Question 1

Is Lincoln, RI or North Kingstown, RI cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Lincoln, RI is cheaper. The median home price in Lincoln, RI is approximately $398,600 and in North Kingstown, RI it is approximately $419,400 — a difference of $20,800.

Question 2

Is Lincoln, RI or North Kingstown, RI safer?

Accepted Answer

North Kingstown, RI scores higher on safety. Lincoln, RI has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate. North Kingstown, RI has violent crime rated Low and property crime rated Moderate.

Question 3

Is Lincoln, RI or North Kingstown, RI more walkable?

Accepted Answer

North Kingstown, RI is more walkable. Lincoln, RI has a Walk Score of N/A/100 and North Kingstown, RI has a Walk Score of 11/100.

Question 4

Which has better schools, Lincoln, RI or North Kingstown, RI?

Accepted Answer

North Kingstown, RI has higher-rated schools. Lincoln, RI has a school rating of 6.5/10 and North Kingstown, RI has a rating of 6.6/10.

Question 5

Should I live in Lincoln, RI or North Kingstown, RI?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Lincoln, RI	North Kingstown, RI
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Think twice
Median Price	$399K ✓ Lower price	$419K
Median Rent	$1K	$1K ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$111K ✓ Higher income	$104K
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	Car-dependent	11/100 ✓ More walkable
Transit Score	Minimal transit	26/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	N/A	N/A
Commute	20 min ✓ Shorter commute	45 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+	B ✓ Safer
Violent Crime	Moderate	Low ✓ Lower risk
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Good ✓ Cleaner air	Moderate
Community
Schools	6.5/10	6.6/10 ✓ Better schools
Best for	FamiliesCommutersPet owners	Suburban familiesRetirees looking for quietRemote workers with car access

Lincoln, RI vs North Kingstown, RI

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