Cranston, Rhode Island

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Edgewood Manor
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Cranston Marina
Cranston Marina

81,073

Population

Sunny Days: 203
46100 Affordability
85100 Schools
46100 Diversity
89100 Safety

The Best Thing About Cranston

Community Investment

Cranston is a city that believes in investing in its residents. Community outreach programs, social welfare services, senior citizen services, childcare services, and many other public amenities are local features. There are publicly funded affordable housing programs, drug addiction rehabilitation programs, and mental health facilities. The Comprehensive Community Action Program is one of the city’s largest employers, allowing residents to earn a living while giving back to their community. In addition, the public parks, historical society, and other local programs that call Cranston home help to further the city’s greatness. If you are looking for a city that enriches the lives of its residents, look no further than Cranston.

The Worst Thing About Cranston

Low Growth

It is generally agreed that the toughest issue facing Cranston is the low growth rate. Cranston is estimated to grow at approximately .01% per year. Newcomers from other parts of Rhode Island are uncommon, and transplants from other states even less so. While it is not without growth, and in fact it surpassed Warwick as Rhode Island’s second largest city in 2017, the city does not expand at a very fast rate and the lack of increasing tax base impacts the financial side of the city as well is the energy the community receives from newcomers. As such, be prepared to live in a small and somewhat insular community if you move to Warwick; if you are someone who prefers a constantly-evolving urban environment, another city might be more to your liking

Lifestyle of Cranston

Punches Above its Weight

Cranston supports a wide variety of lifestyles. It is more urban than other local towns, offering amenities such as an active nightlife and a solid restaurant scene. The historical society offers entertainment for those interested in the Revolutionary War, while the public library and parks department often put on events for families. Common occupations in Cranston include working in the public administration, technology, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, social services, and finance. It is considered an excellent place to raise a family thanks to its high quality schools and very safe streets. It's also a solid place for young urban professionals thanks to the diversity of the economy.

Schools of Cranston

Cranston’s schools are above the state average and rate a B on niche.com. Two of the solid high schools include, Cranston High East and Cranston West, both known for extracurricular and athletic programs, and with West rating a bit higher for academics. Elementary schools such as Orchard Farms exceed state averages in test scores and student performance. In total, the city boasts fifteen elementary schools, four middle schools, and four high schools.

Why You Should Move Here Now?

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Cranston is rated one of the 50 best cities in America and one of the the 50 Best Places to Live for Families in 2023 Fortune rankings. It is selected for its beauty, safety and reasonable costs relative to economic opportunities. What are better endorsements than these?

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Living in Cranston

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Edgewood

Families

Bordering Washington Park and boasting tree-lined streets, Edgewood is one of Cranston’s most desirable neighborhoods. Well-preserved Victorian homes are a prominent local feature, alongside two well-regarded inns. It's a peaceful, walkable neighborhood, perfect for families and college students. It is also home to a marina and two yacht clubs. Edgewood Highland Elementary School serves the neighborhood, and is well-regarded by locals. Average home list price is $326,000, a stellar example of the luxuries Cranston offers at lower prices than much of the rest of the country.