| ZIP Code | 02825 |
|---|---|
| City | Foster |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Providence County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 386 ft |
| Latitude | 41.782067 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.726833 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.0 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.00 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.0% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.4% ▼ 91% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 40 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,582 (38.1%) |
| Some College | 451 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 296 (7.1%) |
| Bachelors | 351 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,436 (34.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $110,177 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $398,900 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,525/mo ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,027 |
| Vacant Units | 75 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,027 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 75 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
ZIP code 02825 is located in Foster, Rhode Island, within Providence County. With a population of 5,861, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46 years. Economically, 02825 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,177 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02825 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $398,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,525 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 02825 is primarily White (86.76%). Residents are well-educated — 43.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.0%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02825 stands at 0.4%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 02825 in Foster, RI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,861 residents, a median household income of $110,177, and a median home value of $398,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.