Central Falls, RI vs Westerly, RI

Central Falls is moderately more affordable than Westerly, with a 11.3% lower cost of living index. Central Falls scores 94 compared to 106 for Westerly, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Westerly can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Central Falls is $1,118/month compared to $1,243/month in Westerly — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Central Falls is more affordable at $300,500 median vs $400,200.

Median household income in Central Falls is $45,921 compared to $82,333 in Westerly (-44.2%). While Westerly is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Central Falls spend roughly 29.2% of their income on rent, more than the 18.1% in Westerly.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.1°F vs 52.5°F). Central Falls receives more rainfall at 47.5" per year compared to 42.8" in Westerly.