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Bristol, Virginia: Something for Everyone User Rating 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) If you have thought of visiting the twin city, known as Bristol, Virginia, then I highly recommend it. I have visited Bristol several times over the years and have always been able to discover something new on each trip. Bristol is situated on the Tennessee-Virginia border, which ...Read More is how it has become known as the twin city.

While I do not know, what living in Bristol, Virginia is like, I can testify that as a tourist the place is amazing. The views are magnificent and while you can see mountainous view in every direction that you turn, it is easily accessible by multiple interstates. In addition to the great views, there are also multiple things to do in Bristol.

The best areas in Bristol, Virginia to visit include the Bristol Motor Speedway and the local breweries and nightclubs. If you are into the arts, then you might enjoy a self-guided walking tour of historic downtown Bristol. There is truly something to do for everyone of all ages in Bristol, Virginia. Read Less
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      C+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Bristol? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Cumberland Square Park
      Anderson Park
      Patterson Park
      Randolph Park
      Rotary Park
      Parker Park
      Belle Meadows Park
      Mumpower Park

      Entertainment

      The Foundation Event Facility
      Paramount Center for the Arts
      Theatre Bristol
      Bristol Municipal Stadium
      Marquee Cinemas Pinnacle

      Food & Drink

      Burger Bar
      Inari Wines
      Popeyes
      Taco Riendo
      Subway
      Hardee's
      Taco Bell
      KFC

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Bristol? Of all people who commute, 0.4% take public transportation in Bristol.
      Drive to Work
      78%

      2% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      2% higher than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Bristol? The cost of living in Bristol is 86/100 - which is 21% lower than Virginia.
      Bristol
      86

      14% less expensive than average

      Virginia
      109

      9% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      D Crime

      What is the crime rate in Bristol? Bristol crime rates are 4,432, which are 134% higher than Virginia
      Total Crime
      4,432 per 100k people

      94% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 23  

      94% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      44%

      Year over year crime is up

      F Employment

      What is the median income in Bristol? The median income in Bristol is $39,679 which is 40% lower than Virginia.
      Median household income
      $39,67928% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $25,97913% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      20% lower than the US average

      F Health & Safety

      Is Bristol a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Bristol home prices? Bristol home prices are $127,900 - which is 49% lower than Virginia
      Median home value
      $127,90031% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $71225% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      61%

      3% lower than the US average

      A Schools

      Does Bristol have good schools? The Bristol graduation rate is 76% - which is 10% lower than Virginia
      High school grad. rates
      76%

      8% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      80%

      68% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      12:1

      27% lower than the US average

      C User Ratings

      Is Bristol a good place to live? Bristol has an overall rating of 64% from 7 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      64%

      7 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      51%

      6 total surveys

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