Ashaway, RI vs Charlestown, RI

Ashaway is moderately more affordable than Charlestown, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Ashaway scores 101 compared to 117 for Charlestown, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Charlestown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashaway is $1,318/month compared to $1,216/month in Charlestown — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Charlestown has cheaper rent, Ashaway actually has lower median home values ($305,600 vs $545,800).

Median household income in Ashaway is $101,165 compared to $113,281 in Charlestown (-10.7%). The higher salaries in Charlestown partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashaway spend roughly 15.6% of their income on rent, more than the 12.9% in Charlestown.

Climate-wise, Ashaway is notably warmer with an average of 52.5°F compared to 49.2°F in Charlestown. Charlestown receives more rainfall at 51.6" per year compared to 42.8" in Ashaway.