Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Central Falls

Affordability in Central Falls, RI

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Central Falls is $1,200, against a median household income of $49,285 per year. With 74% of residents renting their homes, demand for affordable housing options in this city is high.

Central Falls has 6 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties offering a total of 331 units, which can provide meaningful savings compared to market-rate rents in the area.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Central Falls Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 323 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 6 HUD-assisted properties in Central Falls have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Central Falls

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Central Falls scores 81 (Very Walkable), 34 (Some Transit) for transit, and 53 for bikeability. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 11 schools across 4 districts serve Central Falls, including 6 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Central Falls

The median household income in Central Falls is $49,285 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median rent citywide is $1,200 per month, per the same source, which helps illustrate the value that income-restricted housing can provide for eligible renters.

• Median household income: $49,285/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median rent (all units): $1,200/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 74% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

With nearly three in four households renting, Central Falls has a strong renter community. Income-based housing in the city -- which includes 331 assisted units across 6 properties -- can offer rents below the citywide median for those who qualify.

Environment and Flood Risk

All 6 HUD-assisted properties in Central Falls have been mapped for flood zone exposure, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Flood risk is not a significant concern for the affordable housing stock tracked here.