How Does RI Rank For Dads?
GoLocalProv Lifestyle Team
How Does RI Rank For Dads?
Minnesota tops the chart as number 1 with a steady balance of rankings. Mississippi wraps up the chart with the lowest ranking.
Male parenting has changed over the years and the traditional 1960's definition of fatherhood is long gone. Today, 60 percent of family households depend on two incomes.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTFatherhood remains a very tough job regardless of the changing priorities of the modern dad, and providing for the family is a central role. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 93 percent of dads with children under 18 were employed in 2014.
All States Rankings Below
Living as a Working Dad in Rhode Island (1=Best; 25=Avg.):
17th– Male Life Expectancy at Birth
17th– % of Dads with Kids Younger than 18 Living in Poverty
19th– Male Uninsured Rate
3rd– Mean Hours Worked per Day Among Males
23rd– Mortality Rate due to Heart Disease per 100,000 Men
27th– % of Men Who Report Adequate or Any Physical Activity
26th– Day Care Quality
2nd– Number of Urologists per 100,000 Men
The Study
Working dads across all 50 states and the District of Columbia were analyzed on their work-life balance, health-conditions, financial well-being, and child-rearing environments. The results composed the rankings of each state and the District of Columbia.
20 Great Places to Find Last Minute Father's Day Gifts
Sports & More
Sports and More in East Greenwich is offering 20% off any in stock item right thru Father's Day.
Get a cool picture or some other cool memorabilia for dad on Father's Day.
Homestyle
Homestyle offers artful objects for life and home and some perfect things for dad like Black Whiskey Stones, bottle toppers, cufflinks and more.
Homestyle is perfect place for Father's Day.
Time Capsule
Take a peak inside the Time Capsule in Cranston and get Dad something really cool.
Maybe an old record that he has always wanted, memorabilia or maybe Dad is into comics and you can wow him by getting a book he has always wanted or needs for his collection.
Only in RI
Only in RI carries Rhode Island-specific gifts and foods!
From a Rhode Island inspired gift basket (complete with Del’s of course), how cool is that? to artisanal jewelry you’re sure to find something for everyone on your list.
You can't go wrong with the Rhode Island gift basket. Dad wil love it.
Muse
Muse prides itself on providing American-made handcrafted gifts - perfect for the last minute shopper looking to still find something meaningful to give.
Muse has sweet baby books toys and bibs, as well as jewelry from local and Etsy designers, and beautiful prints - (in case Dad is an art lover)
BENRUS
BENRUS provides rugged, military-inspired merchandise. These products are directed toward the rugged, hardworking father.
Click here for special father's day shopping.
Frog and Toad
Frog and Toad offers a wide range of unique products. This store, located at 795 Hope Street in Providence, provides a wide variety of unique socks and vibrantly colored hats, as well as RI themed books and Bric-a-brac.
the store is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.
Lapel Pin Planet
Lapel Pin Planet, located at 5 Grandview Street, Coventry, RI 02816, is an environmentally conscious company that provides hand crafted lapel pins for $5.00 to $6.00.
They offer a wide variety of uniquely designed pins both painted and solid, metallic colors.
Lapel Pin Planet is open Monday's thru Friday's from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Wooden Midshipman
The Wooden Midshipman, located at 146 Water Street in the art district of Warren, RI, is a small gift shop offering local art, special selection of books, and unique gifts.
The Wooden Midshipman is only 15 minutes from Providence.
Symposium Books
Symposium Books is an independent book store that offers unique socks, books, and other special gift ideas.
The store located in both East Greenwich at 1000 Division Road and Providence at 240 Westminster Street.
Symposium Books is open Monday to Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Boston Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox are off to a good start led by their star David Ortiz in the midst of his final season.
Make sure to get to a ball game to cheer on Ortiz in the Sox as they battle for the top spot in the AL East.
Bird's Eye View
Bird’s Eye View Helicopters based at 11 Airport Access Road, Middletown, RI 02842, offers an aerial ride around Newport passing over sites such as the Newport mansions. The basic trip is priced at $150.00 for two people.
Tours go for as short as 12 minutes or as long as 25 minutes.
PawSox
The Pawtucket Red Sox season is underway and there is no better place in the state to watch a ball game the McCoy Stadium.
Watch the future of the Boston Red Sox in action at McCoy.
DaPoint Barber Shop
DaPoint Barber Shop is a unique place to get a special haircut. This barber shop is located at 109 Hope St in Providence, RI, and gift cards can be purchased at the store.
Dapoint Barber Shop is open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday's through Friday's and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday.
People's Liquor Warehouse
People’s Liquor Warehouse, located at 1350 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, RI, offers a large variety of beer, wine, and spirits with many different price ranges. They also provide seasonal recommendations and gift baskets.
People's Liquor Warehouse is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday's.
Art Jim Smoke Shop
Art Jim Smoke Shop, located at 1465 Atwood Ave in Johnston, RI, is a local store offering a variety of cigars.
Included in their inventory are many patriotic themed cigars.
Wright's Gift Shop
Is Dad a big foodie? If so, or even if not, head to Wright's Gift shop and pick up some home-made fudge or anything else Dad might love.
Choose from candy cane, creamy chocolate, chocolate walnut, heath bar crunch, peanut butter and more!
Or you could always get their choose-your-own sampler in case you’re not sure which your loved one will like most.
Gift Card to Golf
Is Dad a big golfer? pick up a gift card to Cranston Country Club or any other one of the great public courses in the state and enjoy the day.
Cranston Country Club features one of the best par 3's in the state, the 8th hole island green and the course is always in good shape.
What Cheer Records
Into records, antiques, comics and more? What Cheer Records is the perfect place for Father's Day shopping and a great chance to get Dad a really cool gift.
Like a record player to play some of the records they are holding on to.
Carmen & Ginger
If vintage fashion appeals to that special someone on your list look no further than Carmen and Ginger Vintage Goods in the Arcade.
Carmen and Ginger has goods from Etsy designers, discounted vintage designer clothing and so much more that will keep Dad stylish on Father's Day.
