| ZIP Code | 02852 |
|---|---|
| City | North Kingstown |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 48 ft |
| Latitude | 41.588565 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.459811 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 7.5% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.3% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 45 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,800 (17.2%) |
| Some College | 1,553 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 2,385 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,420 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,066 (49.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $112,457 ▲ 47% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $461,700 ▲ 66% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,188/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,589 |
| Vacant Units | 717 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,589 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 717 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 02852 is located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, within Washington County. With a population of 23,269, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 02852 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $112,457 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02852 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $461,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,188 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 02852 is primarily White (88.77%). Residents are well-educated — 58.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.5%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02852 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 02852 in North Kingstown, RI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,269 residents, a median household income of $112,457, and a median home value of $461,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.