| ZIP Code | 02916 |
|---|---|
| City | Rumford |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Providence County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 65 ft |
| Latitude | 41.842661 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.352438 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 5.6% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.9% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 161 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,501 (23.5%) |
| Some College | 745 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 673 (10.5%) |
| Bachelors | 533 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,785 (43.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,293 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $360,400 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,267/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,941 |
| Vacant Units | 154 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,941 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 154 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 02916 is located in Rumford, Rhode Island, within Providence County. With a population of 8,725, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years. Economically, 02916 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,293 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02916 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $360,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,267 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 02916 is primarily White (87.98%). Residents are well-educated — 51.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.6%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02916 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 02916 in Rumford, RI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,725 residents, a median household income of $96,293, and a median home value of $360,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.