County profile · Virginia
Bristol city, VA market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Bristol city, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 16,418
- −5.2% since 2020
- Households
- 7,226
- Median household income
- $50,404
- +34.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $184,100
- Jobs located here
- 10,880
- Highest market score
- 32
- Real estate, #1,995 of 2,229 scored counties
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Free10 actions over 3 days, no cardSurvey estimates 2020–2024 · population estimates 2025 · official business counts 2023 · map listings September 2026 · Data credits · How we measure
What this means
An estimated 16,418 people live in Bristol city, in 7,226 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Bristol city declined 5.2%, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median household income in Bristol city is $50,404 a year, 38% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 34.4% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Bristol city spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 106, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (51).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Bristol city are for real estate businesses (32), real estate agents and brokers (29) and primary care and pediatric clinics (25). Bristol city ranks #1,995 of 2,229 scored counties for real estate businesses.
Bristol city is part of the Kingsport-Bristol metro area. For its number of households, Bristol city has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (3.6 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for real estate businesses (53% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Bristol city
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Bristol city with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real estate | 32 | #1,995 of 2,229 | 13 | 18.0 | Index only | 167 | Under 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 29 | #2,040 of 2,176 | 12 | 16.6 | Index only | 144 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 25 | #1,480 of 1,656 | 6 | 8.3 | $1.1M | 64 | 7 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 25 | #1,763 of 1,886 | 10 | 13.8 | $681K | 69 | 3 |
| Grocery stores | 17 | #1,917 of 2,070 | 6 | 8.3 | $6.5M | 69 | 5 |
| Insurance agencies | 16 | #2,166 of 2,272 | 20 | 27.7 | $748K | 60 | 10 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 16 | #2,345 of 2,394 | 58 | 80.3 | $117K | 77 | 20 |
| Auto repair shops | 13 | #2,344 of 2,378 | 17 | 23.5 | $309K | 69 | 9 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 11 | #1,878 of 1,889 | 10 | 13.8 | $2.2M | 54 | 5 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 11 | #2,044 of 2,063 | 11 | 15.2 | $2M | 55 | 5 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 11 | #2,052 of 2,088 | 11 | 15.2 | $329K | 50 | 4 |
| Auto repair and car care | 9 | #2,385 of 2,401 | 32 | 44.3 | $164K | 61 | 13 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 8 | #2,197 of 2,210 | 35 | 48.4 | $327K | 37 | 8 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 7 | #2,076 of 2,087 | 24 | 33.2 | $477K | 38 | 8 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 7 | #2,380 of 2,385 | 66 | 91.3 | $81K | 38 | 10 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 7 | #2,381 of 2,402 | 24 | 33.2 | $1.6M | 48 | 15 |
| Convenience stores | 5 | #2,242 of 2,261 | 14 | 19.4 | $2.8M | 35 | 10 |
| Hair salons | 5 | #2,332 of 2,339 | 38 | 52.6 | $141K | 33 | 7 |
| Gyms | 4 | #1,785 of 1,792 | 6 | 8.3 | $602K | 46 | 4 |
| Gas stations | 4 | #2,358 of 2,358 | 28 | 38.7 | $628K | 26 | 17 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 4 | #2,405 of 2,405 | 142 | 196.5 | $158K | 42 | 64 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 4 | #2,405 of 2,405 | 82 | 113.5 | $273K | 41 | 29 |
| Spas and skin care | 3 | #1,768 of 1,769 | 13 | 18.0 | $413K | 47 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | 3 | #2,088 of 2,090 | 12 | 16.6 | $1.9M | 37 | 30 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 3 | #2,221 of 2,222 | 26 | 36.0 | $861K | 28 | 30 |
| Nail salons | 2 | #1,328 of 1,328 | 11 | 15.2 | $488K | 29 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | 2 | #1,490 of 1,490 | 11 | 15.2 | $619K | 26 | 6 |
| Tire shops | 2 | #1,529 of 1,530 | 6 | 8.3 | $874K | 35 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | 1 | #1,451 of 1,451 | 7 | 9.7 | $749K | 30 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.5 | $594K | 59 | 5 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.5 | $903K | 45 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.5 | $1.7M | 54 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.5 | $1.3M | 150 | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.5 | $1.7M | 71 | 4 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.2 | $3.8M | 24 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.2 | $5.7M | 235 | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.2 | $3.8M | 31 | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.2 | $3M | 178 | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $4.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $2.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $8.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $5.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $5.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $1.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $17.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $5.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $5.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $3.6M | Too few | 4 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Bristol city
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $5.2M | $726 | 76 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $17.6M | $2,435 | 94 |
| Food away from home | $22.4M | $3,097 | 76 |
| Groceries | $38.7M | $5,360 | 85 |
| Personal care products and services | $5.4M | $743 | 74 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.4M | $329 | 57 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $3.6M | $500 | 51 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.8M | $942 | 73 |
| Pets | $5.3M | $727 | 80 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $11.5M | $1,585 | 77 |
| Vehicle insurance | $15M | $2,070 | 106 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $17.1M | $2,372 | 79 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $9M | $1,241 | 88 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $94.3M | $13,052 | 78 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Bristol city
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 16,418−5.2% since 2020
- Households
- 7,226
- Median age
- 45.7
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 64%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.6
- Land area
- 13 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 1,309
- Median household income
- $50,404+34.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $68,726
- Median home value
- $184,100
- Jobs located here
- 10,880
- Daytime population
- 20,776Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Bristol city, VA growing?
Population estimates put Bristol city at 16,418 people in 2025, down 5.2% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 7,226 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 34.4%, before inflation.
How much do households in Bristol city, VA spend?
Households in Bristol city spend about $94.3M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $38.7M on groceries and $22.4M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Bristol city runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 106, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (51).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Bristol city, VA?
Of the business types scored in Bristol city, real estate businesses (32), real estate agents and brokers (29) and primary care and pediatric clinics (25) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For real estate businesses, that ranks #1,995 of 2,229 scored counties.
How does Bristol city, VA compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Bristol city is $50,404, 38% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 5.2% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $184,100, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (3.6 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for real estate businesses (53% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 29 of the 56 business types have a score in Bristol city, each ranked against other counties.
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