The Housing Affordability Index base is 100 and represents a balance point where a resident with a median household income can normally qualify to purchase a median price home. Values above 100 indicate increased affordability, while values below 100 indicate decreased affordability.
| County | Housing Affordability Index | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Washington County | 136 |
| 2. | Kent County | 130 |
| 3. | Newport County | 115 |
| 4. | Providence County | 110 |
| 5. | Bristol County | 100 |
