Jamestown Town, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
5,545 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
68.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$141,442 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$752,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$990 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,754 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Newport County
2
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

Newport County
3
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 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 5 1 44
Dec 4 6 34

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, RI State Senate District 13, RI State House District 74, RI
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Schools

Jamestown School-Melrose
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Jamestown School-Lawn
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Claiborne Pell Elementary
4 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Frank E Thompson Middle
4 miles, SE • 1 star
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Colleges

Salve Regina University
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
University of Rhode Island
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Newport Hospital
4 miles, SE • 5 star
South County Hospital Inc
9 miles, W • 5 star
Kent County Memorial Hospital
14 miles, N • 2.3 star
Saint Anne's Hospital
16 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Martha's Vineyard Airport
40 miles, SE • 1 star
Worcester Regional Airport
58 miles, N • 1 star
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