Bristol County's 2026 population is estimated at 49,719, reflecting a -0.43% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Bristol County is the 5th largest county in Rhode Island. The 2010 population was 49,817 and has grown -0.2% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.2 years
Female: 45.5 years
Male: 43 years
There are 41,517 adults, (10,674 of whom are seniors) in Bristol County.
Female: 25,844 (51.2%)
Male: 24,646 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Bristol County includes 89.54% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 45,210 | 89.54% |
| Two or more races | 2,541 | 5.03% |
| Asian | 1,308 | 2.59% |
| Other race | 831 | 1.65% |
| Black or African American | 572 | 1.13% |
| Native American | 20 | 0.04% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 8 | 0.02% |
Bristol County 's average per capita income is $71,531. Household income levels show a median of $114,490. The poverty rate stands at 6.53%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $161,563 | - |
| Families | $139,973 | $184,072 |
| Households | $114,490 | $151,035 |
| Non Families | $56,858 | $87,259 |
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