| ZIP Code | 02888 |
|---|---|
| City | Warwick |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Kent County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 52 ft |
| Latitude | 41.748233 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.407942 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 122 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,672 (26.3%) |
| Some College | 1,673 (12%) |
| Associates | 2,454 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,620 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,436 (31.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,750 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $318,100 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,218/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,117 |
| Vacant Units | 377 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,117 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 377 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 02888 is located in Warwick, Rhode Island, within Kent County. With a population of 18,951, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.5 years. Economically, 02888 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,750 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02888 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $318,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,218 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 02888 is primarily White (81.35%). Residents are well-educated — 43.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02888 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 02888 in Warwick, RI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,951 residents, a median household income of $88,750, and a median home value of $318,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.