Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Quick Statistics
Pawtucket is a community in Providence County, Rhode Island, home to about 75,893 people spread across 8.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $40,171 a year, and a typical home is worth about $325,500. About 30.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 7 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Rhode Island towns GeoStat tracks, Pawtucket ranks number 4 of 36 in population, number 30 in median household income, number 32 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Pawtucket typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 19°F. The area sees roughly 42 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Central Falls, RI | 1.5 mi. | 22,701 |
| 2. | Providence, RI | 4.3 mi. | 191,767 |
| 3. | Lincoln, RI | 4.5 mi. | 21,105 |
| 4. | Seekonk, MA | 5.0 mi. | 13,722 |
| 5. | North Providence, RI | 5.1 mi. | 32,078 |
| 6. | East Providence, RI | 5.2 mi. | 47,281 |
| 7. | Attleboro, MA | 5.6 mi. | 46,762 |
| 8. | Rehoboth, MA | 6.8 mi. | 11,608 |
What is the population of Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
Pawtucket has a population of about 75,893 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Pawtucket, Rhode Island in?
Pawtucket is located in Providence County, Rhode Island.
What is the median home value in Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
The median home value in Pawtucket is about $325,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
The median personal income in Pawtucket is about $40,171 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
Since 1950, 8 tornadoes have been recorded in Providence County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 19 degrees, with around 42 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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