Bristol County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Bristol County, MA has a population of approximately 579,200 people. The racial composition is about 83.5% White, 5.7% Black or African American, 3.2% Asian, and 6.7% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income stands around $69,000, with 10% of the population below the poverty line. The age distribution shows 20.3% under 18, 24.4% ages 18-44, 34.3% ages 45-64, and 20.9% 65 and older.

As of 2023, Bristol County, MA, has a median home price of around $398,000. The median rent is approximately $1,750 per month. The homeownership rate stands at about 64%, with around 36% renting. The vacancy rate for rentals is about 5.2%. Real estate appreciation has been approximately 7.1% annually over the past decade. The average household income is roughly $74,000. This area has seen a moderate population growth, contributing to a competitive housing market.

For the most current and detailed statistics, consulting local real estate websites or government resources is recommended.

As of the most recent elections in Bristol County, MA, key data includes several contested races. Notably, for the District Attorney position, incumbent Thomas Quinn faced off against challenger Shannon McMahon. Quinn secured 62% of the vote, approximately 65,000 votes, while McMahon garnered 38%, or roughly 39,000 votes.

In the Sheriff’s race, incumbent Thomas Hodgson was challenged by Democrat Paul Heroux. Heroux emerged victorious with 52% of the vote, totalling around 54,000 votes, compared to Hodgson's 48%, or approximately 50,000 votes.

For state legislative seats, the 10th Bristol District saw a tight race between incumbent Democrat Bill Straus and Republican challenger Rick Laird. Straus maintained his seat with 55% of the vote, amounting to about 12,000 votes, while Laird received 45%, or around 9,800 votes.

Voter turnout in the county was approximately 65%, reflecting strong civic engagement.

As of recent data, 30.3% of Bristol County, MA residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is lower than the Massachusetts state average of around 44.5% but close to the national average of approximately 32.1%. High school graduation rates in Bristol County are about 89.6%, whereas the state and national averages are around 93.3% and 88.6% respectively. Overall, Bristol County's educational attainment is slightly below the state average but relatively comparable to national figures.

As of the most recent data in 2023, Bristol County, MA has a labor force of approximately 280,000 workers. The county’s unemployment rate is around 4.2%, slightly higher than the Massachusetts state average of 3.5% and the national average of 3.7%.

Top industries in Bristol County include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Healthcare and social assistance account for about 20% of employment, retail trade about 15%, and manufacturing around 12%.

Comparatively, at the state level, healthcare and social assistance also dominate but are slightly less pronounced at 18%. Retail and manufacturing at the state level are consistent with national averages of 12% and 10%, respectively. Bristol County's higher concentration in manufacturing stands out compared to both state and national averages, reflecting its industrial heritage and available infrastructure.

These figures suggest a diversified economy with notable strengths in both services and manufacturing sectors.

As of the most recent data, Bristol County, MA, has an average household income of around $77,000. This places it between the national average and the Massachusetts state average. For comparison:

• National Average Household Income: Approximately $68,700
• Massachusetts Average Household Income: Approximately $81,000

This indicates that Bristol County's average income level is higher than the national average but slightly below the state average. Here’s a table summarizing these statistics:

Overall, Bristol County's income levels reflect a relatively affluent region compared to many parts of the U.S., though it lags slightly behind the state average for Massachusetts.

Bristol County, MA, experiences varying crime rates across different types of offenses. Based on the latest data available (2022), the region has observed the following annual crime rates per 100,000 inhabitants:

These numbers reflect the efforts and challenges of local law enforcement in maintaining public safety. Violent crime rates remain manageable, yet property crimes, particularly larceny-theft, present a significant concern. Effective community policing and crime prevention initiatives are ongoing to mitigate these issues.