East Providence

East Providence, Rhode Island Overview

East Providence scores 59.7/100 overall (B+), ranking #14 of 20 cities in Rhode Island — below the state composite of 69.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 94/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 37/100.

Income & Employment in East Providence

The median household income in East Providence is $79,660, 3% below the statewide median of $81,800. The local unemployment rate of 4.4% is higher than the state’s 4.3%. Population grew 1.3% recently.

Safety in East Providence

East Providence’s violent crime rate of 94.3 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 900.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in East Providence

East Providence 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 $322,100. Median monthly rent is $1,262. Renters spend 19.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in East Providence

The adult obesity rate in East Providence is 32.4% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.7%. Residents report an average of 17.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Rhode Island ranks #13 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in East Providence

East Providence has a high school graduation rate of 85%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $19,096 per student, well above the national median. The city has 7 public schools serving 3,495 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in East Providence

The annual average temperature in East Providence is 53°F. Summers average 69.7°F. Winters average 37.6°F. Precipitation is abundant at 56.1 inches per year.

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