 |
| 2016 | 60,304 |
| 2017 | 60,131 |
| 2018 | 60,101 |
| 2019 | 59,947 |
| 2020 | 60,744 |
| 2021 | 61,122 |
| 2022 | 61,407 |
| 2023 | 61,823 |
| 2024 | 62,195 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.6% |
| Black or African American | 7.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$83,458
Median Household Income
$42,162
Per Capita Income
5.0%
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$252,300
Median Home Value
$1,305
Median Rent
64.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.4%
High School+
30.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
77.4%
Public Transit
9.8%
Work From Home
24.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.4%
Foreign Born
78.7%
Non-English at Home
5.7%
Veterans
16.7%
With Disability
96.0%
Health Insurance
95.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.3% |
| Manufacturing | 11.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.5% |
| Information | 8.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.0% |
| Construction | 6.9% |
| Retail Trade | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bristol, Connecticut has a population of 61,129 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 10th-largest city in Connecticut.
The median household income in Bristol, Connecticut is $83,458, with 5.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bristol, Connecticut is $252,300, with median monthly rent at $1,305 and a homeownership rate of 64.7%.
The median age in Bristol, Connecticut is 38.2 years. The population is 50.1% male and 49.9% female.
The population has grown 2.8% since 2010 (60,502 → 62,195).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.