Livability Score

60
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities B-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (1) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Sip n' Dip
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (10) A+
Narrows Center for the Arts
Art Gallery
Old Colony & Fall River Railroad Museum
Attraction
Children’s Museum of Greater Fall River
Museum
USS Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr.
Attraction
Battleship Cove
Attraction
USS Lionfish
Attraction
USS Hiddensee
Attraction
USS Massachusetts
Attraction
Brian Fox Studios
Art Gallery
Picture Show at SouthCoast Marketplace
Cinema
Food and Drink (41) A+
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Honey Dew Donuts
Fast Food
Boston Market
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Mister Chicken
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Globe Liquors
Alcohol
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Fitness (2) F
Planet Fitness
Gym
Crunch Fitness
Gym
Groceries (9) F
Stop & Shop
Grocery Store
Chaves Market
Grocery Store
Mario's Lebanese Syrian Bakery
Bakery
Duke's Bakery
Bakery
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Daou Market
Grocery Store
Stop & Shop
Grocery Store
Market Basket
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Stop & Shop
Grocery Store
Tom's
Grocery Store
Parks (59) A+
Heritage Park
Park
Fall River Heritage State Park
Park
Turner Playground
Playground
Gates of the City
Park
Griffin Playground
Park
Ruggles Park
Park
Quequechan Rail Trail
Park
Quequechan Rail Trail
Park
QRT Rodman Street connector
Park
QRT Rodman Street Connector
Park
Britland Park
Park
Kennedy Park
Park
Jose Silva Playground
Park
Quequechan Rail Trail
Park
Pulaski Park
Park
Kennedy Park
Park
Bicentennial Park
Park
North Park Playground
Playground
Bicentennial Park
Park
Bicentennial Park
Park
North Park
Park
North Park
Park
North Park
Park
Kennedy Park
Park
Quequechan Rail Trail
Park
Shops (30) D-
JPeauty Spa
Beauty
Speedway
Convenience Store
Low Price Convenience
Convenience Store
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Cloverdale Convenience Store
Convenience Store
Main Attractions
Hairdresser
Speedway
Convenience Store
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
T-Mobile
Electronics
Eden Nails
Beauty
Rocky's Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
Harbor Freight Tools
Home Improvement
Sprint
Electronics
PCX
Clothing
GNC
Nutrition Supplements
AT&T
Electronics
Rainbow
Clothing
Burlington
Department Store
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
Venus Nails & Spa
Beauty
Supercuts
Hairdresser
Verizon
Electronics
EbLens
Clothing
Five Below
Discount Store
Old Navy
Clothing
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 1.4% take public transportation in Fall River.
Public Transit Stops (3)
Stops & Stations
F
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.4%
F
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cost of living C-

The cost of living in Fall River is 113/100 - which is 15% lower than Massachusetts.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A
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crime F

Fall River crime rates are 2,223 per 100k, which is 60% higher than Massachusetts
Property Crime
1,232 crimes per 100k
B+
Violent Crime
991 crimes per 100k
F
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employment D-

The median income in Fall River is $46,007 - which is 35% lower than Massachusetts.
Med. Household Income
$46,007
F
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
F
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (13)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Fall River Fire Department
Fire Station
Corrigan Mental Health Center
Hospital
Fall River City Police Dept
Police
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Hospital
Saint Anne's Hospital
Hospital
Fall River Fire Department
Fire Station
Truesdale Clinic
Clinic
Fall River Fire Department
Fire Station
Fall River Fire Department
Fire Station
Fall River Fire Department
Fire Station
Southcoast Health Urgent Care
Clinic
Aspen Dental
Dentist
Tiverton Fire Department Headquarters
Fire Station
Somerset Fire Department
Fire Station
Somerset Police Dept
Police
Swansea Fire Department
Fire Station
Swansea Fire Department
Fire Station
CVS
Pharmacy
Swansea Police Dept
Police
Swansea Fire Department
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
C
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housing B-

