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02840

Rhode Island · 23,448 residents · 7.278 sq mi
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ZIP 02840 has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $86,250. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $746,900. Despite a median home value of $746,900, the poverty rate sits 32% above the US average — a pattern often seen in resort and college towns. Among the 8 ZIP codes in Newport County, 02840 ranks 8th by median household income.

$86,250
US average: $82,259
$746,900
US average: $376,019
57.2%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
14.2%
Age 65+
23.5%
45.4%
54.6%
1.97 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic74.7%(17,524)
Black5.5%(1,281)
Hispanic / Latino10.5%(2,459)
Asian2.3%(537)
Other7%(1,647)
Diversity Score52.8%(12,369)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Newport County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST8TH OF 8HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
02835$140,625
02837$134,750
02841$181,458
02842$101,948
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 02840?

ZIP code 02840 has about 23,448 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 02840?

The typical household in ZIP code 02840 earns about $86,250 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 02840 expensive?

In ZIP code 02840, the median home is worth about $746,900, and the typical rent is about $1,695 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 02840?

About 57.2% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 02840 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 02840?

About 16.5% of people in ZIP code 02840 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024