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02842

Rhode Island · 16,832 residents · 12.538 sq mi
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ZIP 02842 is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $101,948. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Median home value is $563,300. Among the 8 ZIP codes in Newport County, 02842 ranks 7th by median household income.

$101,948
US average: $82,259
$563,300
US average: $376,019
47.4%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
19.0%
Age 65+
22.3%
53.1%
46.9%
2.28 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic74.9%(12,615)
Black5.1%(864)
Hispanic / Latino9.3%(1,571)
Asian2.1%(354)
Other8.5%(1,428)
Diversity Score52.4%(8,822)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Newport County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST7TH OF 8HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
02835$140,625
02837$134,750
02840$86,250
02841$181,458
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 02842?

ZIP code 02842 has about 16,832 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 02842?

The typical household in ZIP code 02842 earns about $101,948 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 02842 expensive?

In ZIP code 02842, the median home is worth about $563,300, and the typical rent is about $1,990 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 02842?

About 47.4% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 02842 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 02842?

About 8.5% of people in ZIP code 02842 live below the federal poverty line.

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