Burrillville, RI

Burrillville, RI

Updated May 1, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Burrillville, Harrisville

Good for now

Verdict

$372K

Median Price

Walk Score

5.2/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

FWalkability
0/100
FCommute
15/100
D+Schools
52/100
BSafety
78/100
BAffordability
78/100
B+Quietness
80/100
WYLT Score51/100

Our Take

Burrillville has decent incomes, solid schools and a quiet rural feel, but it’s very car‑dependent with almost no walkability or public transit. If you’re okay with a drive for everything, it can work, but it’s not great for commuters or nightlife seekers.

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The Good

  • High median income relative to home cost
  • Good average school rating for the area
  • Low flood risk and a quiet, rural environment

Real Talk

  • !Walk Score is 0 – you’ll need a car for groceries and errands
  • !Public transit options are nonexistent, limiting commuting flexibility
  • !Nightlife and dining are scarce; most residents head to nearby cities for entertainment
  • $High property taxes in Rhode Island
  • $Potential cost of maintaining a larger, rural home
  • $Commuting expenses if working in Providence or Providence‑area jobs

Best For

Families wanting a quiet school‑friendly environmentRemote workers who don’t need local transitRetirees looking for a peaceful small townHomeowners with a car and a preference for rural living

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Burrillville, RI

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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