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East Providence, RI

East Providence is a city in Providence County, Rhode Island, United States. The population was 47,139 at the 2020 census, making it the fifth-largest city in the state.

East Providence is located between the Providence and Seekonk Rivers on the west and the Seekonk area of Massachusetts on the east. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.6 square miles (43 km²), of which, 13.4 square miles (35 km²) of it is land and 3.2 square miles (8.3 km²) of it (19.33%) is water.

The 2020 United States census counted 47,139 people, 21,050 households, and 11,510 families in East Providence. The population density was 3,548.6 per square mile (1,370.1/km²). There were 22,196 housing units at an average density of 1,670.9 per square mile (645.1/km²). The racial makeup was 77.38% (36,474) white or European American (75.66% non-Hispanic white), 5.4% (2,547) black or African-American, 0.42% (199) Native American or Alaska Native, 2.11% (996) Asian, 0.04% (17) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 4.83% (2,277) from other races, and 9.82% (4,629) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 7.06% (3,328) of the population.

As of the census of 2000, there were 48,688 people, 20,530 households, and 12,851 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,632.1 inhabitants per square mile (1,402.4/km²). There were 21,309 housing units at an average density of 1,589.6 per square mile (613.7/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 86.49% White, 5.02% African American, 0.46% Native American, 1.15% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 2.80% from other races, and 4.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.89% of the population.

East Providence places a strong emphasis on health and wellness. Bradley Hospital, the nation's first psychiatric facility exclusively for children, was founded in 1931. It is a teaching hospital for the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Noetic Fitness, CrossFit East Providence, and Shape It Up Fitness. Explore the parks, trails, and recreational facilities managed by the East Providence Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces offer opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, hiking, and picnicking. Discover the walking and biking trails in East Providence, such as the East Bay Bike Path and Ten Mile River Greenway.

The top sites in East Providence, RI are Providence Children's Museum, Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, and Sabin Point Waterfront Park.

ZIP code: 02914. Population: 46,691 (2022). Area code: 401. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Area: 16.61 sq mi (43.01 km²).

FAQs

Is East Providence, RI a good place to live?

Living in East Providence offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In East Providence, there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in East Providence and residents tend to be liberal.

What is the poverty rate in East Providence, RI?

In 2021, East Providence, RI had a population of 47.2k people with a median age of 41.9 and a median household income of $65,016. Between 2020 and 2021 the population of East Providence, RI declined from 47,442 to 47,171, a −0.571% decrease and its median household income grew from $63,158 to $65,016, a 2.94% increase. In 2021, the median property value in East Providence, RI was $242,100, and the homeownership rate was 60.1%.

Is East Providence, RI a town or city?

East Providence, Rhode Island was incorporated as a Rhode Island town in 1862, after previously being part of the State of Massachusetts. East Providence later became a City in 1958. Today, East Providence exudes small-town charm with all of the benefits of living in a safe, well-maintained, and emerging metropolitan suburban community.

Sources:

Wikipedia

City of East Providence

Bradley Hospital

Noetic Fitness

CrossFit East Providence 

Shape It Up Fitness

East Providence Parks and Recreation Department

East Bay Bike Path 

Ten Mile River Greenway

Providence Children's Museum

Pomham Rocks Lighthouse

Sabin Point Waterfront Park

Niche

Data USA

East Providence Business

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