| ZIP Code | 02920 |
|---|---|
| City | Cranston |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| County | Providence County |
| Area Code | 401 |
| Elevation | 125 ft |
| Latitude | 41.767344 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.465508 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 44007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 448 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,520 (27.3%) |
| Some College | 2,991 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 3,557 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,433 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,893 (33.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,246 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $336,900 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,271/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,052 |
| Vacant Units | 395 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,052 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 395 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 02920 is located in Cranston, Rhode Island, within Providence County. With a population of 36,332, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.8 years. Economically, 02920 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,246 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 02920 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $336,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,271 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 02920 is majority White (64.92%). Residents are well-educated — 43.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 02920 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 02920 in Cranston, RI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 36,332 residents, a median household income of $79,246, and a median home value of $336,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Rhode Island.