Westerly town, Rhode Island
Westerly town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Westerly town is a geographic entity located in Washington County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 23,139. The land area covers 29.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 23,139 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.2 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,498 | ±378 | 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 | 13,090 | ±384 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,498 | ±378 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,592 | ±297 |
| Median Home Value | $466,600 | ±$15,052 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,257 | ±$131 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $98,875 | ±$5,450 |
| Per Capita Income | $59,151 | ±$3,070 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,201 | ±268 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,144 | ±691 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.5% | ±1.2% |
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: 23,288 (2024)
ID: 174846
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: DIV OF FINANCE
45 BROAD ST, WESTERLY RI 02891-1893
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Groton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Groton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Stonington, CT | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Groton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | FISHERS ISLAND, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Gales Ferry, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ledyard, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Groton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Norwich, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Gales Ferry, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WESTERLY HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 25 WELLS STREET, WESTERLY, RI, 02891 |
(401) 596-6000
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University of Connecticut-Avery Point
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College | 13.7 mi away | 1084 Shennecossett Rd, Groton, CT, 06340-6097 |
8604059000
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WESTERLY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 44 BROAD STREET, WESTERLY, RI, 02891 |
(401) 596-2877
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Mitchell College
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College | 15.2 mi away | 437 Pequot Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8607015000
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STONINGTON FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 20 HIGH ST., STONINGTON, CT, 06378 |
(860) 535-0268
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United States Coast Guard Academy
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College | 15.9 mi away | 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8604448444
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ASHAWAY FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 15 KNIGHT STREET, HOPKINTON, RI, 02804 |
(401) 377-2770
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Connecticut College
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College | 16.3 mi away | 270 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320-4196 |
8604471911
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WHEELER LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 101 MAIN ST., NORTH STONINGTON, CT, 06359 |
(860) 535-0383
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University of Rhode Island
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College | 18.1 mi away | Green Hall, 35 Campus Avenue, Kingston, RI, 02881 |
4018741000
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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 WESTERLY STATE AP, RI US, located 1.8 miles from Westerly town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.5° | 24.5° | 32.0° | 3.34" | — |
| February | 41.2° | 25.7° | 33.4° | 2.75" | — |
| March | 47.2° | 32.0° | 39.6° | 4.17" | — |
| April | 57.1° | 40.7° | 48.9° | 3.90" | — |
| May | 66.6° | 50.0° | 58.3° | 3.32" | — |
| June | 75.0° | 59.4° | 67.2° | 3.55" | — |
| July | 81.6° | 65.9° | 73.8° | 2.91" | — |
| August | 80.5° | 64.3° | 72.4° | 3.49" | — |
| September | 74.4° | 57.1° | 65.7° | 3.81" | — |
| October | 63.9° | 46.5° | 55.2° | 4.29" | — |
| November | 54.0° | 37.8° | 45.9° | 3.50" | — |
| December | 44.9° | 30.3° | 37.6° | 3.77" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Misquamicut CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Weekapaug CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Watch Hill CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Westerly CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Pawcatuck CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Stonington borough | Borough | 4.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4400977000. • 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.