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02878

Rhode Island · 16,189 residents · 29.1 sq mi
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ZIP 02878 is a ZIP code of 16,189 people in Newport County. At a median age of 51.1, this is an older place than the country as a whole. 81% of homes are owner-occupied. The poverty rate is 4.4%, under the national 12.5%. The foreign-born share is 7%. Median household income runs $106,036, well clear of the $82,259 US median. Among the 8 ZIP codes in Newport County, 02878 ranks 6th by median household income.

$106,036
US average: $82,259
$54,233
US average: $44,673
$411,900
US average: $376,019
40.4%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
29.1 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Under 18
14.8%
Age 65+
25.3%
48.2%
51.8%
2.30 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic90.8%(14,698)
Black1.9%(306)
Hispanic / Latino2.9%(468)
Asian0.6%(92)
Other3.9%(625)
22
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
3.9
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Within Newport County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST6TH 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 02878?

ZIP code 02878 has about 16,189 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 02878?

The typical household in ZIP code 02878 earns about $106,036 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 02878 expensive?

In ZIP code 02878, the median home is worth about $411,900, and the typical rent is about $1,247 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 02878?

About 40.4% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 02878 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 02878?

About 4.4% of people in ZIP code 02878 live below the federal poverty line.

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