Fall River home prices are $256,200 - which is 25% lower than Massachusetts
Home Price
$256,200
A
Home Appreciation Rate
11%
A-
Home Affordability
5.6x (home price to income ratio)
F
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schools D

The Fall River graduation rate is 65% - which is 25% lower than Massachusetts
School Test Scores
33%
F
High School Grad. Rates
65%
F
Elementary Schools (26) A+
Fall River Deaconess Home School
Resiliency Middle School
Resiliency Preparatory School
John J Doran
Antioch School
Mary Fonseca Elementary School
Argosy Collegiate Charter School
St Stanislaus School
William S Greene
Morton Middle
Holy Name School
Stone Pk-12 School
East Gate Christian Academy
Espirito Santo Parochial School
Matthew J Kuss Middle
Spencer Borden
Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School
St Michael School
Talbot Innovation School
James Tansey
Samuel Watson
Holy Trinity School
Letourneau Elementary School
Henry Lord Community School
Atlantis Charter School
High Schools (11) A+
Fall River Deaconess Home School
Resiliency Preparatory Academy
Argosy Collegiate Charter School
Stone Pk-12 School
East Gate Christian Academy
Fall River Gateway To College @ Bcc
Diman Regional Vocational Technical High
B M C Durfee High
Bishop Connolly High School
Atlantis Charter School
St Vincent School
Somerset Berkley Regional High School
The Meadowridge Academy
Swansea Wood School
Stevens Childrens Home
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ratings F

Fall River has an overall rating of 32% from 16 reviews.
User Reviews (3)
From AreaVibes
F
User Surveys (13)
From AreaVibes
F
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  • Fall River has a Livability Score of 60/100, which is considered average
  • Fall River crime rates are 60% higher than the Massachusetts average
  • Cost of living in Fall River is 15% lower than the Massachusetts average
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ideal for people who enjoy illegal drugs. 0.5 rating By justthetruth ( Jul 05, 2017) I don't what what's positive to say about this place. Cheap gas at Cumby's that's about it. Been here a little over a year. Within 2 days of moving into an apartment, the local heroin dealer next door (unbeknownst to me) OD'd and died. Charming isn't it? I don't live in the worst ...Read More section but it's bad. Out of 20 families on my street, only about 8 people actually work. I leave for my job in the am and come home and the same cars are parked in the same spots in the PM for consecutive days. Random cars with loud music and engines come down the street at all nights to score dope and other drugs. Luckily my neighbors aren't too bad but there's literally a family of 12 crammed into a 3 bedroom with 4 babies. Also, why does EVERYONE in this city have an attitude? No one smiles or is kind, seems like the whole city is too doped up to function. Too many system abusers and welfare collectors. I can't tell you how many times I've seen Fall River residents selling their food stamps on Facebook. Mom and Pop shops are getting vandalized bc this city's drug problem is out of control. There are decent people but they're few and far between. It's all well and good that a new shopping center is being built but it'll be disgusting and crappy within a matter of months. Anyone with a good head on their shoulders, don't be fooled by the cheap rent (like I was), I drive up my street everyday saying to myself "I hate this city". I can't wait to move. Read Less
Welfare drug capitol of the world. 0.5 rating By Truthseeker2112 ( Apr 11, 2017) Fall River is just flat out a disgusting place to live. If someone told me 90% of the population was fraudulent welfare cases and hard drug users I would not be surprised. The people who live in Fall River are rude low class degenerates most addicted to heroin or crack just nasty ...Read More people. Rents are high and landlord love the free loaders because it's a guaranteed rent check. There are very few places to eat unless you want Mcdonalds. Probably the worst Stop & Shops I've ever seen, This city is so bad there are police stationed at every super market and walmart. Walmart for that matter... haha make sure you where a bullet proof vest and nose plugs to deal with the huddled masses you see there. On top of all of this It's a pay as you throw city, 10 bucks for 8 poorly manufactured city trash bags, and the real fun is when you get fined because someone decided to throw a regular bag in your barrel even though all your garbage is in city bags. Jobs: unless you want to flip burgers, have six illegitimate children (more welfare money), or be a drug dealer your screwed.I made the mistake of signing a two year lease to live here, and god I can't wait till it's up. Once I move I swear I will never ever even drive through this disgusting dump of ghetto white trash disaster of what should be leveled and properly signed the same way Chernobyl is.One more fun fact: Fall River is the only city in US history that took down it's airport to make more room for the city dump. That should tell you all you need to know, and in my opinion they should do that to the rest of the city. At least it would serve a purpose for the surrounding communities. Read Less
Fall River, MA - A City with Rich History and Textiles Galore 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 06, 2010) Fall River has a very hip, trendy vibe to it, for being such a historically rich city. As a fashionista and someone loving to go shopping for clothes, I fell in love with Fall River, Massachusetts the moment I stepped foot in the city. Many textile companies are located in Fall R ...Read More iver, making for some great shopping. If you make your own clothes like I do, then you will find some of the best fabric stores in the country located in Fall River. A few great ones are Quaker Fabric Corporation, Bedford Fabrics, and Ray's Upholstery (textiles for furniture).

