Question 1

Is Lincoln, RI or Smithfield, RI cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Smithfield, RI is cheaper. The median home price in Lincoln, RI is approximately $398,600 and in Smithfield, RI it is approximately $364,000 — a difference of $34,600.

Question 2

Is Lincoln, RI or Smithfield, RI safer?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Is Lincoln, RI or Smithfield, RI more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Smithfield, RI is more walkable. Lincoln, RI has a Walk Score of N/A/100 and Smithfield, RI has a Walk Score of 7/100.

Question 4

Which has better schools, Lincoln, RI or Smithfield, RI?

Accepted Answer

Lincoln, RI has higher-rated schools. Lincoln, RI has a school rating of 6.5/10 and Smithfield, RI has a rating of 6.4/10.

Question 5

Should I live in Lincoln, RI or Smithfield, RI?

Accepted Answer

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

Category	Lincoln, RI	Smithfield, RI
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Settle here
Median Price	$399K	$364K ✓ Lower price
Median Rent	$1K	$930 ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$111K ✓ Higher income	$95K
Price Volatility	Moderate	Low ✓ More stable
Getting Around
Walk Score	Car-dependent	7/100 ✓ More walkable
Transit Score	Minimal transit	Minimal transit
Bike Score	N/A	N/A
Commute	20 min	20 min ✓ Shorter commute
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+	A ✓ Safer
Violent Crime	Moderate	Low ✓ Lower risk
Property Crime	Moderate	Low ✓ Lower risk
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Good	Good
Community
Schools	6.5/10 ✓ Better schools	6.4/10
Best for	FamiliesCommutersPet owners	suburban familiesbudget-conscious homebuyersremote workers

Lincoln, RI vs Smithfield, RI

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