Cranston city, Rhode Island
Cranston city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Cranston city is a geographic entity located in Providence County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 84,647. The land area covers 28.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 84,647 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 32,595 | ±787 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 33,834 | ±805 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 32,595 | ±787 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,239 | ±330 |
| Median Home Value | $378,300 | ±$7,077 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,375 | ±$59 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $90,206 | ±$4,068 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,258 | ±$1,687 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,154 | ±1,211 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 43,178 | ±1,268 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±1.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 84,448 (2024)
ID: 209434
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF CANVASSING
869 PARK AVE, 1, CRANSTON RI 02910-2786
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | North Attleborough, MA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | North Attleborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | North Dighton, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Rehoboth, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Seekonk, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode Island
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College Vocational | 1.7 mi away | 30 Chapel View Blvd., Suite 100, Cranston, RI, 02920 |
4019469920
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KNIGHTSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 1847 CRANSTON STREET, CRANSTON, RI, 02920 |
(401) 942-2504
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COLLECTIV Academy-Cranston
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College Vocational | 2.5 mi away | 1279 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, RI, 02920 |
4014633633
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OAK LAWN BRANCH
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 230 WILBUR AVENUE, CRANSTON, RI, 02920 |
(401) 942-1787
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Community College of Rhode Island
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College | 3.9 mi away | 400 East Ave, Warwick, RI, 02886-1807 |
4018251000
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CRANSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 140 SOCKANOSSET CROSS ROAD, CRANSTON, RI, 02920 |
(401) 943-9080
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College Unbound
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College | 4.5 mi away | 115 Cedar Street, Providence, RI, 02903 |
4017522640
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AUBURN BRANCH
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 396 PONTIAC AVENUE, CRANSTON, RI, 02910 |
(401) 781-6116
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Empire Beauty School-Warwick
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College Vocational | 4.8 mi away | 151 Broadway, Providence, RI, 02903 |
8009204593
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ARLINGTON BRANCH
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 1064 CRANSTON STREET, CRANSTON, RI, 02920 |
(401) 944-1662
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PROVIDENCE T F GREEN AP, RI US, located 4.3 miles from Cranston city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.3° | 22.1° | 30.2° | 3.96" | 10.3" |
| February | 40.5° | 23.5° | 32.0° | 3.44" | 10.5" |
| March | 47.7° | 30.2° | 38.9° | 4.90" | 6.4" |
| April | 58.9° | 39.6° | 49.3° | 4.29" | 0.6" |
| May | 68.9° | 49.2° | 59.1° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.7° | 58.8° | 68.2° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.6° | 65.2° | 74.4° | 2.91" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.2° | 63.9° | 73.0° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.8° | 56.5° | 65.6° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.8° | 45.1° | 54.4° | 4.18" | 0.2" |
| November | 53.2° | 35.8° | 44.5° | 4.27" | 1.0" |
| December | 43.4° | 27.6° | 35.5° | 4.65" | 7.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranston city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Providence city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Warwick city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| East Providence city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Greenville CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Pawtucket city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4400719180. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.