| ZIP Code | 02838 |
|---|---|
| City | Manville |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Providence County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 170 ft |
| Latitude | 41.965413 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.479359 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 10.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 59.9% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 367 (15.4%) |
| Some College | 382 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 192 (8.1%) |
| Bachelors | 200 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,222 (51.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,075 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $327,500 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,311/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,546 |
| Vacant Units | 95 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,546 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 95 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 02838 is located in Manville, Rhode Island, within Providence County. With a population of 4,007, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.1 years. Economically, 02838 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,075 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02838 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $327,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,311 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.6%) and renters (45.4%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 02838 is primarily White (83.00%). Residents are well-educated — 59.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.3%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02838 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 02838 in Manville, RI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 4,007 residents, a median household income of $82,075, and a median home value of $327,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.