Cost of Living in Bradford, RI
Population: 1,437 | Rhode Island
Bradford is 7% more expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Bradford, RI: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 107, Bradford, RI is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 7% more expensive than the national average and 3% below the Rhode Island state average of 111. Bradford is a small community of 1,437 residents.
The median household income in Bradford is $108,295, which is 44% higher than the national median of $75,149.
Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Bradford. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.5°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 34°F. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches spread over roughly 123 days.
Everyday prices in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.
Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.
Income
- Median Household Income
- $108,295
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- +44%
Housing
- Median Home Value
- $387,100
- Median Monthly Housing Cost
- $1,211/mo
Everyday Prices in Bradford
BLS Average Prices for the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area
Climate in Bradford
NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 40 | 41 | 47 | 57 | 67 | 75 | 82 | 81 | 74 | 64 | 54 | 45 |
| Avg °F | 32 | 33 | 40 | 49 | 58 | 67 | 74 | 72 | 66 | 55 | 46 | 38 |
| Low °F | 25 | 26 | 32 | 41 | 50 | 59 | 66 | 64 | 57 | 47 | 38 | 30 |
| Rain" | 3.3 | 2.8 | 4.2 | 3.9 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 2.9 | 3.5 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 3.5 | 3.8 |