Benton, AR vs Cranston, RI
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.
Benton
73.9
#655 nationally
Cranston
73.9
#656 nationally
Cranston leads in crime level (2.5 vs 11.3). Cranston leads in walk score (51 vs 17). Cranston leads in median household income ($83,123 vs $66,868).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benton, AR | Cranston, RI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#655) | 73.9 (#656) |
| Population | 37,558 | 82,635 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $241,204 | $461,969 |
| Median Household Income | $66,868 | $83,123 |
| Average Commute | 22.7 min | 23.9 min |
| Walk Score | 17 | 51 |
| Crime Level | 11.3 | 2.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 114 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+40.1 | D+14.4 |
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73.9 Score
Benton, AR
Small Arkansas city with local appeal
Median Home
$241,204
Population
37,558
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
17
Southwest
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73.9 Score
Cranston, RI
Rhode Island community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$461,969
Population
82,635
Crime
Low
Walk Score
51
Northeast
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