Central Falls, RI vs South Gate, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Central Falls
71.2
#1004 nationally
South Gate
62.6
#1845 nationally
Central Falls leads in crime level (8.9 vs 14.4). South Gate leads in median household income ($67,188 vs $43,092). Central Falls leads in cost of living index (103 vs 144).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central Falls, RI | South Gate, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.2 (#1004) | 62.6 (#1845) |
| Population | 22,543 | 90,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $383,271 | $702,198 |
| Median Household Income | $43,092 | $67,188 |
| Average Commute | 24.3 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 81 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 8.9 | 14.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 144 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.4 | D+32.9 |
C-
71.2 Score
Central Falls, RI
Small Rhode Island city with local appeal
Median Home
$383,271
Population
22,543
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
81
Northeast
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D-
62.6 Score
South Gate, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$702,198
Population
90,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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