ZIP Code 02885, Rhode Island
ZIP Code 02885 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 02885 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bristol County, Rhode Island. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,144. The land area covers 6.16 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,144 | ±26 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,145 | ±255 | 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 | 5,607 | ±296 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,145 | ±255 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 462 | ±161 |
| Median Home Value | $395,700 | ±$21,804 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,363 | ±$96 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $90,729 | ±$12,011 |
| Per Capita Income | $53,007 | ±$4,458 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,061 | ±256 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,180 | ±313 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.9% | ±2.2% |
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 | KG-04 | Attleboro, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Westport, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lakeville, 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 | 05-07 | Taunton, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Berkley, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Berkley, MA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Dighton, 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 | 4.9 mi away | Ten Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI, 02809-5171 |
4012544500
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GEORGE HAIL FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 530 MAIN STREET, WARREN, RI, 02885 |
(401) 245-7686
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Roger Williams University
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College | 4.9 mi away | One Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI, 02809-2921 |
4012531040
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BARRINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 281 COUNTY ROAD, BARRINGTON, RI, 02806 |
(401) 247-1920
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Diman Regional Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 5.7 mi away | 1082 Davol St. 2nd floor, Fall River, MA, 02720 |
5086722970113
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ROGERS FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 525 HOPE STREET, BRISTOL, RI, 02809 |
(401) 253-6948
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Motoring Technical Training Institute
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College Vocational | 5.8 mi away | 1241 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA, 02771 |
5083366611
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SWANSEA FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 69 MAIN ST., SWANSEA, MA, 02777 |
(508) 674-9609
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Rob Roy Academy-Fall River
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College Vocational | 5.8 mi away | 260 S Main St, Fall River, MA, 02721-5330 |
5086724751
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RIVERSIDE BRANCH
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 475 BULLOCKS POINT AVENUE, EAST PROVIDENCE, RI, 02915 |
(401) 433-4877
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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 TIVERTON, RI US, located 7.2 miles from ZCTA5 02885. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.5° | 23.6° | 31.0° | 4.01" | 10.9" |
| February | 41.3° | 24.5° | 32.9° | 3.84" | 11.3" |
| March | 49.0° | 30.3° | 39.7° | 5.55" | 7.4" |
| April | 60.0° | 39.3° | 49.6° | 4.50" | 0.6" |
| May | 70.1° | 49.0° | 59.6° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.3° | 58.4° | 68.8° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.9° | 65.0° | 74.9° | 2.96" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.0° | 64.0° | 74.0° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.9° | 57.3° | 67.1° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.3° | 46.6° | 55.4° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.7° | 37.0° | 44.8° | 4.11" | 0.6" |
| December | 43.3° | 29.5° | 36.4° | 4.91" | 7.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Grove CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Somerset CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Tiverton CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| East Providence city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Warwick city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| North Westport CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 02885. • 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.