ZIP Code 02816, Rhode Island
ZIP Code 02816 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02816 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Kent County / Providence County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 33,298. The land area covers 36.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,298 | ±465 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,651 | ±473 | 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 | 14,548 | ±473 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,651 | ±473 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 897 | ±279 |
| Median Home Value | $350,800 | ±$10,958 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,203 | ±$149 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,431 | ±$7,578 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,939 | ±$2,721 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,605 | ±612 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,867 | ±803 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.3% | ±1.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Danielson, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Dayville, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Dayville, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Dayville, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | Danielson, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Seekonk, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Moosup, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Central Village, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Danielson, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Attleboro, 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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New England Institute of Technology
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College | 6.6 mi away | One New England Tech Boulevard, East Greenwich, RI, 02818-1205 |
4017395000
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COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1672 FLAT RIVER ROAD, COVENTRY, RI, 02816 |
(401) 822-9100
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Community College of Rhode Island
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College | 7.4 mi away | 400 East Ave, Warwick, RI, 02886-1807 |
4018251000
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HOPE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 374 NORTH ROAD, SCITUATE, RI, 02831 |
(401) 821-7910
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COLLECTIV Academy-Cranston
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College Vocational | 7.9 mi away | 1279 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, RI, 02920 |
4014633633
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LOUTTIT LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 274 VICTORY HIGHWAY, WEST GREENWICH, RI, 02817 |
(401) 397-3434
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Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode Island
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College Vocational | 9.4 mi away | 30 Chapel View Blvd., Suite 100, Cranston, RI, 02920 |
4019469920
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WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 1043 MAIN STREET, WEST WARWICK, RI, 02893 |
(401) 828-3750
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Rhode Island College
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College | 12.9 mi away | 600 Mount Pleasant Ave, Providence, RI, 02908 |
4014568000
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GREENE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 179 HOPKINS HOLLOW ROAD, GREENE, RI, 02827 |
(401) 397-3873
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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 COVENTRY 2, RI US, located 3.9 miles from ZCTA5 02816. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.4° | 18.4° | 27.4° | 4.47" | — |
| February | 38.5° | 20.3° | 29.4° | 3.45" | — |
| March | 47.0° | 25.6° | 36.3° | 5.03" | — |
| April | 60.5° | 36.3° | 48.4° | 4.72" | — |
| May | 71.0° | 47.4° | 59.2° | 3.62" | — |
| June | 79.6° | 56.9° | 68.3° | 4.11" | — |
| July | 85.0° | 63.6° | 74.3° | 3.21" | — |
| August | 82.0° | 61.9° | 72.0° | 4.33" | — |
| September | 74.3° | 53.9° | 64.1° | 3.86" | — |
| October | 62.3° | 42.2° | 52.3° | 5.27" | — |
| November | 51.5° | 32.1° | 41.8° | 4.40" | — |
| December | 41.8° | 24.3° | 33.1° | 5.49" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greene CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Clayville CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Foster Center CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
| Cranston city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Warwick city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
| Moosup CDP | CDP | 13.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02816. • 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.