Warwick

Kent County, Rhode Island

Population 171K |Median income $94,345 |1 hospital

Population

171,456

Kent County

Median Income

$94,345

+39% vs avg

Median Home Value

$366,100

+61% vs avg

Median Age

43.8

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

171K+4%

Median Income

$94,345+51%

Median Home Value

$366,100+66%

Poverty Rate

7.5%-14%

Unemployment

4.7%-51%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,327/mo

Poverty Rate

7.5% -47% vs avg

Unemployment 4.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 34.7%

Work From Home 11.9%

Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 85.2%

Asian 2.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%

African American 2.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

36.8%

Short Sleep Duration

34.6%

Obesity

33%

Physical Inactivity

23.7%

Binge Drinking

16.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.8%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.8%

Current Smoking

12.7%

Diabetes

11.8%

Current Asthma

11.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 85.6%

Dental Visit 73.1%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

6.4%

Lack of Health Insurance

6.3%

Stroke

3.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

KENT COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WARWICK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Warwick Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Franklin, Liberty, and Wakulla Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle Threatens Eastern Top End with Category 3 Winds

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Carpentaria District Due to Abnormally High Tides

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Upper Balonne River as Water Levels Ease at Surat and Warroo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Warwick, RI? ▼

Warwick, RI has a population of 171,456 people, located in Kent County, Rhode Island.

What is the median household income in Warwick? ▼

The median household income in Warwick, RI is $94,345 per year. The poverty rate is 7.5%.

What is the median home value in Warwick? ▼

The median home value in Warwick, RI is $366,100. Median rent is $1,327/month.

What are the top health concerns in Warwick? ▼

The top health indicators in Warwick include High Blood Pressure (36.8%), Short Sleep Duration (34.6%), Obesity (33%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Warwick? ▼

Warwick has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Warwick? ▼

The median age in Warwick, RI is 43.8 years. 34.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Warwick, RI is located in Kent County, Rhode Island. With a population of 171K and a median household income of $94,345, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Warwick area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Kent County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.