ZIP Code 02872, Rhode Island
ZIP Code 02872 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02872 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Newport County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 156. The land area covers 5.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | ±102 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 71.5 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 78 | ±49 | 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 | 347 | ±137 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 78 | ±49 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 269 | ±134 |
| Median Home Value | $597,200 | ±$54,176 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $131,875 | ±$21,893 |
| Per Capita Income | $70,404 | ±$9,481 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±9.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±15 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±38.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 39 | ±28 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Somerset, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Fall River, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Swansea, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | 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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Roger Williams University School of Law
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College | 4.8 mi away | Ten Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI, 02809-5171 |
4012544500
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PORTSMOUTH FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 2658 EAST MAIN ROAD, PORTSMOUTH, RI, 02871 |
(401) 683-9457
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Roger Williams University
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College | 4.8 mi away | One Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI, 02809-2921 |
4012531040
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MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 700 WEST MAIN ROAD, MIDDLETOWN, RI, 02842 |
(401) 846-1573
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IYRS School of Technology & Trades
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College | 8.0 mi away | 449 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840 |
4018485777
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ROGERS FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 525 HOPE STREET, BRISTOL, RI, 02809 |
(401) 253-6948
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Salve Regina University
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College | 8.7 mi away | 100 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, RI, 02840-4192 |
4018476650
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UNION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 3832 MAIN ROAD, TIVERTON, RI, 02878 |
(401) 625-6799
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New England Institute of Technology
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College | 10.4 mi away | One New England Tech Boulevard, East Greenwich, RI, 02818-1205 |
4017395000
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NORTH KINGSTOWN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 100 BOONE STREET, NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI, 02852 |
(401) 294-3306
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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 4.8 miles from ZCTA5 02872. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melville CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Newport East CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Tiverton CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Newport city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| Warwick city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Ocean Grove CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02872. • 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.