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Little Compton

This lovely town has assured that its acres of meadows will be there for generations to come.

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Welcome to Little Compton

With hundreds of acres of protected agricultural land, this lovely town has assured that its acres of meadows, cornfields, coastal ponds, and woodland will be there for generations to come. The Commons, near the tiny village center, is Rhode Island's only town common. Near it find galleries, local artisan craft shops, cafes and antique stores and roads that are lightly traveled.
 
Little Compton, in the heart of New England wine country, is also home to Sakonnet Vineyards, a popular Rhode Island winery. For your sweet tooth, stop by the Sakonnet River Pie shop, then work off the calories as you explore more than 400 acres of open space in the Simmons Mill Pond.
 
Enjoy a sun-splashed afternoon at gorgeous Goosewing Beach, or kayak the winding Sakonnet River. Rich with history, Little Compton boasts the Wilbor House Museum and the private Stone House Club and supports an active historical society, which aims to restore and preserve the extensive cultural heritage of this tiny community by the sea.

Overview for Little Compton, RI

3,600 people live in Little Compton, where the median age is 58.1 and the average individual income is $81,912. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,600

Total Population

58.1 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$81,912

Average individual Income

Around Little Compton, RI

There's plenty to do around Little Compton, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

30
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
35
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Cheese Wheel Village Market, Wishing Stone Farm, and Islander Charters.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.55 miles 18 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 1.44 miles 8 reviews 4.6/5 stars
Active 3.28 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.72 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.66 miles 8 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Active 0.2 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Little Compton, RI

Little Compton has 1,592 households, with an average household size of 2.26. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Little Compton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,600 people call Little Compton home. The population density is 175.22 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,600

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

58.1

Median Age

51.94 / 48.06%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,592

Total Households

2.26

Average Household Size

$81,912

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Little Compton, RI

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The following schools are within or nearby Little Compton. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Wilbur and McMahon Schools
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
5/5

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