Barrington, RI
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 17,430 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | High |
Climate
Rhode Island experiences a humid continental climate, with occasional extremes in winter cold, and precipitation throughout the year.
Geography
The Warren River borders on the east, and Narragansett Bay is on the west and south.
Recreation
The Barringtown Town Beach has four acres of beachfront overlooking Narragansett Bay.
Historical
The town was called the “garden of the colony” in the 1600s because of its scenic location.
Economy
Barrington is primarily a bedroom community.
| Population [details] | 17,430 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 63.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 374.81 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 53.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 40.87 °F/20.71 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 84.95 °F/63.59 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 46.31 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 37 |
| Cost of living [details] | 122.1 |
| State sales tax | 7.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (39.47 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | THEODORE FRANCIS GREEN STATE (6.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Trails and wildlife |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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