Zip Code 02861
Pawtucket, Rhode Island — Providence County
📍 ZIP code 02861 is in Pawtucket, Providence County, Rhode Island.
ZIP code 02861 is located in Pawtucket, Providence County, Rhode Island. It is a zip code in the Eastern (EST/EDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 27,928. The area code for ZIP code 02861 is 401.
Quick Answer
Zip code 02861 is in Pawtucket, Rhode Island (Providence County). It has a population of 27,928, median household income of $83,044, and median home value of $285,200.
Population
27,928
Income
$83,044
Home Value
$285,200
Climate
84°F / 19°F
About Zip Code 02861
Zip code 02861 is located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, within Providence County. Home to approximately 27,928 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 84 ft and falls within the Eastern (EST/EDT) timezone. The local area code is 401.
The median household income is $83,044 per year, which is above the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $285,200, and the cost of living index is 99 (1% below the national average of 100).
Summers average a high of 84°F while winters drop to 19°F. The area receives about 52 in of rain and 42 in of snow annually. The zip code covers 3.6 square miles of land area and 0.1 square miles of water.
Key Statistics
27,928
$83,044
$285,200
Eastern (EST/EDT)
401
84 ft
3.6 sq mi
38.8
11,928
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Compare With Nearby Zip Codes
| Metric | 02861 | 02860 | 02863 | 02916 | 02771 | 02906 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Pawtucket, RI | Pawtucket, RI | Central Falls, RI | Rumford, RI | Seekonk, MA | Providence, RI |
| Population | 27,928 | 47,372 | 22,481 | 8,725 | 15,573 | 26,327 |
| Median Income | $83,044 | $59,954 | $45,921 | $96,293 | $116,310 | $102,796 |
| Home Value | $285,200 | $287,400 | $300,500 | $360,400 | $461,600 | $582,700 |
| Cost of Living | 99 | 86 | 75 | 121 | 151 | 176 |
| Median Age | 38.8 | 36.4 | 31.9 | 42.9 | 46.1 | 35.8 |
Cost of Living
100 = National Average. Pawtucket's cost of living is 1% below the national average.
vs. State Avg
Below
Affordability
Affordable
Income-to-Home
3.4x
Demographics
Zip code 02861 has a population of 27,928 people with a median age of 38.8. There are 11,928 housing units in this area.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
Pawtucket (02861) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↑ 24.0%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
84°F
19°F
52 in
42 in
Pawtucket experiences warm summers with average highs around 84°F. Winters are cold with lows averaging 19°F. With 42 in of annual snowfall, residents should be prepared for significant winter weather.
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Housing & Economy
Median Home Value
$285,200
Median Household Income
$83,044
With 11,928 housing units across 3.6 square miles, 02861 has a housing density of 3,313 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
Location & Geography
Latitude
41.8786°
Longitude
-71.3531°
Land Area
3.6 sq mi
Water Area
0.1 sq mi
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The five U.S. ZIP codes whose median household income is closest to 02861's $83,044. A way to compare Pawtucket to economically similar communities elsewhere in the country.
Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
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The five U.S. ZIP codes whose racial and ethnic composition most closely matches 02861 (Pawtucket, RI). Similarity is measured by cosine distance on the five-category ACS demographic vector.
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What zip code is Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
Pawtucket, Rhode Island uses zip code 02861 along with 1 other zip codes.
What county is zip code 02861 in?
Zip code 02861 is located in Providence County, Rhode Island.
What is the population of zip code 02861?
The population of zip code 02861 is 27,928 with a median age of 38.8.
Is 02861 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
Yes, zip code 02861 is in Pawtucket, Providence County, Rhode Island. The area code is 401.
Frequently Asked Questions
What city is zip code 02861 in?
Zip code 02861 is in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. It is part of Providence County and uses the Eastern (EST/EDT) timezone.
What is zip code 02861?
Zip code 02861 is a U.S. postal code in Pawtucket, Rhode Island (Providence County). It has a population of 27,928 and covers 3.6 square miles.
What is the population of zip code 02861?
The population of zip code 02861 (Pawtucket, RI) is 27,928 with a median age of 38.8. There are approximately 11,928 housing units in this area.
What is the median income in zip code 02861?
The median household income in zip code 02861 (Pawtucket, RI) is $83,044 per year. The cost of living index is 99 (100 = national average).
What is the average home price in zip code 02861?
The median home value in zip code 02861 (Pawtucket, RI) is $285,200. The cost of living index is 99 compared to the national average of 100.
What county is zip code 02861 in?
Zip code 02861 is located in Providence County, Rhode Island. The primary city is Pawtucket.
What is the area code for zip code 02861?
Zip code 02861 in Pawtucket, RI uses area code 401. It is located in the Eastern (EST/EDT) timezone.
Is zip code 02861 a good place to live?
Zip code 02861 (Pawtucket, RI) has a cost of living index of 99 (100 = national average), a median household income of $83,044, and median home values of $285,200. The median age is 38.8. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.
What is the cost of living in zip code 02861?
The cost of living index for zip code 02861 (Pawtucket, RI) is 99, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $285,200.
What schools serve zip code 02861?
Zip code 02861 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island is served by the local school district of Providence County. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.
All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.
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