Bristol, Virginia
Bristol: independent city in Virginia, United States
About
Bristol is a city located in the county of City of Bristol in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,835 and a population density of 524 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 17,329 inhabitants.
The city was created 170 years ago in 1855.
Quick Facts about Bristol
| Population | 17,329 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | City of Bristol |
| Different from | Bristol County, Bristol County |
| Phone Area Codes | 276 |
| Area | 34.07 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.5965,-82.1885 |
| Named for | Bristol |
| Altitude | 1,680 feet / 512 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1856 (170 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 18:54:16 (24th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 24201 |
| Density | 509 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.92% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Bristol is located at 36°35'47"N 82°11'18"W (36.5964900, -82.1884700).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 76. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Bristol decreased by 2.92% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,835 | - | census |
| 2011 | 17,717 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 17,692 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,386 | -1.76% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 17,191 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 17,146 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 17,088 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 16,880 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 16,685 | -1.17% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 16,762 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 17,329 | 3.27% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Bristol
1Sugar Hollow Park
23261 Sugar Hollow Rd, Bristol, VA 24202, United States View details
Phone: +12766457275 | Website available
2Cumberland Square Park
200 Lee St, Bristol, VA 24201, United States View details
Phone: +12766457300 | Website available
3Birthplace of Country Music Museum
101 Country Music Way, Bristol, VA 24201, United States View details
Phone: +14235731927 | Website available
4Bristol Parks & Recreation
21361 Sugar Hollow Rd, Bristol, VA 24202, United States View details
Phone: +12766457275 | Website available
5Outdoor arena
12095 Rocky Hill Rd, Bristol, VA 24202, United States View details
People born in Bristol (18)
People born in Bristol, including college football coach, college baseball coach Beattie Feathers, Black intellectual and reformer Charles S. Johnson, NASCAR executive Mike Helton, .
More notable people
- William Francis Rhea (American politician (1858-1931)) he was born in 20/04/1858
- Charlie Caldwell (American football and baseball player and coach) he was born in 02/08/1901
- Floyd H. Roberts (American judge) he was born in 29/03/1879
- Jim Crockett (American professional wrestling promoter) he was born in 02/06/1909
- Jim Saul (American baseball player and manager) he was born in 24/11/1939
- Kelly Denton (American stock car racing driver) he was born in 10/03/1973
- Kevin Barker (American baseball player) he was born in 26/07/1975
- Mark Lawson (American actor) he was born in 17/12/1978
- Robert E. Clay (African-American educator) he was born in 25/06/1875
- Thomas Miller (American artist) he was born in 24/12/1920
- Samuel Rhea Gammon he was born in 30/03/1865
- Francis C. Harrington he was born in 10/09/1887
- Donald S. Coffey he was born in 10/10/1932
- Aaron Cole (American Christian hip hop recording artist and songwriter) he was born in 28/02/1999
- Will Wampler (American attorney and politician) he was born in 11/03/1991
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bristol, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 220516 | King University | Bristol (TN) | 37620-2699 |
Closest post offices linked to Bristol.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Post Office | Bristol (VA) | 24203 |
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Other cities in City of Bristol
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in City of Bristol , VA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights | 17,205 | Independent city in Virginia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Bristol distances to largest Virginia cities