| ZIP Code | 02886 |
|---|---|
| City | Warwick |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Kent County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 12 ft |
| Latitude | 41.701615 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.455217 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.1% ▲ 32% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 104 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,101 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 2,712 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 2,443 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,872 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,963 (37.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,037 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $334,400 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,300/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,669 |
| Vacant Units | 548 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,669 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 548 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 02886 is located in Warwick, Rhode Island, within Kent County. With a population of 30,925, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.5 years. Economically, 02886 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,037 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02886 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $334,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,300 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 02886 is primarily White (84.73%). Residents are well-educated — 51.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02886 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 02886 in Warwick, RI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,925 residents, a median household income of $91,037, and a median home value of $334,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.