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Charlestown, Rhode Island

Introduction to Charlestown, Rhode Island

Charlestown, Rhode Island, in Washington county, is 24 miles SW of Warwick, Rhode Island (center to center) and 73 miles SW of Boston, Massachusetts. Part of the surrounding Providence - Fall River - Warwick metro area, the town is not an isolated and is home to some 7,859 residents.

Charlestown History

Charlestown, which was incorporated in 1738, was named in honor of King Charles II. The area that is now Charlestown was initially part of Westerly town but was divided and the area that lies to the north of Pawcatuck River came to be known as Richmond town in 1747. Washington County, in which the town is located, was subjected to conflicting land claims in the late 1650s. These land claims over the Narragansett County were adjudicated by a royal commission under Charles II in 1664.

Charlestown and Nearby Attractions

  • Ninigret Park
  • Foster Cove Archeological Site
  • Smith Castle
  • Commodore Oliver Perry Farm
  • Mystic Aquarium
  • Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum

Things To Do In Charlestown

Roger Williams Park Zoo, Buttonwood Park Zoo, and Capron Park Zoo may be visited, especially with little kids. Other places of interest near Charlestown are Foxwoods Resort & Casino and Fall River Carousel. Scarborough North & South Beaches, Charlestown Breachway, and East Beach are popular places that may be visited. Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge houses varied wildlife including a number of endangered plant and animal species. Recreational opprtunities such as fishing, boating, hunting, birding, hiking, and wildlife viewing are also offered here. Historic sites near the town include Hammersmith Farm, Gilbert Stuart Birthplace, and Touro Synagogue National Historic Site.

Charlestown Transportation

Block Island State Airport is located nearby.

Charlestown Higher Education

University of Rhode Island, Salve Regina University, and Roger Williams University are universities closest to Charlestown.

High Points

Charlestown strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Rhode Island):

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Affordability of Property Taxes
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Top 5%trophyCharlestown Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Charlestown, RI

Comparing Charlestown to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Rhode Island (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Age of the Population99
Male Share of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Men75
Well-Paid Single Women73
Senior Citizens65
Children Under 5 Years Old35
Female Share of the Population32
Racial Diversity23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty86
College Educated Adults86
People in Middle Class or Better75
Median Family Income74

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work89
Working at Home66
Public Transportation Use53
Short Commute Times33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Housing Recently Built910
Affordability of Property Taxes410
People Living Alone33
Affordability of Rents32
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime97
Low Violent Crime74
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