Bristol Population 2026
Bristol has a population of 60,452, making it the #674 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 146× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,452
Rank in United States
#674
Coordinates
41.67°N, 72.95°W
~93 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
464 km
288 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Connecticut
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 147,629 | #189 |
| New Haven | 130,322 | #218 |
| Stamford | 128,874 | #225 |
| North Stamford | 121,230 | #240 |
| Hartford | 121,054 | #241 |
| Waterbury | 108,802 | #287 |
| Norwalk | 88,485 | #384 |
| Danbury | 84,657 | #423 |
Cities near Bristol
- New Britain72,808 people · ~14 km away
- Waterbury108,802 people · ~15 km away
- Meriden59,988 people · ~19 km away
- Cheshire29,443 people · ~20 km away
- West Hartford63,268 people · ~20 km away
- Torrington34,906 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bristol?
Bristol has a population of 60,452 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #674 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bristol in?
Bristol is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is Bristol the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 464 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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