Bristol, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bristol, Tennessee is 27,490 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Tennessee. The median household income is $55,007, the median home value is $182,500, and the median age is 41.9.
The population has grown 4.1% since 2010 (26,757 → 27,867).
27,490
Population
840
People / sq mi
$55,007
Median Income
$182,500
Median Home Value
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Bristol covers 32.7 sq mi of land at 840 people per square mile.
About Bristol, TN
Bristol stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 840 people per square mile. Bristol is a city in Tennessee with a population of 27,490. It ranks #28 among cities in Tennessee by population.
The typical household earns $55,007, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.1%, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $182,500, with typical rent around $764.
29.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 10.8% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Bristol city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bristol city had a population of 26,757 in 2010 and 27,867 in 2024, a 4.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 27,867 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.29%.
27,867
Population (2024)
26,757
Population (2010)
27,867
Peak (2024)
0.29%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26,757 |
| 2011 | 26,776 |
| 2012 | 26,646 |
| 2013 | 26,571 |
| 2014 | 26,635 |
| 2015 | 26,563 |
| 2016 | 26,983 |
| 2017 | 26,844 |
| 2018 | 26,868 |
| 2019 | 26,987 |
| 2020 | 27,181 |
| 2021 | 27,545 |
| 2022 | 27,716 |
| 2023 | 27,828 |
| 2024 | 27,867 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.7% |
| Black or African American | 2.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$55,007
Median Household Income
$34,650
Per Capita Income
10.1%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$182,500
Median Home Value
$764
Median Rent
66.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.3%
High School+
29.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
81.2%
Public Transit
10.8%
Work From Home
20.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
48.7%
Foreign Born
96.9%
Non-English at Home
8.0%
Veterans
16.1%
With Disability
91.1%
Health Insurance
92.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.4% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.7% |
| Construction | 6.0% |
| Retail Trade | 5.4% |
| Information | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bristol, Tennessee has a population of 27,490 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Tennessee.
The median household income in Bristol, Tennessee is $55,007, with 10.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bristol, Tennessee is $182,500, with median monthly rent at $764 and a homeownership rate of 66.3%.
The median age in Bristol, Tennessee is 41.9 years. The population is 47.6% male and 52.4% female.
The population has grown 4.1% since 2010 (26,757 → 27,867).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.