Providence County's 2026 population is estimated at 681,684, reflecting a 0.52% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Providence County is the largest county in Rhode Island. The 2010 population was 627,868 and has grown 8.57% since 2010.
Overall: 38 years
Female: 39.3 years
Male: 37 years
There are 530,914 adults, (108,512 of whom are seniors) in Providence County.
Female: 338,139 (50.9%)
Male: 326,715 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Providence County includes 59.64% White, 11.61% other race, 7.88% Black or African American, 4.24% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 396,508 | 59.64% |
| Two or more races | 105,678 | 15.89% |
| Other race | 77,207 | 11.61% |
| Black or African American | 52,364 | 7.88% |
| Asian | 28,206 | 4.24% |
| Native American | 4,298 | 0.65% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 593 | 0.09% |
Providence County 's average per capita income is $53,207. Household income levels show a median of $78,787. The poverty rate stands at 13.41%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $123,261 | $146,522 |
| Families | $99,120 | $123,871 |
| Households | $78,787 | $103,330 |
| Non Families | $47,520 | $66,193 |
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