Question 1

Is Lincoln, RI or South 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 South Kingstown, RI it is approximately $468,300 — a difference of $69,700.

Question 2

Is Lincoln, RI or South Kingstown, RI safer?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Lincoln, RI has higher-rated schools. Lincoln, RI has a school rating of 6.5/10 and South Kingstown, RI has a rating of 5.4/10.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Category	Lincoln, RI	South Kingstown, RI
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Good for now
Median Price	$399K ✓ Lower price	$468K
Median Rent	$1K ✓ Lower rent	$1K
Median Income	$111K	$112K ✓ Higher income
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	Car-dependent	Car-dependent
Transit Score	Minimal transit	2/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	N/A	1/100 ✓ More bikeable
Commute	20 min ✓ Shorter commute	30 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	Good
Community
Schools	6.5/10 ✓ Better schools	5.4/10
Best for	FamiliesCommutersPet owners	Families with kidsRetirees seeking quietProfessionals who drive to work

Lincoln, RI vs South Kingstown, RI

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