County · Rhode Island
Bristol County, Rhode Island
Bristol County, Rhode Island. Bristol County had 50,001 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.6% since 2020, while Rhode Island grew 1.6%. It holds 3 places (3 towns and townships) and 11 census tracts. GEOID 44001.
Bristol County is one of the 6 counties of the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
50,001
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 50,793 · ACS 2020-2024: 50,490
Median household income
$114,490
±$5,860 (90% margin)
Rhode Island: $87,796
Median home value
$513,800
±$22,475 (90% margin)
Rhode Island: $404,200
Median gross rent
$1,528
±$93 (90% margin)
Rhode Island: $1,342
How many people live in Bristol County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 50,793 residents in Bristol County. The Census Bureau estimates 50,001 for July 1, 2025, down 1.6% since 2020, while Rhode Island grew 1.6%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 50,490 over 24 square miles of land.
| Measure | Bristol County | Rhode Island | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 50,490 | 1,101,801 | +1,726 |
| Households | 20,104±322 | 441,570 | +887 |
| Average household size | 2.33±0.04 | 2.39 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 21,615±68 | 485,932 | +562 |
Bristol County's population since 2000
From 50,648 in 2000 to 50,001 in 2025: down 1.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Bristol County?
Bristol County holds 3 places: 3 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government). The largest is Bristol with 21,970 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Bristol | 22,493 | $97,764 |
|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 17,153 | $153,198 |
| Warren | 11,147 | $90,729 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Bristol County?
The median resident of Bristol County is 44.2 years old; 17.8% are under 18 and 21.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 88.3%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 4.2%. 9.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Bristol County | Rhode Island | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.2±0.5 | 40.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 17.8%±0.1 pts | 18.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 21.1%±0.2 pts | 18.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.2% | 17.7% | +1.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 88.3%±0.5 pts | 68.0% | −3.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.2 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.6%±0.3 pts | 3.5% | +0.5 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.7%±0.6 pts | 4.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 9.7%±1.4 pts | 15.3% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 12.8%±1.8 pts | 23.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.3%±0.7 pts | 5.1% | – |
| With a disability | 11.9%±1.3 pts | 13.8% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 2.3%±0.8 pts | 4.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.6%±1.3 pts | 89.7% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 53.0%±2.0 pts | 37.7% | +4.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 24.7%±1.6 pts | 15.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 4.2%±0.9 pts | 3.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Bristol County earn?
Half of Bristol County's 20,104 households earn less than $114,490 a year (±$5,860), against $87,796 in Rhode Island. In 2015-2019 the median was $102,261 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $12,229 after inflation. 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Bristol County | Rhode Island | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $114,490±$5,860 | $87,796 | +$12,229 |
| Mean household income | $151,035±$6,734 | $115,075 | – |
| Per capita income | $61,409±$2,319 | $47,150 | +$4,101 |
| People below the poverty line | 6.5%±1.2 pts | 11.2% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 4.0%±1.8 pts | 13.7% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 5.3%±1.2 pts | 14.0% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 92.6%±1.5 pts | 91.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Bristol County?
Owners occupy 71.8% of Bristol County's occupied homes and renters 28.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $513,800 by its owner (±$22,475). The median renter pays $1,528 a month including utilities, and 35.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Bristol County | Rhode Island | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $513,800±$22,475 | $404,200 | +$73,089 |
| Median gross rent | $1,528±$93 | $1,342 | +$252 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.9%±5.7 pts | 37.8% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,509±$78 | $2,234 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71.8%±2.5 pts | 63.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 21,615±68 | 485,932 | +562 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±0.3 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.9%±2.0 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 67.4%±2.5 pts | 55.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 32.5%±2.7 pts | 30.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Bristol County building?
Builders took permits for 76 new housing units across Bristol County in 2025 (22 single-family), 1.5 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Bristol County get to work?
70.8% of Bristol County's workers drive alone and 15.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.0%.
| Measure | Bristol County | Rhode Island | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 63.7%±1.7 pts | 65.0% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0%±0.8 pts | 5.8% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 70.8%±2.8 pts | 72.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.0%±1.8 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.7%±0.9 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Walked | 3.8%±0.8 pts | 2.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 15.6%±1.8 pts | 13.0% | +10.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.4 min±1.3 | 25.5 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Bristol County's census tracts?
Bristol County is divided into 11 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $70,850 (Tract 307) to $224,500 (Tract 304).
| Tract 30144001030100 | 5,085±485 | $137,237 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 30244001030200 | 3,210±425 | $130,455 |
| Tract 30344001030300 | 4,671±446 | $172,672 |
| Tract 30444001030400 | 4,160±475 | $224,500 |
| Tract 30544001030500 | 3,572±368 | $79,552 |
| Tract 306.0144001030601 | 3,472±380 | $125,781 |
| Tract 306.0244001030602 | 4,100±436 | $77,281 |
| Tract 30744001030700 | 3,389±547 | $70,850 |
| Tract 30844001030800 | 6,074±395 | $100,260 |
| Tract 309.0144001030901 | 6,210±721 | $116,688 |
| Tract 309.0244001030902 | 6,547±697 | $98,722 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Bristol County compare with Rhode Island's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 5th of 5 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 4th of 5 |
| Residents per square mile | 1st of 5 |
| Median household income | 1st of 5 |
| Median home value | 2nd of 5 |
| Median gross rent | 2nd of 5 |
| Poverty rate | 5th of 5 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 2nd of 5 |
| Median age | 3rd of 5 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Bristol County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.