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East Providence Overview

47,012
TOTAL POPULATION
23,369
MALE POPULATION
23,643
FEMALE POPULATION
98.84
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.17
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,159
PER CAPITA INCOME
$103,175
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,736
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
14.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
85.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,335
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
25,817
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

East Providence Zip Codes

East Providence Area Codes

Race in East Providence

The most populous races in East Providence are White / Caucasian (37,592 | 80.0%), Hispanic or Latino (3,848 | 8.2%), and Two or more Races (3,708 | 7.9%).
Race in East Providence
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,0472.2%
Black / African American2,7505.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific210.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,8488.2%
Native / Alaskan880.2%
White / Caucasian37,59280.0%
Two or more Races3,7087.9%
Some other Race1,8063.8%
Total47,012100.0%

Ancestry in East Providence

The most populous ancestries reported in East Providence are Portuguese (10,733 | 22.8%), Irish (8,111 | 17.2%), English (4,983 | 10.6%), Italian (4,652 | 9.9%), and French (3,559 | 7.6%), together accounting for 68.1% of all East Providence residents.
Ancestry in East Providence
Ancestry# Population% Population
African610.1%
American1,4443.1%
Arab2950.6%
Armenian2840.6%
Austrian320.1%
Barbadian1020.2%
Bhutanese360.1%
Blackfeet120.0%
Brazilian4541.0%
British1570.3%
British West Indian250.1%
Canadian1140.2%
Cape Verdean1,4113.0%
Central American2720.6%
Central American Indian110.0%
Cherokee830.2%
Choctaw210.0%
Colombian1360.3%
Costa Rican150.0%
Cuban1190.3%
Czech580.1%
Czechoslovakian110.0%
Danish1040.2%
Dominican7141.5%
Dutch2550.5%
Eastern European780.2%
English4,98310.6%
European4380.9%
Finnish230.1%
French3,5597.6%
French Canadian1,8093.8%
German1,8083.8%
German Russian170.0%
Greek6141.3%
Guatemalan1650.4%
Haitian1680.4%
Hungarian1030.2%
Indian (Asian)3420.7%
Iranian160.0%
Irish8,11117.2%
Iroquois860.2%
Italian4,6529.9%
Jamaican470.1%
Japanese1860.4%
Korean1980.4%
Lebanese970.2%
Liberian120.0%
Lithuanian460.1%
Malaysian370.1%
Mexican3860.8%
Mexican American Indian580.1%
Native Hawaiian210.0%
Navajo90.0%
Nicaraguan920.2%
Nigerian360.1%
Northern European390.1%
Norwegian2330.5%
Palestinian290.1%
Peruvian1360.3%
Polish1,7343.7%
Portuguese10,73322.8%
Puerto Rican1,8734.0%
Romanian60.0%
Russian7481.6%
Scandinavian660.1%
Scotch-Irish1440.3%
Scottish7141.5%
Seminole860.2%
Slavic40.0%
Slovak110.0%
Somali150.0%
South American2720.6%
Spaniard1300.3%
Spanish340.1%
Sri Lankan330.1%
Subsaharan African1,5233.2%
Swedish1,0482.2%
Swiss320.1%
Syrian660.1%
Thai3700.8%
Ukrainian420.1%
Welsh940.2%
West Indian410.1%
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Immigrants in East Providence

