Bristol County's 2026 population is estimated at 596,415, reflecting a 0.47% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Bristol County is the 6th largest county in Massachusetts. The 2010 population was 549,175 and has grown 8.6% since 2010.
Overall: 40.9 years
Female: 42.2 years
Male: 39.6 years
There are 462,781 adults, (103,468 of whom are seniors) in Bristol County.
Female: 297,613 (51.1%)
Male: 284,657 (48.9%)
The racial composition of Bristol County includes 76.86% White, 6.05% other race, 4.46% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 447,540 | 76.86% |
| Two or more races | 57,826 | 9.93% |
| Other race | 35,205 | 6.05% |
| Black or African American | 25,982 | 4.46% |
| Asian | 14,233 | 2.44% |
| Native American | 1,323 | 0.23% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 161 | 0.03% |
Bristol County 's average per capita income is $59,271. Household income levels show a median of $85,625. The poverty rate stands at 11.32%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $135,518 | $160,766 |
| Families | $110,087 | $133,813 |
| Households | $85,625 | $111,532 |
| Non Families | $44,916 | $62,829 |
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