Melville, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,840 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
91.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
63.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,393 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
37.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$536,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$918 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,477 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
3.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 9 29
Feb 4 9 32
Mar 5 5 38
Apr 5 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 71
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 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, RI State Senate District 12, RI State House District 74, RI
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Schools

Portsmouth Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Melville School
2 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Salve Regina University
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
Roger Williams University
7 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Newport Hospital
4 miles, SW • 5 star
Saint Anne's Hospital
12 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Southcoast Hospitals Group
13 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Martha's Vineyard Airport
37 miles, SE • 1 star
Worcester Regional Airport
57 miles, N • 1 star
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