Smithfield town, Rhode Island
Smithfield town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Smithfield town is a geographic entity located in Providence County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,625. The land area covers 26.23 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 22,625 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,934 | ±384 | 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 | 8,220 | ±385 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,934 | ±384 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 286 | ±172 |
| Median Home Value | $446,400 | ±$11,509 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,016 | ±$241 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $102,077 | ±$8,074 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,875 | ±$2,940 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,164 | ±426 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,707 | ±528 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92% | ±2.4% |
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: 22,535 (2024)
ID: 183885
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: PLANNING DEPARTMENT
64 FARNUM PIKE, SMITHFIELD RI 02917-3224
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Blackstone, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | North Attleborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Plainville, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Franklin, 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 | 03-06 | Plainville, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Bellingham, 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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Bryant University
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College | 1.4 mi away | 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI, 02917-1291 |
4012326000
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EAST SMITHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 50 ESMOND STREET, SMITHFIELD, RI, 02917 |
(401) 231-5150
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Lincoln Technical Institute-Lincoln
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College | 3.7 mi away | 622 George Washington Hwy, Lincoln, RI, 02865 |
401334243043400
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GREENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 573 PUTNAM PIKE, SMITHFIELD, RI, 02828 |
(401) 949-3630
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Rhode Island College
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College | 5.2 mi away | 600 Mount Pleasant Ave, Providence, RI, 02908 |
4014568000
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HARMONY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 195 PUTNAM PIKE, GLOCESTER, RI, 02829 |
(401) 949-2850
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Providence College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 1 Cunningham Square, Providence, RI, 02918-0001 |
4018651000
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MAYOR SALVATORE MANCINI UNION FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 1810 MINERAL SPRING AVENUE, NORTH PROVIDENCE, RI, 02904 |
(401) 353-5600
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New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Rhode Island
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College Vocational | 6.5 mi away | 600 Moshassuck Valley Industrial Hwy, Pawtucket, RI, 02860 |
4017251220
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LINCOLN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 145 OLD RIVER ROAD, LINCOLN, RI, 02865 |
(401) 333-2422
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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 WOONSOCKET, RI US, located 6.1 miles from Smithfield town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.8° | 18.8° | 28.3° | 4.37" | 12.3" |
| February | 39.9° | 21.1° | 30.5° | 3.67" | 10.7" |
| March | 47.3° | 28.2° | 37.8° | 4.89" | 7.6" |
| April | 59.8° | 38.0° | 48.9° | 4.71" | 1.9" |
| May | 69.9° | 47.9° | 58.9° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.5° | 57.3° | 67.9° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.0° | 63.3° | 73.6° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.5° | 61.7° | 72.1° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.4° | 54.4° | 64.9° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.9° | 42.0° | 52.9° | 5.08" | 0.1" |
| November | 53.4° | 33.2° | 43.3° | 4.22" | 1.0" |
| December | 43.0° | 24.6° | 33.8° | 5.27" | 7.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| Harmony CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Cumberland Hill CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Chepachet CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Central Falls city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Woonsocket city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4400766200. • 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.