Bristol, PA Cost of Living


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Bristol cost of living score
119.7
More expensive
19.7% higher
than the US average
26.5% higher
than the Pennsylvania average
Bristol, Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 119.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.7% higher than the U.S. average and 26.5% higher than the average for Pennsylvania.

Bristol, PA

Housing costs in Bristol?
A typical home costs $208,300, which is 38.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 14.2% less expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bristol costs $1,210 per month, which is 15.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,210.

Can I afford Bristol?
To live comfortably in Bristol, Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $39,960 for a family, and $40,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bristol?
The cost of living in Bristol Borough, PA is relatively affordable compared to other areas in the country. According to Sperling's Best Places, the overall cost of living index for the borough is 92.9, which is 8.1 points below the national average of 101. This makes Bristol an attractive option for those looking to enjoy a suburban lifestyle without breaking the bank. The housing market in particular provides good value for money as median home prices are far lower than both state and national averages, coming in at just $128,700 compared to $179,600 and $216,200 respectively. Coupled with low utility costs and a moderate tax rate, Bristol offers good value for its residents.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBristolPennsylvaniaUnited States
  119.794.6100.0
  103.3100.3100
  98.7101.1100.0
  78.080.5100.0
  $208,300$242,800$338,100
  105.4%98.2%100.0%
  110.7104.0100.0
  130.5101.5100.0

   100=National Average

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