| ZIP Code | 02915 |
|---|---|
| City | Riverside |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Providence County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 34 ft |
| Latitude | 41.772177 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.354407 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.7% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 32% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 303 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,649 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 1,724 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 1,244 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,003 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,593 (36.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,558 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $317,600 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,482/mo ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,746 |
| Vacant Units | 387 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,746 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 387 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 02915 is located in Riverside, Rhode Island, within Providence County. With a population of 16,848, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.1 years. Economically, 02915 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $90,558 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02915 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $317,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,482 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 02915 is primarily White (77.33%). Residents are well-educated — 44.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02915 stands at 6.5%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 02915 in Riverside, RI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,848 residents, a median household income of $90,558, and a median home value of $317,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.