Nestled on the eastern side of Narragansett Bay, Barrington is a charming town brimming with historic character and picturesque water views. Barrington is revered for its idyllic feel, beautiful parks, and top-notch schools. Barrington is also just ten miles southeast of Providence, making the community a popular choice.
Barrington offers a wide variety of houses, condos, and apartments available for rent in a tranquil locale. Although the town is predominantly residential, Barrington residents enjoy access to a host of restaurants and shops on Maple Avenue and Route 114. Residents also frequent Barrington’s many parks and trails, including Haines Memorial State Park, Rumstick Point, and Osamequin Nature Trails and Bird Sanctuary.
Median Household Income
$129,934
Average: $156,913
Education
9,038
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,415
Workers Employed
Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
19%
Housing Distribution
Barrington has more homeowners than renters.
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
Public
Grades K-5
366 Students
Public
Grades K-5
478 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
347 Students
Public
Grades K-5
257 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
775 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,113 Students
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
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