Ashaway, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,682 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$101,165 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$305,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$700 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,312 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
1
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Rhode Island
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
2
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Rhode Island
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 8 29
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 5 4 38
Apr 5 1 47
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 5 1 44
Dec 4 6 34

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 8%

Schools

Ashaway Elementary School
<1 miles, SW 4.1 star
Springbrook Elementary School
3 miles, W 2.3 star
Bradley School - Westerly Site
4 miles, SW 1 star

Colleges

University of Rhode Island
14 miles, E 3.2 star
Cortiva Institute-Groton
14 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Westerly Hospital
5 miles, SW 4.1 star
South County Hospital Inc
15 miles, E 5 star
William W Backus Hospital
18 miles, NW 4.1 star
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
18 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Theodore Francis Green State Airport
28 miles, NE 2.3 star
Bradley International Airport
58 miles, NW 2.8 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
58 miles, W 1 star
Worcester Regional Airport
58 miles, N 1 star