Median Income
$68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$675
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment
11.9%
231% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.8%
27% higher than US avg
How Barrington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,523
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
C+
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$43,720
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty15.8%
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,025
Rent Burden8.5%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQIN/A
Elevation20 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+28.0%
Graduate+1.3%
Is Barrington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Barrington receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Barrington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Barrington is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Barrington is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.0% have completed high school.
Barrington has a population of 6,523 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).
Population
6,523
Total Population
2021 Census
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Barrington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Other Languages | 1.3% |
Social Characteristics
Barrington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Barrington is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Barrington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,500 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,720 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.9% |
| 231% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
The median home value in Barrington is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,000 |
| 36% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $675 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 8.5% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.2% |
| Housing Units | 3,025 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Barrington vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Barrington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 244.0 sq mi (632.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5629°N, 65.5617°W |
| Timezone | America/Halifax |