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in East Providence came from Europe (4,371 | 9.3%), Southern Europe (3,851 | 8.2%), Portugal (3,814 | 8.1%), Latin America (1,346 | 2.9%), and Azores (1,201 | 2.5%), together accounting for 31.0% of all East Providence residents.
Immigrants in East Providence
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa3750.8%
Asia8831.9%
Australia130.0%
Azores1,2012.5%
Barbados180.0%
Brazil3730.8%
Cabo Verde3120.7%
Cambodia610.1%
Canada810.2%
Caribbean4911.0%
Central America2100.4%
China2150.5%
Colombia1360.3%
Costa Rica150.0%
Cuba460.1%
Dominican Republic3590.8%
Eastern Asia2400.5%
Eastern Europe3290.7%
England360.1%
Europe4,3719.3%
France340.1%
Germany570.1%
Guatemala840.2%
Haiti390.1%
Hong Kong210.0%
Hungary310.1%
India3190.7%
Iran160.0%
Ireland40.0%
Italy360.1%
Japan250.1%
Kazakhstan180.0%
Latin America1,3462.9%
Liberia160.0%
Mexico1110.2%
Middle Africa20.0%
Netherlands220.1%
Nigeria270.1%
Northern Africa180.0%
Northern Europe780.2%
Oceania130.0%
Peru1360.3%
Philippines1230.3%
Poland90.0%
Portugal3,8148.1%
Romania60.0%
Russia2830.6%
Scotland240.1%
South America6451.4%
South Central Asia3530.7%
South Eastern Asia1970.4%
Southern Europe3,8518.2%
Spain10.0%
Syria800.2%
Vietnam130.0%
Western Africa3550.8%
Western Asia930.2%
Western Europe1130.2%
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Sex and Age in East Providence

Sex and Age in East Providence

The most populous age groups in East Providence are 30 to 34 Years (1,886 | 8.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (2,189 | 9.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in East Providence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,420 (6.1%)1,075 (4.5%)
5 to 9 Years966 (4.1%)905 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Years1,370 (5.9%)1,148 (4.9%)
15 to 19 Years570 (2.4%)800 (3.4%)
20 to 24 Years1,464 (6.3%)1,282 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years1,825 (7.8%)1,369 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years1,886 (8.1%)1,990 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Years1,716 (7.3%)1,939 (8.2%)
40 to 44 Years1,463 (6.3%)948 (4.0%)
45 to 49 Years1,309 (5.6%)1,200 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years1,772 (7.6%)1,467 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years1,664 (7.1%)1,766 (7.5%)
60 to 64 Years1,638 (7.0%)2,189 (9.3%)
65 to 69 Years1,355 (5.8%)1,527 (6.5%)
70 to 74 Years1,386 (5.9%)1,166 (4.9%)
75 to 79 Years810 (3.5%)1,100 (4.6%)
80 to 84 Years267 (1.1%)615 (2.6%)
85 Years and over488 (2.1%)1,157 (4.9%)
Total23,369 (100.0%)23,643 (100.0%)

Families and Households in East Providence

Median Family Size in East Providence

The median family size in East Providence is 3.00 persons per family, with married-couple families (8,321 | 73.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.13 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (886 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.59 persons per family.
Median Family Size in East Providence
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple8,321 (73.0%)3.13
Single Male/Father886 (7.8%)2.59
Single Female/Mother2,186 (19.2%)2.69
Total Families11,393 (100.0%)3.00

Median Household Size in East Providence

The median household size in East Providence is 2.27 persons per household, with married-couple households (8,321 | 40.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.17 persons per household. non-family households (9,017 | 44.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in East Providence
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple8,321 (40.8%)3.17
Single Male/Father886 (4.3%)3.08
Single Female/Mother2,186 (10.7%)2.99
Non-family9,017 (44.2%)1.18
Total Households20,410 (100.0%)2.27

Household Size by Marriage Status in East Providence

Out of a total of 20,410 households in East Providence, 11,393 (55.8%) are family households, while 9,017 (44.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,493, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 7,592.
Household Size by Marriage Status in East Providence
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-7,592 (37.2%)
2-Person Households5,493 (26.9%)1,371 (6.7%)
3-Person Households2,566 (12.6%)50 (0.2%)
4-Person Households2,200 (10.8%)4 (0.0%)
5-Person Households851 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households139 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households144 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total11,393 (55.8%)9,017 (44.2%)

Female Fertility in East Providence

Fertility by Age in East Providence

Average fertility rate in East Providence is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 84.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 63.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in East Providence
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years388 (63.1%)84.0
35 to 50 years227 (36.9%)52.0
Total615 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Providence

68.3% of women with births (615) in East Providence are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 45.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 7.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Providence
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years211 (54.4%)177 (45.6%)
35 to 50 years209 (92.1%)18 (7.9%)
Total420 (68.3%)195 (31.7%)

