What are the hidden costs of living in North Kingstown?

High property taxes and insurance Car maintenance and fuel expenses Limited dining options may increase food costs Utility costs can be higher due to suburban heating needs

What is the median home price in North Kingstown?

The median home price in North Kingstown is approximately $419,400.

Is North Kingstown walkable?

North Kingstown has a Walk Score of 11 out of 100. Most errands require a car.

North Kingstown, RI

Updated May 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$419K

Median Price

11/100

Walk Score

6.6/10

Schools

45 min

to Providence

Score Breakdown

FWalkability

11/100

CAffordability

63/100

CSchools

66/100

B-Commute

70/100

BSafety

78/100

B+Quietness

80/100

WYLT Score61/100

Our Take

North Kingstown is a quiet, family‑friendly suburb with decent incomes and a solid school system, but it’s car‑dependent, offers very little public transit or walkable amenities, and has higher housing costs relative to income. If you’re okay with driving and value a quiet suburban feel, it could work, but you’ll need to budget for transportation and potential industrial noise.

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The Good

✓Strong public schools with high ratings
✓Median income above state average
✓Low flood risk
✓Quiet, family‑friendly environment

Real Talk

!Walkability score of 11 means almost all errands need a car
!Limited public transit and no bike infrastructure
!Housing cost to income ratio (~4) is on the high side
!Potential industrial development could affect air quality and noise
$High property taxes and insurance
$Car maintenance and fuel expenses
$Limited dining options may increase food costs
$Utility costs can be higher due to suburban heating needs

Best For

Suburban familiesRetirees looking for quietRemote workers with car accessProfessionals earning above state medianPeople who prefer a low‑risk flood area

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeLow

Property crimeModerate

Air qualityModerate

Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

North Kingstown, RI

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

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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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