| ZIP Code | 02878 |
|---|---|
| City | Tiverton |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Newport County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 132 ft |
| Latitude | 41.606983 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.182634 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 5.5% ▼ 45% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.7% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 74 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,910 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 1,233 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 1,736 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,180 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,953 (41%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,542 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $367,400 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,228/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,747 |
| Vacant Units | 894 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,747 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 894 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 02878 is located in Tiverton, Rhode Island, within Newport County. With a population of 16,260, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.5 years. Economically, 02878 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,542 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02878 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $367,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,228 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 02878 is primarily White (90.87%). Residents are well-educated — 50.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02878 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 02878 in Tiverton, RI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,260 residents, a median household income of $99,542, and a median home value of $367,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.