Cranston

Cranston, Rhode Island Overview

Cranston scores 61.3/100 overall (A), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Rhode Island — below the state composite of 69.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 91/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 37/100.

Income & Employment in Cranston

The median household income in Cranston is $92,795, 13% above the statewide median of $81,800. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is matching the state’s 4.3%. Population grew 1.2% recently.

Safety in Cranston

Cranston’s violent crime rate of 117.6 per 100,000 is well below both the Rhode Island rate of 154 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1143.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Cranston

Cranston has a cost of living index of 100.9 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $348,800. Median monthly rent is $1,332. Renters spend 17.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Cranston

The adult obesity rate in Cranston is 31.2% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.7%. Residents report an average of 16.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Rhode Island ranks #13 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Cranston

Cranston has a high school graduation rate of 85%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $18,766 per student, well above the national median. The city has 23 public schools serving 10,765 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Cranston

The annual average temperature in Cranston is 53.1°F. Summers average 69.6°F. Winters average 37.8°F. Precipitation is abundant at 56.6 inches per year.

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