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Cost of living in Bristol County, MA

Part of the Providence Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,253/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 578,436 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $905 28%
Federal tax $654 20%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $385 12%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $246 8%
State tax $208 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Bristol County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$961
per month
1 bedroom
$905
per month
2 bedroom
$1,247
per month
3 bedroom
$1,315
per month
4 bedroom
$1,522
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Bristol County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$84,198
per year
Individual earnings
$50,014
per year
Per capita
$43,752
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bristol County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$421,800
Annual property tax
$4,685

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bristol County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$172
per month · 28.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$74
per month
Annual total
$2,952
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Bristol County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.0%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Bristol County

State and local tax rates for Massachusetts.

State income tax
5.0%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.3%
Combined sales tax
6.3%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Bristol County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.4 min
Drive alone
76.0%
Public transit
1.8%
Work from home
9.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bristol County

What it costs to live in Bristol County each month.

Single person
$3,253
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $385
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $654
  • State tax $208
Couple
$4,928
per month
  • Rent $1,247
  • Energy $295
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $638
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,048
  • State tax $351
Family
$7,196
per month
  • Rent $1,315
  • Energy $369
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $968
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,048
  • State tax $351

Frequently asked questions about Bristol County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bristol County?

In Bristol County, MA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $905 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,247 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,315 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bristol County?

In Bristol County, MA, the average household income is $84,198 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $50,014 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bristol County?

The estimated cost of living in Bristol County, MA is approximately $3,253 per month for a single person, $4,928 for a couple, $7,196 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bristol County?

The combined sales tax rate in Bristol County, MA is 6.25%, which includes the Massachusetts state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Bristol County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bristol County, MA would need approximately $3,253 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $84,198 per year ($7,017 per month). Bristol County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Bristol County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bristol County, MA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bristol County?

The average home value in Bristol County, MA is $421,800, with average annual property taxes of $4,685, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bristol County compare to other areas?

You can compare Bristol County, MA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Bristol County is in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources