| ZIP Code | 02889 |
|---|---|
| City | Warwick |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Kent County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 14 ft |
| Latitude | 41.701286 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.377971 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 8.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 199 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,670 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 2,674 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 3,382 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,145 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,333 (27.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,617 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $299,900 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,216/mo ↑ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,947 |
| Vacant Units | 504 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,947 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 504 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 02889 is located in Warwick, Rhode Island, within Kent County. With a population of 27,533, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.2 years. Economically, 02889 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,617 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02889 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $299,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,216 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 02889 is primarily White (85.06%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.0%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02889 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 02889 in Warwick, RI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,533 residents, a median household income of $85,617, and a median home value of $299,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.