Providence-Warwick, RI-MA Metro Area

Providence-Warwick, RI-MA · Metro Area

1,684,071Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 6 counties, part of the Boston-Worcester-Providence, MA-RI-NH combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $87,040
Median home value: $422,500
Land area: 1,588 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Providence County, RI	Central	664,854	$78,787	$373,600
Bristol County, MA	Central	582,270	$85,625	$451,200
Kent County, RI	Central	171,456	$94,345	$366,100
Washington County, RI	Central	130,344	$106,638	$510,800
Newport County, RI	Central	84,657	$103,514	$609,700
Bristol County, RI	Central	50,490	$114,490	$513,800

Largest cities and towns

97 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Providence, RI	City	191,767	$68,119
New Bedford, MA	City	100,998	$56,981
Fall River, MA	City	94,082	$56,673
Cranston, RI	City	83,250	$90,206
Warwick, RI	City	83,175	$88,708
Pawtucket, RI	City	75,893	$68,310
Taunton, MA	City	60,433	$79,283
East Providence, RI	City	47,281	$75,912
Attleboro, MA	City	46,762	$98,954
Woonsocket, RI	City	43,521	$61,059
Cumberland, RI	Town	36,820	$117,522
Coventry, RI	Town	35,907	$102,946
North Providence, RI	Town	34,293	$83,756
Dartmouth, MA	Town	33,328	$99,839
South Kingstown, RI	Town	32,073	$108,960
West Warwick, RI	Town	31,173	$77,608
Johnston, RI	Town	29,835	$91,866
North Attleborough, MA	Town	29,075	$83,735
North Kingstown, RI	Town	27,859	$126,293
Easton, MA	Town	25,316	$124,271
Newport, RI	City	24,874	$86,313
Mansfield, MA	Town	23,931	$125,273
Westerly, RI	Town	23,333	$98,875
Lincoln, RI	Town	22,864	$104,821
Central Falls, RI	City	22,701	$49,285

Also in the Boston-Worcester-Providence, MA-RI-NH combined area

Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH · metro · 4,953,354 Worcester, MA · metro · 867,788 Manchester-Nashua, NH · metro · 426,378 Barnstable Town, MA · metro · 231,668 Concord, NH · micro · 155,967 Laconia, NH · micro · 64,659

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Unemployment

5.7%

College Educated

35.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$87,040

Mean Household Income

$113,849

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.0%

Female

51.0%

Population Split

Male49.0%

Female51.0%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish16.3%

Italian12.5%

English10.6%

French7.4%

German4.5%

Polish3.2%

African3.2%

Scottish1.6%

Mexican0.9%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

14.7%Foreign Born

85.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized55.8%

Non-Citizen44.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later32.9%

Before 201067.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

730,957

Median Rent

$1,307/mo

Median Home Value

$422,500

Median Year Built

1962

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

388,790

College Enrollment

25.3%

High School

20.9%

College Educated

35.3%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

26.6 min

Drive Alone Rate

73.2%

Public Transit

1.8%

Work From Home

12.4%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.4%

18-34 Years

23.1%

35-64 Years

39.1%

65+ Years

18.4%

Population Composition

Under 1819.4%

18-3423.1%

35-6439.1%

65+18.4%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

43.8%

Single Parent

6.5%

Living Alone

29.8%

Avg Size

2.41

Household Types

Married Couples43.8%

Single Parent6.5%

Living Alone29.8%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$46,322

SNAP Usage

16.0%

Health Insurance

96.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.1%

$25k - $50k14.6%

$50k - $100k26.5%

$100k+43.8%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

10.5%

Retail Trade

11.6%

Education & Health Care

26.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.2%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

91.2%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.5%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

101.8

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

106.2

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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