Cumberland Hill, RI

Rhode Island · Metropolitan Area

Cumberland Hill is a small city in Rhode Island with a population of 8,638. Residents earn $131,006 per year, which is 74% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
8,638 Population 2,716/sq mi density
$131,006 Median Income $52,209 per capita
$362,700 Home Value
$974 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$131,006 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$362,700 home value, $974/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $131,006
74% higher than US avg
Home Value $362,700
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.8%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $974
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

How Cumberland Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population8,638
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2,716/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$131,006
Per Capita$52,209
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$46,727M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$362,700
Rent$974
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation320 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.8%
High School+94.3%
School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute25 min
Libraries39

Is Cumberland Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cumberland Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Cumberland Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cumberland Hill is $131,006, which is significantly higher than the national average — 74% above $75,149. This places Cumberland Hill among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cumberland Hill is $362,700, 29% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $974 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cumberland Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Cumberland Hill has a population of 8,638 with a density of 2,716 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

8,638
Total Population
2,716
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cumberland Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.6%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.4%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cumberland Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cumberland Hill is $131,006, which is 74% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Cumberland Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$131,006
74% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,209
Avg Weekly Wage$1,324
IRS Avg AGI$70,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)24,426
County GDP$46,727M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,793
Healthcare1,850
Retail1,923
Manufacturing769

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,051
73% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cumberland Hill is $362,700, 29% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $974 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$362,700
29% above US avg
Median List Price$494,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$494,450
$/Sq Ft$242
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio101.0%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$974
16% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,325
1 Bedroom$1,394
2 Bedrooms$1,727
3 Bedrooms$2,099
4 Bedrooms$2,449

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,051
73% above US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
In Cumberland Hill, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cumberland Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma12.1%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate82.6%
Premature Death7,036/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access98.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,850

Crime Rates: Cumberland Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cumberland Hill has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation320 ft (98 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density2,716/sq mi
Coordinates41.9750°N, 71.4600°W
County FIPS44007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.7%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 14.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.8%
39% above US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score6.33
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,716/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries39
Healthcare Facilities1,850
Restaurants1,793
Retail Stores1,923

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home8.8%

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