| ZIP Code | 02818 |
|---|---|
| City | East Greenwich |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Kent County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 93 ft |
| Latitude | 41.642919 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.485719 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 54% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.1% ▲ 76% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 67 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,814 (13.4%) |
| Some College | 917 (6.8%) |
| Associates | 1,532 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 576 (4.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,648 (63.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $120,952 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $564,800 ▲ 103% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,384/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,623 |
| Vacant Units | 438 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,623 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 438 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 02818 is located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, within Kent County. With a population of 19,869, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 02818 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $120,952 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02818 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $564,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,384 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 02818 is primarily White (83.88%). Residents are highly educated — 68.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02818 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 02818 in East Greenwich, RI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,869 residents, a median household income of $120,952, and a median home value of $564,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.