Charlestown, RI is a city in the Providence metropolitan area. It has a population of approximately 7,800 and is located along the Pawcatuck River. The cost of living in Charlestown is slightly higher than the national average with 2 bedroom rent averaging about $1,670 compared to $1,430 for the US average. Grocery costs are 8% higher in Charlestown at 108 versus 100 for the US index. The city offers many local businesses such as Green Valley Country Club, Charlestown Beach State Park, and several restaurants including Ocean House and The Anvil Pub & Grille. Residents also enjoy shopping at Quail Hollow Farm Gift Shop and Congdon's Doughnuts.
Charlestown has an unemployment rate of 8.6%. The US average is 6.0%.
Charlestown has seen the job market decrease by -8.8% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 30.2%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Charlestown
- The Sales Tax Rate for Charlestown is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Charlestown is 3.8%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Charlestown
- The average income of a Charlestown resident is $50,086 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Charlestown resident is $86,023 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.