Pascoag, RI

Rhode Island · Metropolitan Area

Pascoag is a small town in Rhode Island with a population of 4,081. Residents earn $101,359 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,081 Population 805/sq mi density
$101,359 Median Income $41,222 per capita
$335,400 Home Value
$1,181 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$101,359 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$335,400 home value, $1,181/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,359
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $335,400
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,181
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,081
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density805/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$101,359
Per Capita$41,222
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$46,727M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$335,400
Rent$1,181
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain53.8 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+91.8%
School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute31 min
Libraries39

Is Pascoag a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pascoag receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pascoag stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pascoag is $101,359, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Pascoag among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pascoag is $335,400, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,181 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pascoag experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches, including 62.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Pascoag has a population of 4,081 with a density of 805 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%).

Population

4,081
Total Population
805
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pascoag vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.7%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.3%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pascoag vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pascoag is $101,359, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Pascoag vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,359
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,222
Avg Weekly Wage$1,324
IRS Avg AGI$70,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% 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 Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pascoag is $335,400, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,181 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,400
19% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,181
2% above 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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,051
73% above US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Pascoag, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pascoag vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma13.0%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate81.7%
Premature Death7,036/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pascoag has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.8 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall62.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density805/sq mi
Coordinates41.9538°N, 71.7044°W
County FIPS44007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below 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+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score6.33
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density805/sq mi
Total Area5.1 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 Commute31.4 min
Work from Home5.0%

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