| ZIP Code | 02896 |
|---|---|
| City | North Smithfield |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Providence County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 325 ft |
| Latitude | 41.975186 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.544069 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 4.8% ▼ 52% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.7% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 58 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,765 (21.3%) |
| Some College | 1,049 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 1,305 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,167 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,961 (35.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $109,436 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $423,500 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,282/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,759 |
| Vacant Units | 234 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,759 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 234 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 02896 is located in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, within Providence County. With a population of 11,683, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 02896 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,436 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02896 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $423,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,282 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 02896 is primarily White (93.97%). Residents are well-educated — 49.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.8%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02896 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 02896 in North Smithfield, RI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,683 residents, a median household income of $109,436, and a median home value of $423,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.