| ZIP Code | 02908 |
|---|---|
| City | Providence |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Providence County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 120 ft |
| Latitude | 41.839025 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.43925 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,278 (5.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,719 (32.5%) |
| Some College | 2,485 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 3,230 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,882 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,125 (30%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,341 ≈ Avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $293,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,381/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,160 |
| Vacant Units | 2,478 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,160 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,478 |
| Owner Occupied | 46.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 53.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 02908 is located in Providence, Rhode Island, within Providence County. With a population of 39,661, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.5 years. Economically, 02908 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,341 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02908 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $293,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,381 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (46.5%) and renters (53.5%). Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 02908 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 43.3%. Residents are moderately educated — 38.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.7%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02908 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 02908 in Providence, RI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 39,661 residents, a median household income of $74,341, and a median home value of $293,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.