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Bristol, PA


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Bristol, Pennsylvania

Bristol, Pennsylvania, in Bucks county, is 3 miles E of Bensalem, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 19 miles NE of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The town benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Philadelphia metropolitan area. Bristol contains a population of approximately 9,923.

The People and Families of Bristol

In Bristol, about 42% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Bristol, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the town.

Approximately 17% of Bristol is non-white. Bristol offers a wonderful balance of many varieties of people.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Bristol had a median family income of $44,517.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Bristol favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $1,000. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the town.

Bristol Housing

Bristol has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 57% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the town might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side. Bristol, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Pennsylvania, which may reflect a commitment to education in the town.

Commuting

In Bristol, 88% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Bristol -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

Bristol strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 3%trophyBristol Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Bristol Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Bristol, PA

Comparing Bristol to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity910
Female Share of the Population75
Senior Citizens74
Well-Paid Single Women67
Well-Paid Single Men57
Age of the Population53
Male Share of the Population46
Children Under 5 Years Old37

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size58
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty55
People in Middle Class or Better56
Median Family Income57
College Educated Adults23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Public Transportation Use88
Short Commute Times66
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals109
People Living Alone97
Affordability of Rents52
Affordability of Property Taxes42
Seasonal and Vacation Housing12
Housing Recently Built13

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