ZIP Code 02859, Rhode Island
ZIP Code 02859 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02859 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Providence County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,018. The land area covers 27.64 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,018 | ±825 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs | ±6.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,301 | ±256 | 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 | 2,420 | ±256 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,301 | ±256 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 119 | ±96 |
| Median Home Value | $385,500 | ±$34,754 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,394 | ±$458 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $124,592 | ±$20,701 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,715 | ±$7,813 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | ±7.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 598 | ±490 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.6% | ±4.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,819 | ±731 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.3% | ±3.1% |
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 | 04-05 | Blackstone, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Oxford, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Webster, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Charlton, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Bellingham, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-07 | Bellingham, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Blackstone, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Upton, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Brooklyn, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Brooklyn, CT |
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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Nichols College
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College | 10.7 mi away | Center Rd, Dudley, MA, 01571-5000 |
8004703379
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PASCOAG FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 57 CHURCH STREET, PASCOAG, RI, 02859 |
(401) 568-6226
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Bryant University
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College | 11.5 mi away | 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI, 02917-1291 |
4012326000
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JESSE M. SMITH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 100 TINKHAM LANE, BURRILLVILLE, RI, 02830 |
(401) 710-7800
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Technology Learning Center
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College Vocational | 13.2 mi away | 11 Buffum Dam Road, Oxford, MA, 01540-1411 |
5089871852
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GLOCESTER MANTON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 1137 PUTNAM PIKE, GLOCESTER, RI, 02814 |
(401) 568-6077
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Lincoln Technical Institute-Lincoln
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College | 14.5 mi away | 622 George Washington Hwy, Lincoln, RI, 02865 |
401334243043400
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THOMPSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 934 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, THOMPSON, CT, 06255 |
(860) 923-9779
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Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District
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College Vocational | 15.8 mi away | 57 Old Muggett Hill Rd, Charlton, MA, 01507-1331 |
50824859711674
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PUTNAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 200 SCHOOL ST., PUTNAM, CT, 06260 |
(860) 963-6826
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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 N FOSTER 1 E, RI US, located 7.2 miles from ZCTA5 02859. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.8° | 18.5° | 26.6° | 4.49" | 15.5" |
| February | 37.8° | 19.9° | 28.9° | 3.91" | 15.6" |
| March | 45.7° | 26.9° | 36.3° | 5.21" | 13.4" |
| April | 57.7° | 36.7° | 47.2° | 4.68" | 2.6" |
| May | 68.0° | 46.5° | 57.2° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.5° | 55.6° | 65.6° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.3° | 61.4° | 70.9° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.8° | 60.1° | 69.4° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 53.0° | 62.3° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.8° | 42.0° | 51.4° | 4.99" | 0.5" |
| November | 49.8° | 32.7° | 41.3° | 4.49" | 2.0" |
| December | 39.7° | 24.3° | 32.0° | 5.23" | 12.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascoag CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Harrisville CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Chepachet CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Mechanicsville CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| North Grosvenor Dale CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Putnam CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02859. • 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.