Warwick, Rhode Island Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Warwick, Rhode Island is 82,871 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest city in Rhode Island. The median household income is $87,536, the median home value is $322,000, and the median age is 44.6.
The population has grown 1.1% since 2010 (82,643 → 83,554).
82,871
Population
2368
People / sq mi
$87,536
Median Income
$322,000
Median Home Value
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Warwick covers 35.0 sq mi of land at 2368 people per square mile.
About Warwick, RI
Age is the most distinctive thing about Warwick: a median age of 44.6, older than the national median. With 82,871 residents, Warwick is a city in Rhode Island. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Rhode Island in the country, at #2 by population.
Median household income is $87,536, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.6%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $322,000, with typical rent around $1,299.
33.2% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.1%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Warwick — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Warwick city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Warwick city had a population of 82,643 in 2010 and 83,554 in 2024, a 1.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 83,554 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.08%.
83,554
Population (2024)
82,643
Population (2010)
83,554
Peak (2024)
0.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 82,643 |
| 2011 | 82,049 |
| 2012 | 81,700 |
| 2013 | 81,548 |
| 2014 | 81,710 |
| 2015 | 81,142 |
| 2016 | 81,027 |
| 2017 | 80,820 |
| 2018 | 80,966 |
| 2019 | 81,004 |
| 2020 | 82,862 |
| 2021 | 83,059 |
| 2022 | 83,141 |
| 2023 | 83,237 |
| 2024 | 83,554 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.1% |
| Black or African American | 3.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$87,536
Median Household Income
$47,757
Per Capita Income
3.6%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$322,000
Median Home Value
$1,299
Median Rent
73.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.1%
High School+
33.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.1%
Drive Alone
79.3%
Public Transit
11.1%
Work From Home
25.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.0%
Foreign Born
91.5%
Non-English at Home
7.3%
Veterans
16.1%
With Disability
96.6%
Health Insurance
93.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.6% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Information | 8.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.1% |
| Construction | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.5% |
| Public Administration | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Warwick, Rhode Island has a population of 82,871 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest city in Rhode Island.
The median household income in Warwick, Rhode Island is $87,536, with 3.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Warwick, Rhode Island is $322,000, with median monthly rent at $1,299 and a homeownership rate of 73.4%.
The median age in Warwick, Rhode Island is 44.6 years. The population is 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
The population has grown 1.1% since 2010 (82,643 → 83,554).
Warwick city, RI Climate
Warwick city, RI has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F) and receives about 1200 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.2°C
Avg Temp
1200
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 28° | 106 mm |
| February | -2° / 29° | 91 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 112 mm |
| April | 8° / 47° | 107 mm |
| May | 14° / 58° | 94 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 90 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 82 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 103 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 95 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 96 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 116 mm |
| December | 1° / 33° | 108 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Warwick city, RI
The most comfortable months to visit Warwick city, RI are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.