Carolina, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,238 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$123,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$366,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$842 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,156 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.8% 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 31
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 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 6%

Schools

Charlestown Elementary School
<1 miles, SW 4.1 star
Chariho Alternative Learning A
2 miles, W 2.3 star

Colleges

University of Rhode Island
7 miles, E 3.2 star
New England Institute of Technology
16 miles, NE 1.9 star
Salve Regina University
18 miles, E 3.2 star

Hospitals

South County Hospital Inc
8 miles, SE 5 star
Westerly Hospital
11 miles, W 4.1 star
Newport Hospital
18 miles, E 5 star
Kent County Memorial Hospital
19 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Theodore Francis Green State Airport
22 miles, NE 2.3 star
Martha's Vineyard Airport
54 miles, SE 1 star
Worcester Regional Airport
57 miles, N 1 star
Bradley International Airport
63 miles, NW 2.8 star