Kent County, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
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
170,658 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,278 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$333,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$845 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,133 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Rhode Island
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Rhode Island
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 9 27
Feb 3 8 30
Mar 5 6 37
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 7 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, RI State Senate District 33, RI State House District 29, RI
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Schools

Coventry High School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Hopkins Hill School
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Alan Shawn Feinstein MS of Cov
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

New England Institute of Technology
4 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Community College of Rhode Island
6 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Kent County Memorial Hospital
6 miles, E • 2.3 star
Rhode Island Hospital
13 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Roger Williams Medical Center
13 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
44 miles, N • 1 star
Martha's Vineyard Airport
54 miles, SE • 1 star
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