| ZIP Code | 02882 |
|---|---|
| City | Narragansett |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 67 ft |
| Latitude | 41.417088 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.47227 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 18.9% ▲ 89% above avg |
| College Grads | 71.3% ▲ 84% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 85 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 968 (11.9%) |
| Some College | 547 (6.7%) |
| Associates | 728 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 682 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,106 (62.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,794 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $686,000 ▲ 146% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,661/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,870 |
| Vacant Units | 3,334 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,870 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,334 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 02882 is located in Narragansett, Rhode Island, within Washington County. With a population of 12,984, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.3 years. Economically, 02882 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,794 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02882 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $686,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,661 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 02882 is primarily White (93.27%). Residents are highly educated — 71.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.9%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02882 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 02882 in Narragansett, RI is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,984 residents, a median household income of $95,794, and a median home value of $686,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.