Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 20% of Residents
Under 20
14%
Over 65
30%
Narragansett, RI
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,425
Population
18,114
Renter Mix
32% Rent
This historic beach town offers the best of New England
Coastal
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Beaches
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Historic
Wedged between the Narrow River and the Atlantic Ocean, Narragansett provides that laidback, beach town atmosphere wrapped in New England charm. The town itself is adorable, complete with cozy cottages and a terrific shopping area along South Pier Road and Point Judith Road. It has that historic charm, as well, with a history that began around 1723, when it was still part of South Kingstown. In 1888 it separated from the larger city and became a town in 1901.
But cozy atmosphere and history aside, here it’s all about the beaches. Narragansett’s population doubles during the summer months, with visitors seeking the town’s beautiful strip of beaches. The 60-acre Scarborough State Beach includes an observation tower and a boardwalk, Roger W. Wheeler State Beach includes a playground and a pavilion, and Salty Brine State Beach has a “green” pavilion complete with a wind turbine and solar panels along with a concession stand.
Judith Point Lighthouse, a historic lighthouse built in 1857, is also a popular attraction with panoramic views. Other historic landmarks include the Towers, built in 1883 as part of the Narragansett Casino. While the casino was destroyed by fire in 1900, the towers survived and are now part of the Tower Historic District. Other historic buildings include the Greene Inn, which was built in 1887, and Dunmere, a historic estate built in 1883.
If your day at the beach leaves you hungry, Narragansett is home to Aunt Carrie’s. Operating for nearly 100 years – and the inventor of the clam cake – Aunt Carrie’s is one of the top 12 best lobster shacks in New England. Looking for something a little more beefy – or vegan? Then head to the nationally-recognized Crazy Burger for a variety of burgers, great breakfast options, and a juice bar.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$81,182
Average: $115,794
Education
8,793
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
8,383
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Narragansett has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
43%
Other Education
57%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Narragansett, RI is $2,257 for a studio, $1,425 for one bedroom, and $3,046 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Narragansett has increased by 2.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,425/month
520 Sq Ft
House
$3,505/month
1,494 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Narragansett, RI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
348 Students
Narragansett Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
348 Students
Public
Grades K-8
268 Students
Public
Grades K-8
268 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
381 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Scarborough Beach Complex
- Fishermans Memorial State Park
- Salty Brine State Beach
- South County Museum
- East Matunuck State Beach
Airports
- Rhode Island Tf Green International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.