Kingston, RI
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
6,953
332.4M (US)
Median Age
19.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
82.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$82,143
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$493,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$732
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,208
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 53 |
| 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 55% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.
Liberal (56%) (37%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 36%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, RI State Senate District 37, RI State House District 33, RISchools
South Kingstown Integrated Pre
<1 miles, SW
Curtis Corner Middle School
<1 miles, S
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1.9
West Kingston School
1 miles, NW
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2.3
The Compass School
2 miles, NE
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3.2
Colleges
University of Rhode Island
<1 miles, N
•
3.2
IYRS School of Technology & Trades
11 miles, E
Salve Regina University
12 miles, SE
•
3.2
New England Institute of Technology
13 miles, NE
•
1.9
Hospitals
South County Hospital Inc
3 miles, S
•
5
Newport Hospital
11 miles, E
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5
Kent County Memorial Hospital
16 miles, NE
•
2.3
Westerly Hospital
17 miles, W
•
4.1
Airports
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
18 miles, NE
•
2.3
Martha's Vineyard Airport
48 miles, SE
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1
Worcester Regional Airport
58 miles, N
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1
Barnstable Municipal Airport-Boardman-Polando Field
66 miles, E
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1