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02878

Rhode Island · 16,189 residents · 29.065 sq mi
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ZIP 02878 is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $106,036. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $411,900. With a median age of 51.1, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Poverty is rare here, at 4.4% of residents. Among the 8 ZIP codes in Newport County, 02878 ranks 6th by median household income.

$106,036
US average: $82,259
$411,900
US average: $376,019
40.4%
US average: 35.6%
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)
Diversity Score21.6%(3,501)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
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