Bristol, RI
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,601 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Bristol is on a peninsula between Narragansett and Mount Hope Bays.
Cultural Attractions
The rocky ledge known as “King Philip’s Chair,” where the Wampanoag Indian chief would scout enemy ships, is a must-see.
Recreation
Boating and fishing are popular pastimes in Bristol.
Historical
The first battle of King Philip’s War took place here in 1675.
Fun Fact
Bristol has the oldest continuous Fourth of July celebration, and continues to celebrate with festivities that span three weeks.
| Population [details] | 23,601 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 64.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 308.17 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 26.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 39.22 °F/20.33 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 83.21 °F/63.19 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 45.85 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 39 |
| Cost of living [details] | 122.1 |
| State sales tax | 7.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (42.71 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | THEODORE FRANCIS GREEN STATE (9.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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