Fall River, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
93,764 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,933 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$357,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$797 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$862 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bristol County
5
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bristol County
3
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 9 29
Feb 4 8 32
Mar 5 5 38
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 5 1 44
Dec 4 7 34

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (58%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MA First Bristol and Plymouth District, MA 8th Bristol District, MA
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Schools

North End Elementary
1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
St Vincent School
2 miles, NW • 1 star
Bishop Connolly High School
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
James Tansey
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Bristol Community College
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Rob Roy Academy-Fall River
4 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Southcoast Hospitals Group
3 miles, W • 2.3 star
Saint Anne's Hospital
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Martha's Vineyard Airport
34 miles, SE • 1 star
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