Discover Providence, RI: Scores, Rankings, and Comparisons

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Providence leans liberal and has a Democratic representative in Congress

179,435

Providence Population7

40,540

Median Income6

8.9

Unemployment Rate17

Travel Connectivity

94
- Airports
  
  6
- Train stations
  
  12
Local Transportation

77
- Walkability score10
  
  78
- Bikeability score10
  
  62
- Transit score10
  
  48
- Commute via public transit17
  
  6.3 %
- Commute via walking17
  
  10.0 %
- Commutes via driving solo17
  
  63.5 %
- Commute time (avg)17
  
  23.2 minutes
Taxes

76
- City income tax
  
  0.0 % (for median earners)
- City income tax
  
  0.0 % (for high earners)
- State income tax16
  
  2.5 % (for median earners)
- State income tax16
  
  3.9 % (for high earners)
- City sales tax
  
  0.0 %
- State sales tax20
  
  7.0 %
- Property tax21
  
  1.7 %
- Vehicle tax21
  
  3.5 %
Internet Connectivity

69
- Access to 25+ mbps wired broadband24
  
  98.5 %
- Access to 100+ mbps broadband24
  
  98.5 %
- Average download speed24
  
  77 mpbs
- Households with broadband25
  
  75.9 %
Outdoor Activities

66
- Beaches9
  
  29
- Parks15
  
  57
- Ski resorts
  
  4
Air Quality

65
- Unhealthy air quality
  
  0 days per year
- Unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups13
  
  1 days per year
- High PM2.5 pollution13
  
  36 days per year
- High ozone13
  
  199 days per year
Healthcare

63
- Hospitals (<50 miles)2
  
  55
- Hospital rating (avg)2
  
  2.95 / 5
- 5-star hospitals2
  
  5
- 5-star hospitals (%)2
  
  13.5 %
- 5-star hospital (nearest)
  
  23.2 miles from city center
Diversity

58
- White or Middle Eastern7
  
  33.5 %
- Black7
  
  13.3 %
- Asian7
  
  6.1 %
- Hispanic7
  
  43.0 %
Safety

55
- Property crimes1
  
  3,164.9 per 100,000 residents
- Violent crimes1
  
  456.4 per 100,000 residents
Home Pricing

52
- Median home value5
  
  $250,197
- Median home value (sq ft)12
  
  $332
- Median rent price12
  
  $2,100
Climate

46
- Sunny days3
  
  57 days
- Rainy days11
  
  125 days
- Hot days11
  
  10 days
- Cold days11
  
  114 days
- Average humidity11
  
  65 %
- Average wind speed11
  
  9 mph
- Annual snowfall11
  
  36 inches
- Temperature in January11
  
  29 °F
- Temperature in July11
  
  74 °F
- Wildfire risk23
  
  Low
- Hurricane risk23
  
  High
- Tornado risk23
  
  Low
- Earthquake risk23
  
  Low
- Flood risk23
  
  High
Attractions

40
- Restaurants8
  
  65.9 per 100,000 residents
- Bars8
  
  16.4 per 100,000 households
- Performing arts centers8
  
  64.2 per 100,000 households
- Museums8
  
  2.5 per 100,000 households
- Music venues18
  
  23
- Historical sites
  
  1
- Golf courses19
  
  7
- Wineries
  
  3
- Casinos22
  
  15
Economy

23
- Income6
  
  $25,786
- Income (full-time)6
  
  $40,540
- Income ($100,000 or more)6
  
  11.0 %
- Income ($25,000 and less)6
  
  21.3 %
- Income growth (1-year)6
  
  1.3 %
- Income growth (10-year)6
  
  14.0 %
- Employment rate17
  
  91.1 %
- Employment rate (full-time)6
  
  35.9 %
- Employment rate growth (1-year)17
  
  -0.5 %
- Employment rate growth (10-year)17
  
  4.0 %
- Population growth (1-year)7
  
  -0.0 %
- Population growth (10-year)7
  
  0.6 %
Education

10
- Public schools rated 8+4
  
  1
- Public schools rated 8+ (%)4
  
  1.5 %
- High schools in top 25%14
  
  1
- High schools in top 25% (%)14
  
  5.0 %
- Top rated public high school14
  
  Classical High School
- Top rated public high school (national rank)14
  
  132

Providence's aged 15- to 19-years old saw the steapest decline since 2010, falling by 21%, whereas the average population in that segment only declined by 4%

