ZIP Code 02842, Rhode Island
ZIP Code 02842 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02842 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Newport County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,832. The land area covers 12.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,832 | ±25 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,226 | ±342 | 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 | 8,225 | ±352 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,226 | ±342 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 999 | ±228 |
| Median Home Value | $563,300 | ±$45,579 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,990 | ±$170 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,948 | ±$6,260 |
| Per Capita Income | $59,109 | ±$5,986 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,410 | ±344 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,885 | ±612 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.5% | ±6.2% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Westport, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Fall River, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Swansea, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | North Dartmouth, 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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IYRS School of Technology & Trades
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College | 3.3 mi away | 449 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840 |
4018485777
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MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 700 WEST MAIN ROAD, MIDDLETOWN, RI, 02842 |
(401) 846-1573
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Salve Regina University
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College | 3.5 mi away | 100 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, RI, 02840-4192 |
4018476650
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NEWPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 300 SPRING STREET, NEWPORT, RI, 02840 |
(401) 847-8720
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Roger Williams University
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College | 9.2 mi away | One Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI, 02809-2921 |
4012531040
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BROWNELL LIBRARY, HOME OF LITTLE COMPTON
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 44 COMMONS, LITTLE COMPTON, RI, 02837 |
(401) 635-8562
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Roger Williams University School of Law
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College | 9.3 mi away | Ten Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI, 02809-5171 |
4012544500
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JAMESTOWN PHILOMENIAN LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 26 NORTH ROAD, JAMESTOWN, RI, 02835 |
(401) 423-7280
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University of Rhode Island
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College | 13.3 mi away | Green Hall, 35 Campus Avenue, Kingston, RI, 02881 |
4018741000
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UNION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 3832 MAIN ROAD, TIVERTON, RI, 02878 |
(401) 625-6799
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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 NEWPORT STATE AP, RI US, located 1.2 miles from ZCTA5 02842. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.1° | 24.1° | 31.1° | 3.21" | — |
| February | 39.7° | 25.1° | 32.4° | 2.81" | — |
| March | 45.7° | 30.8° | 38.3° | 4.57" | — |
| April | 55.5° | 39.3° | 47.4° | 3.81" | — |
| May | 65.0° | 48.5° | 56.8° | 3.03" | — |
| June | 73.9° | 57.8° | 65.8° | 3.41" | — |
| July | 79.6° | 64.1° | 71.8° | 2.93" | — |
| August | 78.8° | 63.6° | 71.2° | 3.41" | — |
| September | 72.3° | 57.1° | 64.7° | 3.44" | — |
| October | 62.3° | 46.8° | 54.5° | 4.06" | — |
| November | 52.5° | 37.9° | 45.2° | 3.76" | — |
| December | 43.8° | 29.9° | 36.8° | 3.74" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport East CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Melville CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Newport city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Tiverton CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Narragansett Pier CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Wakefield-Peace Dale CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02842. • 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.