ZIP Code 02861, Rhode Island
ZIP Code 02861 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02861 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bristol County / Providence County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 28,124. The land area covers 3.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,124 | ±1,456 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,065 | ±588 | 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 | 11,690 | ±549 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,065 | ±588 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 625 | ±225 |
| Median Home Value | $315,400 | ±$12,348 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,245 | ±$72 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,411 | ±$5,807 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,341 | ±$2,032 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,624 | ±750 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,363 | ±1,020 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.4% | ±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-04 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | North Attleborough, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Plainville, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Fall River, 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 | 09-12 | Fall River, 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 Tractor Trailer Training School of Rhode Island
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 600 Moshassuck Valley Industrial Hwy, Pawtucket, RI, 02860 |
4017251220
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PAWTUCKET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 13 SUMMER STREET, PAWTUCKET, RI, 02860 |
(401) 725-3714
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MotoRing Technical Training Institute
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College Vocational | 4.5 mi away | 54 Water Street, East Providence, RI, 02914-5022 |
5083366611
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PAWTUCKET PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 13 SUMMER STREET, PAWTUCKET, RI, 02860 |
(401) 725-3714
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Brown University
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College | 4.5 mi away | One Prospect Street, Providence, RI, 02912 |
4018631000
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ADAMS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 205 CENTRAL STREET, CENTRAL FALLS, RI, 02863 |
(401) 727-7440
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Rhode Island School of Design
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College | 4.6 mi away | 20 Washington Place, Providence, RI, 02903-2784 |
4014546100
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SEEKONK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 410 NEWMAN AVE., SEEKONK, MA, 02771 |
(508) 336-8230
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Providence College
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College | 5.0 mi away | 1 Cunningham Square, Providence, RI, 02918-0001 |
4018651000
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ROCHAMBEAU BRANCH
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 708 HOPE STREET, PROVIDENCE, RI, 02906 |
(401) 272-3780
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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 10.2 miles from ZCTA5 02861. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pawtucket city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| North Seekonk CDP | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| Central Falls city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Valley Falls CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Attleboro city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Providence city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02861. • 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.