Fertility by Education in East Providence

Average fertility rate in East Providence is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 105.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 31.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in East Providence
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School61 (9.9%)48.0
High School Diploma191 (31.1%)105.0
College or Associate's Degree140 (22.8%)47.0
Bachelor's Degree69 (11.2%)33.0
Graduate Degree154 (25.0%)93.0
Total615 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Providence

31.7% of women with births in East Providence are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 70.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Providence
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma101 (52.9%)90 (47.1%)
College or Associate's Degree42 (30.0%)98 (70.0%)
Bachelor's Degree62 (89.9%)7 (10.1%)
Graduate Degree154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total420 (68.3%)195 (31.7%)

Income in East Providence

Income Overview in East Providence

Per Capita Income in East Providence is $42,159, while median incomes of families and households are $103,175 and $71,736 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income47,012$42,159
Median Family Income11,393$103,175
Mean Family Income11,393$120,904
Median Household Income20,410$71,736
Mean Household Income20,410$93,229
Income Deficit11,393$9,335
Wage / Income Gap (%)47,01214.40%
Wage / Income Gap ($)47,01285.60¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index47,0120.46

Earnings by Sex in East Providence

Average Earnings in East Providence are $47,405, $51,534 for men and $44,115 for women, a difference of 14.4%.
Earnings by Sex in East Providence
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male13,381 (50.9%)$51,534
Female12,894 (49.1%)$44,115
Total26,275 (100.0%)$47,405

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Providence

The most common earnings brackets in East Providence are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (2,005 | 15.0%) and $100,000+ for women (1,441 | 11.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Providence
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less502 (3.7%)720 (5.6%)
$2,500 to $4,999175 (1.3%)165 (1.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499360 (2.7%)285 (2.2%)
$7,500 to $9,999372 (2.8%)353 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499321 (2.4%)312 (2.4%)
$12,500 to $14,999290 (2.2%)313 (2.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499145 (1.1%)217 (1.7%)
$17,500 to $19,999300 (2.2%)264 (2.1%)
$20,000 to $22,499319 (2.4%)294 (2.3%)
$22,500 to $24,999247 (1.8%)525 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999553 (4.1%)432 (3.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999805 (6.0%)995 (7.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999474 (3.5%)757 (5.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999889 (6.6%)982 (7.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999609 (4.5%)631 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,999843 (6.3%)468 (3.6%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,081 (8.1%)1,364 (10.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,245 (9.3%)992 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,005 (15.0%)1,384 (10.7%)
$100,000+1,846 (13.8%)1,441 (11.2%)
Total13,381 (100.0%)12,894 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Providence

Average earnings in East Providence are $56,414 for men and $47,149 for women, a difference of 16.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $75,096, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $42,376. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $80,268, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $33,949.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Providence
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$42,376$33,949
High School Diploma$49,776$36,889
College or Associate's Degree$57,268$43,781
Bachelor's Degree$72,285$64,215
Graduate Degree$75,096$80,268
Total$56,414$47,149

Family Income in East Providence

Family Income Brackets in East Providence

According to the East Providence family income data, there are 2,974 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.1% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 273 families (2.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in East Providence
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003302.9%
$10,000 to $14,9993082.7%
$15,000 to $24,9992732.4%
$25,000 to $34,9996725.9%
$35,000 to $49,9996385.6%
$50,000 to $74,9991,59514.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991,65214.5%
$100,000 to $149,9992,97426.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991,65214.5%
$200,000+1,29911.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Providence

7+ person families (45 | 0.4%) account for the highest median family income in East Providence with $190,956 per family, while 2-person families (5,970 | 52.4%) have the highest median income of $41,770 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Providence
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families5,970 (52.4%)$83,540
3-Person Families2,450 (21.5%)$113,250
4-Person Families2,101 (18.4%)$131,458
5-Person Families717 (6.3%)$101,859
6-Person Families110 (1.0%)$170,781
7+ Person Families45 (0.4%)$190,956
Total11,393 (100.0%)$103,175

