Central Falls

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TOTAL POPULATION
19,429

TOTAL HOUSEHOLDS
6,121

20%
OWN

80%
RENT

Spotlight

ProJo: R.I. eyes economic incentive offered in controversial federal tax law

RI’s Democratic elected leaders, many of whom opposed the $1.5-trillion tax-cut bill passed by congressional Republicans earlier this year, are hoping a program within it will help jump-start the Blackstone Valley economy.

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Headlines

The Center Square: McKee announces $5 million to address Rhode Island blight

Central Falls Housing Summit

HUD: Media Advisory: HUD, Senator Reed to Announce Major Funding to Protect RI Children from Lead and Other Home Hazards

PBN: R.I. Housing awards $200K to financial counseling, homeownership programs

ConvergenceRI: Of the community, by the community, for the community

By the Numbers

Single Family Homes

MEDIAN HOME PRICE $147,450
$49,388 Income needed to afford this	51% Cost burdened homeowners

Rental Properties

AVE. 2-BEDROOM RENT $1,436/mo.
$57,440 Income needed to afford this	57% Cost burdened renters

Did You Know?

1824

In 1824, Stephen Jenks suggested the name Central Falls.

A household is cost burdened if it spends more than 30% of its income on housing costs.

Additional Information & Resources

RI.gov

The state's website offers information about each of Rhode Island's 39 municipalities. To get to know Central Falls, click here .

Comprehensive Plan

Interested in learning about Central Falls' vision for the future? Check out the city's comprehensive plan here.

Resources

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