Population
Rhode Island has a population of 1,100,000 as of 2026, making it the #43 most populous state in the United States.
Rhode Island Rankings
Where Rhode Island places in every state-level dataset StatsPanda tracks. Each row opens the full ranking.
Rhode Island Population Clock
These statistics show the estimated changes to Rhode Island's population based on birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns from US Census Bureau data.
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| Rhode Island Population (as of 7/14/2026) | 1,100,000 |
| Births per day | 30 |
| Deaths per day | 25 |
| Net migrations per day | 5 |
| Net population change per day | +10 |
| Population change since Jan 1st | — |
Demographics
The racial composition of Rhode Island includes 74.60% White, 6.18% Black or African American, 3.46% Asian, 6.92% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Population by Race
Why is Hispanic separate? Following U.S. Census methodology, Hispanic or Latino origin is an ethnicity, not a race — people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. “All” shows the racial breakdown; the Hispanic and Non-Hispanic views show ethnicity, so the two groupings overlap rather than adding up to 100%.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 820,597 | 74.60% |
| Two or more races | 92,427 | 8.40% |
| Other race | 76,067 | 6.92% |
| Black or African American | 67,970 | 6.18% |
| Asian | 38,080 | 3.46% |
| Native American | 4,093 | 0.37% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 765 | 0.07% |
Rhode Island Marital Status
Population by Age and Gender
Median Age
Geography
Rhode Island's population numbers reveal some interesting trends in recent years. The state currently has a growth rate of 0.1%, which ranks 49th nationwide. Looking at the last confirmed census figures from 2010, Rhode Island had 1,052,567 residents, which was a modest increase of 0.4% over the 2000 census count. While the population growth has been fairly small compared to other states, Rhode Island remains an important part of New England and the broader United States. Key industries, attractions, and urban centers continue to draw new residents over time.
Economics and Income Statistics
Rhode Island's average per capita income is $43,324. Household income levels show a median of $81,370. The poverty rate stands at 11.22%.
Families: A family includes the owner or renter of the home along with everyone related to them - whether through birth, marriage, or adoption. This includes relatives like spouses, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and any other family members.
Households: A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit (such as a house or apartment) as their usual place of residence.
Non Families: A nonfamily household is either someone living alone or when the owner/renter lives with people they aren't related to, like roommates.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $104,033 | $133,162 |
| Families | $104,033 | $137,324 |
| Households | $81,370 | — |
| Non Families | $46,544 | $66,092 |
Income & Poverty
Largest Cities in Rhode Island
The largest city in Rhode Island is Providence with a population of 179,883.
| Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Providence | 179,883 |
| 2 | Warwick | 81,731 |
| 3 | Cranston | 81,125 |
| 4 | Pawtucket | 72,001 |
| 5 | East Providence | 47,475 |
| 6 | Woonsocket | 41,451 |
| 7 | Coventry | 35,014 |
| 8 | Cumberland | 35,658 |
| 9 | North Providence | 32,962 |
| 10 | West Warwick | 29,268 |
Population by County
Rhode Island's population shows distinct regional patterns, with the most populous counties concentrated in metropolitan areas. The most dramatic growth is occurring in suburban areas, while rural and some urban areas show more mixed trends.
Counties in Rhode Island →Population by County
Population Growth by County
Population Density by County
Research Papers Related to Rhode Island
Sources
Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program.
Detailed demographic and economic data for Rhode Island.
Quick access to state-level statistics and comparisons.
Data Methodology
Population totals are sourced from the latest available US Census Bureau data. Totals for the current year are projected using each state's USCB data and previous year population growth rate. Growth rates are calculated based on births, deaths, and net migration estimates.