Charlestown 69 Good
Charlestown Livability #18 ranked city in Rhode Island#8,043 ranked city in the USARanks better than 72% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Charlestown

PROS
  • Crime

    With a lower than average crime rate per 100,000 people, this area could be considered a very safe place to live. Crime rates are based on both violent and property crimes.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Health & Safety

    A high score in the health and safety category is a result of good air quality and the accessibility to health facilities such as hospitals, clinics, doctors, pharmacies and fire stations.

  • Schools

    High test scores, elevated graduation rates as well as the conveniently located elementary and high schools in this area have all contributed to the high score in the schools category.

  • Ratings

    Local residents have positive things to say about the proximity of restaurants, grocery stores, parks, public transit, friendliness of neighbors, sense of community and overall safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Cost Of Living

    Based on the most recent cost of living data, this area is more expensive to live in. You can expect to pay more for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries and utilities.

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      Charlestown transportation information

      Statistic Charlestown Rhode Island National
      Average one way commute39min24min26min
      Workers who drive to work83.2%79.8%76.4%
      Workers who carpool7.6%8.5%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit2.4%2.8%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.4%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%3.8%2.8%
      Working from home6.8%3.7%4.6%
      Source: The Charlestown, RI data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).