Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
| Below Poverty | 21.5% ▲ 115% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.0% ▲ 105% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,280 (12.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,649 (36.3%) |
| Some College | 1,659 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 1,158 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 703 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,593 (15.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,921 ▼ 40% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $300,500 ▲ 8% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,118/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,341 |
| Vacant Units | 854 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Central Falls is a city in Rhode Island, located in Providence County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 22,481 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 31.9 years.
Economically, Central Falls is a working-class community. The median household income of $45,921 is below the national average. Approximately 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 10.0%, more than double the national average.
The real estate market in Central Falls is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $300,500, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,118 per month. At 28.6% owner-occupied, renters make up the majority — common in urban or college-town settings.
The population of Central Falls is less-educated. 22.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is majority Hispanic (69.31%).
Central Falls, RI offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Rhode Island.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02863 | 22,481 | $45,921 | $300,500 | $1,118 | 10.0% | 22.9% | 28.6% |