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Pawtucket, RI
Pawtucket · Providence County · RI 02860
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$336K
Median Price
72/100
Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
FSafety
18/100
B-Schools
72/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
B-Walkability
72/100
WYLT Score58/100
Our Take
Pawtucket offers affordable housing but the city feels car‑dependent and the crime profile is concerning. It may suit someone on a tight budget, but for families or those valuing safety and walkability it’s a tougher fit.
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The Good
- ✓Median home price ($268,100) is well below the Rhode Island average.
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X).
- ✓Reasonable rental market – median rent just over $1,000.
- ✓Local food scene has unique spots like Hangry Kitchen.
Real Talk
- !Median household income ($54,462) is lower than the state average, reflecting limited local job growth.
- !Crime rates in Pawtucket are above state averages, especially for property crime.
- !Walk score of 23 means almost all errands require a car.
- !Air quality is only moderate due to nearby industrial activity.
- $Higher property taxes compared to nearby suburbs.
- $Potential maintenance costs for older housing stock.
- $Parking fees in downtown or near transit hubs.
Best For
budget buyersstudentsyoung professionalsfamilies seeking affordability
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Pawtucket, RI
F
Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% 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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