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Wakefield-Peace Dale, RI
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Wakefield-Peace Dale, RI
At a Glance
How Wakefield-Peace Dale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wakefield-Peace Dale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wakefield-Peace Dale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wakefield-Peace Dale residents earn a median household income of $111,200 , which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,368. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,814 business establishments, including 466 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wakefield-Peace Dale is $464,400 , 65% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $660,841. Median rent is $1,196/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Wakefield-Peace Dale reports 64 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,116/100K.
Education
59.8% of adults in Wakefield-Peace Dale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% above the national average). 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wakefield-Peace Dale has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.