ZIP Code 02879, Rhode Island
ZIP Code 02879 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02879 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Washington County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,802. The land area covers 39.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,802 | ±641 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.4 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,462 | ±396 | 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 | 11,934 | ±377 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,462 | ±396 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,472 | ±303 |
| Median Home Value | $564,700 | ±$21,342 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,281 | ±$174 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $112,231 | ±$11,670 |
| Per Capita Income | $59,265 | ±$4,029 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,776 | ±503 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,683 | ±733 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±1.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2023-2024)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Nearby | 2-13 | MIDDLETOWN, RI | |
| 8 Nearby | 6-17 | WAKEFIELD, RI | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-13 | WAKEFIELD, RI | |
| 8 Nearby | 2-3 | EAST GREENWICH, RI | |
| 3 Nearby | 14-17 | PORTSMOUTH, RI | |
| 8 Nearby | 2-13 | NARRAGANSETT, RI | |
| 8 Nearby | 2-8 | NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI | |
| 7 Nearby | 2-13 | NEWPORT, RI | |
| 3 Nearby | 2-13 | PORTSMOUTH, RI | |
| 7 Nearby | 2-3 | EAST GREENWICH, RI |
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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University of Rhode Island
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College | 3.9 mi away | Green Hall, 35 Campus Avenue, Kingston, RI, 02881 |
4018741000
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ROBERT BEVERLY HALE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 2601 COMMODORE PERRY HIGHWAY, WAKEFIELD, RI, 02879 |
(401) 783-5386
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IYRS School of Technology & Trades
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College | 12.1 mi away | 449 Thames St, Newport, RI, 02840 |
4018485777
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SOUTH KINGSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 1057 KINGSTOWN ROAD, SOUTH KINGSTOWN, RI, 02879 |
(401) 789-1555
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Salve Regina University
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College | 12.6 mi away | 100 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, RI, 02840-4192 |
4018476650
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KINGSTON FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 2605 KINGSTOWN ROAD, KINGSTON, RI, 02881 |
(401) 783-8254
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New England Institute of Technology
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College | 16.2 mi away | One New England Tech Boulevard, East Greenwich, RI, 02818-1205 |
4017395000
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MAURY LOONTJENS MEMORIAL LIBRARY (NARRAGANSETT)
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 25 PIER MARKETPLACE, NARRAGANSETT, RI, 02882 |
(401) 789-9507
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Community College of Rhode Island
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College | 19.8 mi away | 400 East Ave, Warwick, RI, 02886-1807 |
4018251000
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CROSS' MILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 4417 OLD POST ROAD, CHARLESTOWN, RI, 02813 |
(401) 364-6211
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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 KINGSTON 1 W, RI US, located 3.4 miles from ZCTA5 02879. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.4° | 19.3° | 28.3° | 4.17" | — |
| February | 39.1° | 20.7° | 29.9° | 3.85" | — |
| March | 46.2° | 27.2° | 36.7° | 5.69" | — |
| April | 56.4° | 35.7° | 46.0° | 4.50" | — |
| May | 65.9° | 45.1° | 55.5° | 3.58" | — |
| June | 74.6° | 54.3° | 64.5° | 3.99" | — |
| July | 80.3° | 60.4° | 70.3° | 3.31" | — |
| August | 79.1° | 59.0° | 69.0° | 4.08" | — |
| September | 72.7° | 51.7° | 62.2° | 4.30" | — |
| October | 62.4° | 41.1° | 51.7° | 4.49" | — |
| November | 52.0° | 32.1° | 42.0° | 4.38" | — |
| December | 42.9° | 25.0° | 33.9° | 5.23" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield-Peace Dale CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Kingston CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Narragansett Pier CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Charlestown CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Carolina CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Wyoming CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02879. • 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.