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What are the crime rate and median income in Bristol County, Massachusetts?
Bristol County averaged 3.8 reported violent crimes per 1,000 residents a year in 2021-2025, 20% higher than the Massachusetts rate (3.1). Median household income is $85,625 and the unemployment rate was 4.9% in August 2026. Population: about 582,270 (Census, 2020-2024).
Last updated . Crime: FBI 2021-2025. Income and housing: Census ACS 2020-2024. Unemployment: BLS August 2026. Road work: October 11, 2026.
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What is the crime rate in Bristol County?
Police agencies in Bristol County reported an average of 2,195 violent crimes and 6,027 property crimes a year from 2021 to 2025. The violent rate, 3.8 per 1,000 people, is 20% higher than the Massachusetts rate (3.1); nationally it is 3.7. For property crime the county rate is 10.3 per 1,000 (Massachusetts: 10.7; U.S.: 18.1). Most violent crimes here are aggravated assaults (78%). CDC death records show about 12 homicide deaths a year in the county (2.2 per 100,000), a count that includes cases police may classify differently.
| Offense (yearly average, 2021-2025) | Bristol County | Per 1,000 | Massachusetts per 1,000 | U.S. per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime | 2,195 | 3.8 | 3.1 | 3.7 |
| Murder | 11 | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.06 |
| Rape | 217 | 0.37 | 0.28 | 0.40 |
| Robbery | 246 | 0.42 | 0.37 | 0.62 |
| Aggravated assault | 1,721 | 2.9 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Property crime | 6,027 | 10.3 | 10.7 | 18.1 |
| Burglary | 802 | 1.4 | 1.3 | 2.4 |
| Larceny-theft | 4,568 | 7.8 | 8.4 | 13.0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 657 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 2.6 |
Most crime never reaches the police, so these are reported crimes, a floor rather than the full count. In 2024 about half of violent crimes (48%) and about 3 in 10 property crimes (31%) were reported to police (U.S. Justice Department, National Crime Victimization Survey). Rates also depend on how completely each agency reports to the FBI. County figures add up the city police and sheriff reports in the county (20 agencies; 100% of residents covered).
What is the median household income in Bristol County?
Median household income is $85,625, 18% lower than the statewide figure ($103,960). Owner-occupied homes have a median value of $451,200, and the median rent is $1,245 a month. 19.8% of households received SNAP benefits in the past year (state: 14.7%). The newest monthly figure from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is 4.9% for August 2026 (preliminary), with 15,480 people out of work and looking.
| Census ACS 2020-2024 | Bristol County | Massachusetts | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 582,270 | 7,044,056 | 334,922,499 |
| Median household income | $85,625 | $103,960 | $80,734 |
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $451,200 | $562,100 | $332,700 |
| Median gross rent | $1,245 | $1,762 | $1,413 |
| Unemployment rate (2020-2024 average) | 5.5% | 5.2% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line | 11.3% | 10.0% | 12.5% |
| Households receiving SNAP (food stamps) | 19.8% | 14.7% | 12.1% |
| Adults 25+ with a bachelor's degree or higher | 30.8% | 47.3% | 35.7% |
| Homeowner households | 62.3% | 62.5% | 65.2% |
| Median age | 40.9 | 40.0 | 38.9 |
| Households with broadband internet | 90.2% | 92.8% | 91.0% |
| People without health insurance | 3.3% | 2.6% | 8.4% |
What natural hazards and environmental sites are in Bristol County?
Bristol County carries a “Relatively Moderate” overall rating in FEMA's National Risk Index. Of the seven hazards on our map, FEMA rates these highest: river flooding (Relatively High). The index compares counties with each other and also weighs how vulnerable and resilient a community is, so it is a long-run estimate, not a forecast.
