| ZIP Code | 02905 |
|---|---|
| City | Providence |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Providence County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 58 ft |
| Latitude | 41.785273 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.396227 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 17.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.2% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 10.8% ▲ 120% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 440 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,943 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 1,395 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 1,762 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,163 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,560 (34.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,126 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $322,700 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,103/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,361 |
| Vacant Units | 606 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,361 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 606 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 02905 is located in Providence, Rhode Island, within Providence County. With a population of 24,780, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.3 years. Economically, 02905 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,126 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02905 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $322,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,103 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.0%) and renters (49.0%). Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 02905 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 40.6%. Residents are well-educated — 43.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.1%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02905 stands at 10.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 02905 in Providence, RI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,780 residents, a median household income of $57,126, and a median home value of $322,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.