Bristol, TN vs Millington, TN

Bristol is moderately more affordable than Millington, with a 13.5% lower cost of living index. Bristol scores 68 compared to 78 for Millington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Millington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bristol is $764/month compared to $1,059/month in Millington — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bristol has cheaper rent, Millington actually has lower median home values ($172,800 vs $182,500).

Median household income in Bristol is $55,007 compared to $51,695 in Millington (+6.4%). Bristol offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bristol spend roughly 16.7% of their income on rent, less than the 24.6% in Millington.