Apartments for rent in Bristol, CT

Bristol is a small city in Connecticut with a population of approximately 60,000. At an average age of just over 40, the city's population is middle-of-the-pack compared to other cities in the state, which has an average age of 39. Home ownership is more common than renting in Bristol, and 35% of residents rent. With a relatively low average rent of $973/month in the city, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Connecticut. Each month, renters in Bristol will save around $175 compared to the state average.

Compared to the national average (5%), Bristol has a relatively high percentage of residents over the age of 25 who possess an Associate's degree (7%). Additionally, 19% have a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. There are three primary industries in Bristol: retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Combined, these industries make up 23% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in sales, which ranks as the top career path in the city. With an average annual income of nearly $76K, Bristol workers earn a bit less than their peers elsewhere in the state. The city's average income, however, is fairly average compared to the national level ($73,345).

Averaging about 25 minutes, the commute time for Bristol residents is faster than the state average of about 27 minutes. Many residents (47%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transit is not used much. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.