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What You Should Know About Cumberland, Rhode Island

Cumberland is a small city located in Providence County with a population of 33,506 (2010 Census). It is 15 miles north of downtown Providence by the RI-146 N highway, which takes about a half-hour to drive, depending on the traffic.

Cumberland is on the Rhode Island/Massachusetts border, surrounded by other towns and cities. The Rhode Island city of Woonsocket is to the northwest, and Central Falls, RI, is to the south. The town of Lincoln is on the west. The Massachusetts towns of Wrentham (on the north side), Plainville and North Attleborough (on the east), and the city of Attleboro (on the southeast side) make up the other borders.

William Blackstone was the first European to settle in the area around 1635. The Plymouth Colony bought the land, now the Cumberland area, from the native people. Blackstone cultivated the first American variety of apples called the Yellow Sweeting, which is still enjoyed today and is used to make delicious pies by the locals.

What To Do in Cumberland, RI

The apple pies are magnificent at Phantom Farms. You can get one, or you can pick your apples and then make your recipe at home. There are pumpkins galore for the fall season and lots of delicious baked goods all year round. Wine tasting at the Diamond Hill Vineyards is exceptional.

Take a time out and visit the Providence Zen Center to attend a service for calm meditation and spiritual re-balancing. Go for a bike ride on the Blackstone River Bikeway and see a show at the Blackstone River Theater when it is running. Shopping for bargains is fun at Bargain City, with over 100 stores.

Working in Cumberland, RI

The median household income in Cumberland is $83,829, and the median age is 43 years old. The main industries in Cumberland are healthcare (11.7%), education (9.2%), finance/insurance (6.1%), scientific/technical services (5.5%), construction (5.1.0%), public administration (4.2%), and hospitality/food service (4.0%).

The popular jobs are in production occupations (4.8%), administration (4.4%), education (4.2%), sales (3.9%), management (3.5%), registered nurses (3.1%), and administrative assistants (3.0%).

Cumberland, RI. Neighborhoods

The neighborhoods in Cumberland, in the order of the most expensive to the least expensive, are Arnold Mills/Diamond Hill, Town Center, Cider Court/Apple Ridge Road, Berkeley, Cumberland Hill, and Valley Falls.

Arnold Mills/Diamond Hill: The median price of a home in this area is $436,903. The median rent found here is $1,316 per month. This is an upscale suburban area.

Town Center: The median price of a home in this area is $398,997. The median rent found here is $1,805 per month. If you want to be in the center of town, this is the area for you; however, the rents are a bit pricey here.

Cider Court/Apple Ridge Road: The median price of a home in this area is $327,952. The median rent found here is $1,612 per month. Going south towards this area, you will notice that the houses start to get less expensive.

Berkeley: The median price of a home in this area is $300,259. The median rent found here is $1,420 per month. Again, on the south side of town, the house prices and the rents are lower.

Cumberland Hill: The median price of a home in this area is $289,760. The median rent found here is $1,312 per month. This area on the west side of the town has some good real estate prices.

Valley Falls: The median price of a home in this area is $193,048. The median rent found here is $1,154 per month. The budget-conscious and those looking for a starter home may want to hunt in this neighborhood for a lower price.

Cumberland, RI School District

The public school system's administration is the Cumberland School Committee. There are five elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school.

Private Schools: There is only one private school in Cumberland, which is a Catholic school called Mercymount Country Day School.

Colleges and Universities: The nearest colleges and universities within ten miles include Community College of Rhode Island, Brown University, Bryant University, Dean College, Lincoln Technical Institute, Providence College, and Rhode Island College.

Moving to Cumberland, RI Resource Guide

For drivers to get a new license or to register a vehicle, contact the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles. Don't forget to change your mailing address on your important accounts and request mail forwarding from your old address by filling out a form at the United States Postal Service.

Utilities

• Electricity and Gas are provided by Ambit Energy and National Grid.
• Heating Oil is provided by T.H. Malloy & Sons and McKee Brothers Oil.
• Heating Oil and Propane are provided by Santoro Oil.
• Water and Sewer Service is provided by the Town of Cumberland.
• Trash & Recycling Services are provided by the Town of Cumberland according to this pickup schedule.
• Telephone, Internet Connection, and Cable TV are offered by Charter Communications, Comcast, Dish, and Verizon.
• Register to Vote with the Cumberland Town Clerk.

The city of Cumberland has offices at the Cumberland Town Hall, located at 45 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI 02864. Most services are available online. The Cumberland Parks & Recreation Department manages the town's parks, sports fields, programs, and youth activities.

Cumberland, RI Housing

City-Data reports that the median price for a home in this area is $270,756. The cost of living in this area is about the same as in the rest of Rhode Island but is 16% to 17% higher than the national average. The cost of housing is the culprit for the higher expenses to live in this area, being about 22% higher than the national figures. Nevertheless, it still is a wonderful place to raise a family.