Woonsocket

Woonsocket, Rhode Island Overview

Woonsocket faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (49.6/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Rhode Island. Even so, the city scores 68/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 29/100.

Income & Employment in Woonsocket

Woonsocket’s median income of $58,614 is 28% below the state median, but positive population growth of 2.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 5.5%.

Safety in Woonsocket

Woonsocket’s violent crime rate of 432.8 per 100,000 runs above the Rhode Island average of 154. The property crime rate is 1608 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Woonsocket

Woonsocket 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 $268,000. Median monthly rent is $1,116. Renters spend 22.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Woonsocket

The adult obesity rate in Woonsocket is 36%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13%. Residents report an average of 20.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Rhode Island ranks #13 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Woonsocket

The high school graduation rate in Woonsocket is 74.3%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $19,269 per student, well above the national median. The city has 12 public schools serving 6,242 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Woonsocket

The annual average temperature in Woonsocket is 52.1°F. Summers average 69.3°F. Winters average 36.1°F. Precipitation is abundant at 57.5 inches per year.

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