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Cranston, RI vs Pawtucket, RI
Cranston, RI vs Pawtucket, RI: What the data shows
Cranston, RI is in Cranston, RI while Pawtucket, RI is in Pawtucket, RI — both in the same state. On home prices, Pawtucket, RI is the more affordable option at $268,100 median — $7,100 less than Cranston, RI's $275,200. WYLT rates Cranston, RI as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Pawtucket, RI as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Cranston, RI has the stronger safety profile of the two. Cranston, RI has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Pawtucket, RI has High violent crime and High property crime. On environmental risk, Cranston, RI has Low flood risk and Pawtucket, RI has Low flood risk.
Cranston, RI is the more walkable neighborhood. Cranston, RI scores 37/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Pawtucket, RI's 23/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Cranston, RI rates 6.6/10 and Pawtucket, RI rates 6.6/10.
| Category | Cranston, RI | Pawtucket, RI |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $275K | $268K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $87K ✓ Higher income | $54K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 37/100 ✓ More walkable | 23/100 |
| Transit Score | 37/100 | 44/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A |
| Commute | 25 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ ✓ Safer | F |
| Violent Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Property Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 |
| Best for | familiesfirst‑time homebuyerscommuters to Providence | budget buyersstudentsyoung professionals |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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