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Providence-Warwick, RI-MA

Cost of living in Bristol County, RI

Part of the Providence Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,374/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 50,568 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,057 31%
Federal tax $719 21%
Healthcare $480 14%
Groceries $359 11%
Transport $320 9%
Energy $215 6%
State tax $169 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Bristol County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$735
per month
1 bedroom
$1,057
per month
2 bedroom
$1,472
per month
3 bedroom
$1,672
per month
4 bedroom
$2,750
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Bristol County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$110,926
per year
Individual earnings
$54,019
per year
Per capita
$58,817
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bristol County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$468,000
Annual property tax
$6,483

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bristol County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$151
per month · 27.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$64
per month
Annual total
$2,580
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
2.7%

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 Rhode Island.

State income tax
6.0%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
7.0%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
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
25.5 min
Drive alone
74.3%
Public transit
1.3%
Work from home
12.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bristol County

What it costs to live in Bristol County each month.

Single person
$3,374
per month
  • Rent $1,057
  • Energy $215
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $719
  • State tax $169
Couple
$5,535
per month
  • Rent $1,472
  • Energy $258
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,486
  • State tax $375
Family
$7,903
per month
  • Rent $1,672
  • Energy $322
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,486
  • State tax $375

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, RI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,057 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,472 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,672 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bristol County?

In Bristol County, RI, the average household income is $110,926 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $54,019 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, RI is approximately $3,374 per month for a single person, $5,535 for a couple, $7,903 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, RI is 7.00%, which includes the Rhode Island state rate of 7.00% 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, RI would need approximately $3,374 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $110,926 per year ($9,244 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, RI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 2.7% 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, RI is $468,000, with average annual property taxes of $6,483, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bristol County compare to other areas?

You can compare Bristol County, RI 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