Cost of Living in Bristol County, RI

What does it cost to live in Bristol County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$105,875

Median Rent

$1,264/mo

Median Home

$443,700

Affordability

302

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$2,244
Property Tax$532
Insurance$148

Total Monthly$2,924
% of Income33.1%

Renting

Median Rent$1,264
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,289
% of Income14.3%

Living in Bristol County, Rhode Island

Bristol County has a median household income of $105,875 with housing costs that represent 33.1% of income for owners and 14.3% for renters. Housing costs exceed the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting affordability challenges.

The affordability index of 302 (100 = median income perfectly covers median housing costs) gives a quick snapshot. Use our calculator for a comprehensive comparison across counties, including taxes, utilities, healthcare, and commute costs.

Compare Cost of Living Across Counties

Enter two locations and get a side-by-side comparison of housing, taxes, utilities, transportation, and overall affordability with salary adjustment calculations.

Start Free Comparison

Other Counties in Rhode Island

This County Across Smart Technology Investments

Money and planning

  • Venatribusiness, startup, launch cost
  • Lontevisretirement, withdrawal, portfolio
  • Morivexlife insurance, term, whole

Property and place

  • Torvanirent, buy, mortgage
  • Tavirexproperty tax, assessment, appeal
  • Veloquahomeowner insurance, premium, peril

Family and education

County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.