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Fall River, MA
Fall River · Bristol County · MA 02720
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$336K
Median Price
15/100
Walk Score
7.3/10
Schools
66 min
to Boston, MA
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
FSafety
38/100
BSchools
73/100
D+Quietness
50/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
15/100
WYLT Score43/100
Our Take
Fall River offers a lower cost of living than Boston and decent schools, but its walkability is almost nonexistent and the commute takes over an hour. The high home price relative to local income and moderate crime rates mean you should weigh the trade‑offs carefully.
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The Good
- ✓Decent school ratings with many public options
- ✓Affordability compared to Boston
- ✓Shorter commute for some Boston workers (66 min)
- ✓Moderate crime levels for a coastal town
Real Talk
- !High home price relative to median household income
- !Very low walkability and limited public transit
- !Commute to Boston exceeds an hour
- !Property crime is a concern
- $Car ownership expenses (gas, insurance, parking)
- $Higher property taxes due to older homes
- $Potential utility costs from older infrastructure
Best For
First‑time homebuyers looking for affordabilityCommuters to Boston who are okay with a carFamilies seeking decent public schoolsPeople who prefer a coastal lifestyle over urban density
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Fall River, MA
F
Safety grade
Safety score38 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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