| ZIP Code | 02881 |
|---|---|
| City | Kingston |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 240 ft |
| Latitude | 41.482429 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.52651 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 19.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.82 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 84.9% ▲ 119% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.6% ▲ 96% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 97 (8.4%) |
| Some College | 26 (2.3%) |
| Associates | 51 (4.4%) |
| Bachelors | 41 (3.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 939 (81.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $481,000 ▲ 73% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $1,368/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,247 |
| Vacant Units | 188 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,247 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 188 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.82 |
ZIP code 02881 is located in Kingston, Rhode Island, within Washington County. With a population of 7,183, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 19.8 years.
Real estate in ZIP code 02881 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $481,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,368 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.4%) and renters (56.6%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 02881 is primarily White (73.05%). Residents are highly educated — 84.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.9%.
The unemployment rate in 02881 stands at 9.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 51%.
Overall, ZIP code 02881 in Kingston, RI is characterized as highly educated, and a young community.