Central Falls

Central Falls, Rhode Island Overview

Central Falls faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (46.9/100) and ranking #20 of 20 cities in Rhode Island. Even so, the city scores 73/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 19/100.

Income & Employment in Central Falls

Central Falls’s median income of $45,921 is 44% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 5%.

Safety in Central Falls

Central Falls’s violent crime rate of 430.5 per 100,000 runs above the Rhode Island average of 154. The property crime rate is 963 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Central Falls

The median home value is $300,500. Median monthly rent is $1,118. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Central Falls

The adult obesity rate in Central Falls is 41.3%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 15.5%. Residents report an average of 22.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Rhode Island ranks #13 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Central Falls

Central Falls has a high school graduation rate of 75.5%. The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $21,441 per student, well above the national median. The city has 10 public schools serving 3,747 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Central Falls

The annual average temperature in Central Falls is 53°F. Summers average 69.6°F. Winters average 37.5°F. Precipitation is abundant at 56.1 inches per year.

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