There are many cultures in Fall River, making it a rich, fun city. At the same time, the area is home to many Catholic churches and maintains a strong Catholic identity. Check out St. Mary's Cathedral or St. Anne's Church if you are ever in the area. These are some of the most gorgeous cathedrals you will ever lay eyes on. If you are a tourist looking for some rich history of the area, go check out Battleship Cove. This is a breathtaking naval ship. If you are looking to go out that night, there are many great ethnic restaurants and nightclubs in the area of Fall River.

Fall River is an interesting place to visit and would probably make a great place to live. While not the safest city, it does have rich cultural history and textiles galore. Read Less
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Fall River, MA - A City with Rich History and Textiles Galore 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 06, 2010) Fall River has a very hip, trendy vibe to it, for being such a historically rich city. As a fashionista and someone loving to go shopping for clothes, I fell in love with Fall River, Massachusetts the moment I stepped foot in the city. Many textile companies are located in Fall R ...Read More iver, making for some great shopping. If you make your own clothes like I do, then you will find some of the best fabric stores in the country located in Fall River. A few great ones are Quaker Fabric Corporation, Bedford Fabrics, and Ray's Upholstery (textiles for furniture).

There are many cultures in Fall River, making it a rich, fun city. At the same time, the area is home to many Catholic churches and maintains a strong Catholic identity. Check out St. Mary's Cathedral or St. Anne's Church if you are ever in the area. These are some of the most gorgeous cathedrals you will ever lay eyes on. If you are a tourist looking for some rich history of the area, go check out Battleship Cove. This is a breathtaking naval ship. If you are looking to go out that night, there are many great ethnic restaurants and nightclubs in the area of Fall River.

Fall River is an interesting place to visit and would probably make a great place to live. While not the safest city, it does have rich cultural history and textiles galore. Read Less

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      B- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Fall River? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Heritage Park
      Fall River Heritage State Park
      Turner Playground
      Gates of the City
      Griffin Playground
      Ruggles Park
      Quequechan Rail Trail
      Quequechan Rail Trail

      Entertainment

      Narrows Center for the Arts
      Old Colony & Fall River Railroad Museum
      Children’s Museum of Greater Fall River
      USS Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr.
      Battleship Cove
      USS Lionfish
      USS Hiddensee
      USS Massachusetts

      Food & Drink

      Dunkin' Donuts
      Dunkin' Donuts
      KFC
      Taco Bell
      Honey Dew Donuts
      Boston Market
      McDonald's
      Burger King

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Fall River? Of all people who commute, 1.4% take public transportation in Fall River.
      Drive to Work
      79%

      2% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      4%

      1% higher than the US average

      B- Health & Safety

      Is Fall River a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Saint Anne's Hospital
      Charlton Memorial Hospital
      Corrigan Mental Health Center

      Pharmacies

      Doctors