New Shoreham Town, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
829 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,450 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$936,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$856 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,047 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
14.5% 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 3 8 31
Feb 3 8 33
Mar 5 4 38
Apr 4 1 47
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 1 46
Dec 4 5 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 8%

Schools

Block Island School
2 miles, S 3.7 star
Matunuck School
13 miles, NE 2.8 star
Dunn's Corners School
15 miles, N 2.8 star
Ocean Tides School
15 miles, NE 1 star

Colleges

University of Rhode Island
20 miles, NE 3.2 star
Salve Regina University
24 miles, NE 3.2 star
Cortiva Institute-Groton
27 miles, NW 1.4 star

Hospitals

South County Hospital Inc
17 miles, NE 5 star
Westerly Hospital
18 miles, NW 4.1 star
Newport Hospital
25 miles, NE 5 star
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
29 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Theodore Francis Green State Airport
37 miles, NE 2.3 star
Martha's Vineyard Airport
52 miles, E 1 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
68 miles, NW 1 star