Age

30.0

Median Age7

0.6

Population Growth Since 20107

Proportion of Population by Age Group vs. United States average7

Providence residents are predominantly Hispanic/Puerto Rican and the city is becoming less diverse as the Hispanic community has grown by 13.4% since 2010, while the white community, 2nd largest in the city, has shrunk by 29.9%

Race

72.7

Rhode Island Population, White7

61.1

United States population, White7

Population Distribution by Race/Ethnicity7

Providence has cold winters and rarely gets very hot. The temperature reaches 90°F or above only 10 days per year with an average temperature in January of 29°F

Weather

Chance of Rain11

Chance of Sunshine3

Average Temperature36

The average home value in Providence increased by 40% since 2010 which is 3% lower than the national average and 15% higher than the state average

Rent

2,100

Monthly Average12

Renters37

Average Home Value5

Providence is a slightly high tax location with income tax 27% lower than the national average and sales tax near the national average, but property tax 49% higher than the national average.

Other

1.66

Property Tax21

7.0

Sales Tax20

3.46

Vehicle Tax21

Effective Income Tax Rate at Various Income Levels (Married, Filing Jointly)38

Providence has a very low employment rate of 91% which is 3% lower than the national average. The largest employers are Textron and Citizens Financial Group

Income

21.3

<$25,0006

11.0

$100,000+6

Distribution by Industry17

Providence leans liberal and has a Democratic representative in Congress

2016 Presidential Election Results39

Representatives

Mayor28	Jorge Elorza Democratic
House of Representative28	Jim Langevin Democratic

The nearest 5-star hospital, Newport Hospital, is 23.2 miles from the center of Providence, the nearest Veterans Affairs medical center, Providence VA Medical Center, is 0.4 miles away, and the nearest top-rated hospital for cancer care, Rhode Island Hospital, is 1.1 miles away

Medicare-Rated Hospitals (<50 Miles)2

Is Marijuana Legal?

Medical29	Yes
Decriminalized29	Yes, but small fine for possession up to an ounce

In Rhode Island, 13.9% of adults live in a household with at least one gun, which is a marginal decrease from 2000 when 15.3% of adults lived in households with guns

Gun Laws

Yes

Universal Background Checks30

Yes

Permit to Purchase Law30

Property Crimes and Violent Crimes per 100,000 Residents

#91	2019 Best Cities to Live by U.S. News & World Report31
#15	2019 Best Cities for Healthcare by healthgrades32

1	2018 Offenses Known to Law Enforcement \| FBI
2	Medicare-certified hospitals \| Medicare.gov
3	Sunshine - Average Percent of Possible
4	School Rankings & Reviews for Public and Private Schools \| Great Schools
5	Zillow Housing Data
6	2018 Earnings in the Past 12 Months \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
7	2018 Demographic And Housing Estimates \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
8	2017 County Business Patterns \| United States Census
9	Beaches \| Yelp
10	2020 City & Neighborhood Scores \| Walk Score
11	Comparative Climatic Data \| National Centers for Environmental Information
12	United States Home Prices & Home Values
13	AirData \| United States Environmental Protection Agency
14	Best High Schools in the US \| U.S. News & World Report's
15	Parks \| Yelp
16	State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets for 2020 \| Tax Foundation
17	2018 Economic Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
18	Music Venues \| Yelp
19	Golf Courses \| Yelp
20	2020 State and Local Sales Tax Rates \| Tax Foundation
21	2020 Property and Vehicle Taxes by State \| WalletHub
22	Casinos \| Yelp
23	Natural Center for Disaster Preparedness \| Columbia University
24	Internet Service Providers: Availability & Coverage \| Broadband Now
25	2018 Social Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
26	Largest Cities of U.S. States \| Wikipedia
27	Zippia, The Career Expert
28	Who represents me \| Ballotpedia
29	State Policy \| Marijuana Policy Project
30	State-Level Estimates of Household Firearm Ownership \| The RAND Corporation
31	2019 Best Cities to Live \| U.S. News & World Report
32	National Health Index
33	2010 Demographic And Housing Estimates \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
34	Elevations and Distances \| U.S. Geological Survey Publications Repository
35	Normal Precipitation, Inches
36	Normal Daily Minimum Temperature, °F
37	2018 Selected Housing Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
38	Federal Income Tax Calculator \| smartasset
39	2016 Presidential Election Results \| Politico

Providence, RI

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