West Greenwich Town, RI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
6,598 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
85.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$137,485 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$500,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$788 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,970 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent 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

Kent County
3
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Rhode Island
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 9 29
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 5 5 38
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 2 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 7 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%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, RI State Senate District 21, RI State House District 29, RI
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Schools

The Greene School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Exeter-West Greenwich Reg Jr
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Exeter-West Greenwich Regional
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Community College of Rhode Island
11 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Rhode Island
12 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Kent County Memorial Hospital
11 miles, E • 2.3 star
South County Hospital Inc
16 miles, S • 5 star
Rhode Island Hospital
18 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
46 miles, N • 1 star
Martha's Vineyard Airport
56 miles, SE • 1 star
Bradley International Airport
57 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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