Narragansett Town, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
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
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
14,540 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
62.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,777 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$665,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$943 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,541 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.0% 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 52
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 38% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 7%

Schools

Ocean Tides School
1 miles, E 1 star
Narragansett Pier School
2 miles, NE 2.3 star
Narragansett High School
2 miles, NE 4.1 star
Narragansett Elementary
3 miles, NE 3.7 star

Colleges

University of Rhode Island
6 miles, N 3.2 star
Salve Regina University
11 miles, E 3.2 star
New England Institute of Technology
18 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

South County Hospital Inc
2 miles, N 5 star
Newport Hospital
12 miles, E 5 star
Westerly Hospital
18 miles, W 4.1 star
Kent County Memorial Hospital
21 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Theodore Francis Green State Airport
23 miles, NE 2.3 star
Martha's Vineyard Airport
45 miles, SE 1 star
Worcester Regional Airport
63 miles, N 1 star