East Providence, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
46,970 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,660 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$322,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$789 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,130 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Providence County
3
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

Providence County
4
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Rhode Island
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 10 27
Feb 4 9 30
Mar 5 6 37
Apr 5 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 5 1 43
Dec 4 8 33

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, RI State Senate District 14, RI State House District 65, RI
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Schools

Kent Heights School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Silver Spring School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Edward Martin Middle
<1 miles, N • 1 star
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Colleges

Brown University
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

Rhode Island Hospital
3 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
42 miles, N • 1 star
Martha's Vineyard Airport
48 miles, SE • 1 star
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