Warwick

Warwick, Rhode Island Overview

Warwick scores 61.6/100 overall (A), ranking #8 of 20 cities in Rhode Island — below the state composite of 69.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 93/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 37/100.

Income & Employment in Warwick

The median household income in Warwick is $86,193, 5% above the statewide median of $81,800. The local unemployment rate of 3.9% is lower than the state’s 4.3%. Population grew 0.4% recently.

Safety in Warwick

Warwick’s violent crime rate of 70.8 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 1236.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Warwick

Warwick 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 $322,000. Median monthly rent is $1,299. Renters spend 18.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Warwick

The adult obesity rate in Warwick is 33% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.1%. Residents report an average of 15.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Rhode Island ranks #13 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Warwick

Warwick has a high school graduation rate of 86%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $23,182 per student, well above the national median. The city has 18 public schools serving 7,771 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Warwick

The annual average temperature in Warwick is 53.1°F. Summers average 69.7°F. Winters average 37.9°F. Precipitation is abundant at 56.5 inches per year.

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