Portsmouth Town, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
17,740 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$119,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$536,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,059 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,458 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 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 8 29
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 4 4 38
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 4 7 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, RI State Senate District 11, RI State House District 72, RI
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Schools

Melville School
1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Portsmouth High School
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
Portsmouth Middle School
3 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Roger Williams University
4 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Salve Regina University
8 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Newport Hospital
7 miles, SW • 5 star
Saint Anne's Hospital
9 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Southcoast Hospitals Group
11 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Martha's Vineyard Airport
37 miles, SE • 1 star
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