Bristol County, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
50,568 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,926 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$468,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,001 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,146 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Rhode Island
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Rhode Island
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 10 28
Feb 4 8 31
Mar 5 6 37
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 5 1 43
Dec 4 7 33

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 7%

Schools

Rockwell School
<1 miles, S 4.1 star
Mt Hope High School
2 miles, S 3.2 star
Nayatt School
2 miles, N 4.6 star
Guiteras School
2 miles, S 4.1 star

Colleges

Roger Williams University
4 miles, S 2.8 star
Rob Roy Academy-Fall River
7 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Saint Anne's Hospital
6 miles, SE 3.2 star
Southcoast Hospitals Group
7 miles, E 2.3 star

Airports

Martha's Vineyard Airport
41 miles, SE 1 star
Worcester Regional Airport
49 miles, N 1 star