Superfund sites
4 Superfund sites are on or proposed for EPA's National Priorities List in Bristol County: Atlas Tack Corp., Walton & Lonsbury Inc., Re-Solve, Inc. and Sullivan'S Ledge. 2 other sites have finished cleanup and been taken off the list. A listing means EPA is managing a long-term cleanup; it does not by itself mean anyone is exposed today.
High-hazard dams
Bristol County has 23 dams classed as high hazard in the National Inventory of Dams. 5 are rated Poor or Unsatisfactory in condition, 18 Satisfactory or Fair. Tallest on the list: Somerset Reservoir Dam (48 ft) and Copicut Reservoir Dam (40 ft). “High hazard” describes what lies downstream (people would probably die if the dam failed), not how likely the dam is to fail.
Industrial chemical releases
51 facilities in the county filed Toxics Release Inventory reports for 2024, together reporting 432,119 pounds of listed chemicals released on site. Reported releases are legal permitted amounts in most cases.
Disasters, air and water
Bristol County was covered by 3 federal major disaster declarations from 2016 through 2025 (Flood 1, Snowstorm 1, Severe Storm 1), not counting COVID-19. EPA air monitors logged 2 days in 2024 when the air quality index reached “unhealthy for sensitive groups” or worse. Of 29 community water systems, none had an open health-based drinking-water violation in EPA's records (September 2026). EPA puts the county in radon zone 2 (moderate). NHTSA counted 35 traffic deaths in the county in 2024, including 9 pedestrians.
Is there road construction in Bristol County?
On October 11, 2026 the state transportation feed listed 78 highway work zones in Bristol County (7 active that day). Listed roads include RT-140, I-195 and I-495. 24 are on interstates. The map's construction layer is refreshed every morning.
See today's work zones on the map →
How many schools, nursing homes and parks are in Bristol County?
Federal school lists show 141 public and 35 private schools in the county. 28 nursing homes are certified by Medicare or Medicaid here; star ratings for each are on the map and on Medicare's Care Compare. USGS mapping shows 61 fire or EMS stations and 30 police or sheriff stations. National Park Service sites here: New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. 6 state parks or recreation areas: Demarest Lloyd State Park, Dighton Rock State Park, Fall River Heritage State Park, Massasoit State Park and Sweets Knoll State Park and 1 more.
What tribal lands and sacred sites are in Bristol County?
Census tribal areas that reach into Bristol County: Mashpee Wampanoag Trust Land. 1 ancient or sacred site is on the map here: Dighton Rock. Many are sacred to living communities, so visit respectfully and follow posted rules.
Tribal areas are Census statistical boundaries, shown for reference; they are not legal boundaries.
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Gun shops, liquor stores and Planned Parenthood in Bristol County
Gun shops
7 gun shops with a public storefront are on the map in Bristol County, plus 16 more licensed dealers without a public storefront (not shown). On the ATF list: Public Safety Armory LLC (Rehoboth), Red Circle Tactical Firearms Academy (Fall River), Salomon Firearms Training LLC (Swansea), Shooting Supply (Westport), Sportsmans Outfitter INC (Berkley), Westport Village Sports INC (Westport) and Wright Arms (Seekonk).
Liquor stores
106 liquor stores are on the map in Bristol County: 44 Liquors (North Dighton), Ace Liquors (Attleboro), ACME Liquors, Andy's Market And Liquors (Taunton), Attleboro Wine and Spirits (Attleboro), Avenue Wine & Spirits (East Taunton), Barry's Fine Wines & Spirits (New Bedford), Berkley Farms Liquor (Berkley) and 98 more. Massachusetts has no complete public liquor licence list we can use, so this count also draws on OpenStreetMap and Overture Maps and may miss some stores or include closed ones.
Planned Parenthood
There is no Planned Parenthood health center in Bristol County on the map.
See them on the map: gun shops · liquor stores →
Sources: ATF licensee list (Sept 2026); state liquor licence lists, OpenStreetMap and Overture Maps (non-official; partial in some states); HHS Title X directory and CMS NPPES.
Common questions
What is the crime rate in Bristol County?
