Rhode Island is a state in the Northeast region of the United States, known for the Narragansett Bay, historic mansions, and coastal charm. It has a population of 1,121,190, making it the 45th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Providence. Rhode Island has a tourism and manufacturing-based economy.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Rhode Island includes 72.34% White, 7.14% other race, 5.83% Black or African American, 3.48% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
White
Two or more races
Other race
Black or African American
Asian
Native American
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 792,361 | 72.34% |
| Two or more races | 117,222 | 10.7% |
| Other race | 78,252 | 7.14% |
| Black or African American | 63,862 | 5.83% |
| Asian | 38,149 | 3.48% |
| Native American | 4,855 | 0.44% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 670 | 0.06% |
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
Never Married
Rhode Island's average per capita income is $55,293. Household income levels show a median of $86,372. The poverty rate stands at 10.91%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $130,209 | $158,740 |
| Families | $109,979 | $136,801 |
| Households | $86,372 | $112,642 |
| Non Families | $49,005 | $67,874 |
Average Income
Median Household Income
Poverty Rate
Rhode Island’s population is dominated by Providence County with 667,000 residents and modest growth of 1.1% since 2020. While the inland counties show slight gains or minimal losses, coastal Newport County has experienced the steepest decline at 4.1%. Despite being the smallest state, population density varies significantly from Providence’s 1,631 people per square mile to Washington County‘s more modest 393, though all counties remain relatively densely populated compared to most U.S. counties.