Bristol County averaged 2,195 reported violent crimes a year in 2021-2025, or 3.8 per 1,000 residents, 20% higher than the Massachusetts rate (3.1). The property-crime rate was 10.3 per 1,000 (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting).
What is the median household income in Bristol County?
$85,625 (Census American Community Survey, 2020-2024 average), compared with $103,960 for Massachusetts and $80,734 nationally.
What is the unemployment rate in Bristol County?
The newest monthly figure from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is 4.9% for August 2026 (preliminary), with 15,480 people out of work and looking.
What natural hazards affect Bristol County?
Bristol County carries a “Relatively Moderate” overall rating in FEMA's National Risk Index. Of the seven hazards on our map, FEMA rates these highest: river flooding (Relatively High).
Are there Superfund sites in Bristol County?
4 Superfund sites are on or proposed for EPA's National Priorities List in Bristol County: Atlas Tack Corp., Walton & Lonsbury Inc., Re-Solve, Inc. and Sullivan'S Ledge. 2 other sites have finished cleanup and been taken off the list.
Is there road construction in Bristol County right now?
On October 11, 2026 the state transportation feed listed 78 highway work zones in Bristol County (7 active that day). Listed roads include RT-140, I-195 and I-495. 24 are on interstates.
How many nursing homes are in Bristol County?
28 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes (CMS provider data, September 2026).
How does Bristol County compare with neighboring counties?
| County | Population | Violent crimes per 1,000 (2021-25) | Median household income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol County, RI | 50,490 | 0.71 | $114,490 |
| Newport County, RI | 84,657 | 1.2 | $103,514 |
| Norfolk County | 730,082 | 1.8 | $130,739 |
| Plymouth County | 535,075 | 2.8 | $114,201 |
| Providence County, RI | 664,854 | 2.1 | $78,787 |
Cities in Bristol County with their own page: New Bedford, Fall River, Pawtucket, Taunton.
More: Massachusetts statewide numbers · Sex-offender registry search (U.S. Justice Department, NSOPW)
Where do these numbers come from?
- Crime: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting 2021-2025 (agency level, Return A), averaged and summed by county by Map the Block; Census population; state and national rates: FBI estimated crimes 2021-2025.
- Income, housing, education: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year, table B19013 (median household income) and related tables.
- Monthly unemployment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS), county data, not seasonally adjusted. Public domain.
- Hazards: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (December 2025), county scores; disasters: FEMA OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries.
- Superfund: U.S. EPA, Superfund site boundaries and NPL status (October 2026). Dams: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Inventory of Dams (public map service, October 2026). Chemical releases: U.S. EPA Toxics Release Inventory, reporting year 2024 (basic data file).
- Air and water: U.S. EPA AirData, annual AQI by county 2024; EPA Air Quality Design Values 2023-2025 (June 2026); U.S. EPA SDWIS via ECHO drinking-water download (September 30, 2026). Traffic deaths: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) 2024; Census population.
- Work zones: State departments of transportation, via the U.S. DOT Work Zone Data Exchange (WZDx) and state 511 feeds; refreshed every morning (snapshot October 11, 2026).
- Schools: National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE public school locations 2024-25; budgets: U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances, fiscal year 2024; National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE Private School geocodes (Private School Survey 2023-24). Nursing homes: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Nursing Home Provider Information and Penalties (September 2026). Stations: U.S. Geological Survey, National Structures Dataset (Fire Stations/EMS Stations), October 2026 pull.
- Parks: USGS Protected Areas Database of the U.S. (PAD-US 4.1); state park agencies' open data (CA, NY, PA, TN, TX, FL, NJ, KY, HI, UT, MT and others); OpenStreetMap contributors for some hours, phones, fees and camping; U.S. National Park Service: unit boundaries (Land Resources Division), Acreage Report (Sept 30, 2026), park pages on nps.gov (hours, fees), Visitor Use Statistics (2025).
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