Family Income by Number of Earners in East Providence

The median family income in East Providence is $103,175, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,401) having the highest median family income of $171,771, while families with no earners (1,712) have the lowest median family income of $35,263, accounting for 12.3% and 15.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in East Providence
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,712 (15.0%)$35,263
1 Earner3,125 (27.4%)$69,427
2 Earners5,155 (45.3%)$122,263
3+ Earners1,401 (12.3%)$171,771
Total11,393 (100.0%)$103,175

Household Income in East Providence

Household Income Brackets in East Providence

With 3,878 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in East Providence, accounting for 19.0% of all households. In contrast, only 959 households (4.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in East Providence
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009594.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991,1025.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991,7148.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991,9809.7%
$35,000 to $49,9991,7968.8%
$50,000 to $74,9992,95914.5%
$75,000 to $99,9992,55112.5%
$100,000 to $149,9993,87819.0%
$150,000 to $199,9992,0219.9%
$200,000+1,4497.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in East Providence

The median household income in East Providence is $71,736, with the highest median household income of $89,871 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,115 households (30.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $34,350, with 286 households (1.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in East Providence
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years286 (1.4%)$34,350
25 to 44 Years6,115 (30.0%)$89,871
45 to 64 Years7,517 (36.8%)$88,651
65+ Years6,492 (31.8%)$39,596
Total20,410 (100.0%)$71,736

Poverty in East Providence

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Providence

With 11.3% poverty level for males and 10.5% for females among the residents of East Providence, 15 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 33 males (29.2%) and 87 females (23.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Providence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years197 (14.1%)91 (8.7%)
5 Years20 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years315 (25.0%)96 (8.3%)
12 to 14 Years140 (16.3%)62 (9.4%)
15 Years33 (29.2%)5 (2.9%)
16 and 17 Years49 (20.3%)87 (23.8%)
18 to 24 Years263 (15.7%)208 (13.6%)
25 to 34 Years189 (5.1%)614 (18.3%)
35 to 44 Years426 (13.4%)291 (10.1%)
45 to 54 Years276 (9.0%)224 (8.5%)
55 to 64 Years227 (7.0%)133 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years266 (10.0%)287 (10.8%)
75 Years and over202 (13.9%)338 (12.9%)
Total2,603 (11.3%)2,436 (10.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Providence

According to the poverty statistics in East Providence, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.9% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Providence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,196 (85.9%)953 (91.3%)
5 Years179 (89.9%)173 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years947 (75.0%)1,068 (91.7%)
12 to 14 Years720 (83.7%)597 (90.6%)
15 Years80 (70.8%)169 (97.1%)
16 and 17 Years193 (79.7%)279 (76.2%)
18 to 24 Years1,415 (84.3%)1,327 (86.5%)
25 to 34 Years3,508 (94.9%)2,745 (81.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,748 (86.6%)2,596 (89.9%)
45 to 54 Years2,788 (91.0%)2,417 (91.5%)
55 to 64 Years3,036 (93.0%)3,790 (96.6%)
65 to 74 Years2,387 (90.0%)2,362 (89.2%)
75 Years and over1,248 (86.1%)2,286 (87.1%)
Total20,445 (88.7%)20,762 (89.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Providence

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in East Providence show that 2.2% or 187 of the total 8,321 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 11.8%, comprising of 27 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.6%, which includes 43 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Providence
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children5,215 (97.8%)117 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children2,717 (98.4%)43 (1.6%)
3 or 4 Children202 (88.2%)27 (11.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,134 (97.8%)187 (2.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Providence

According to the poverty data in East Providence, 5.2% or 46 single-father households and 28.0% or 613 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (14.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 545 households (54.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Providence
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)34 (3.2%)
1 or 2 Children38 (13.5%)545 (54.9%)
3 or 4 Children8 (14.0%)34 (30.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (5.2%)613 (28.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in East Providence

The poverty data for East Providence shows that 187 of the married-couple family households (2.2%) and 659 of the single-parent households (21.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (11.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 583 household (45.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in East Providence
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children117 (2.2%)34 (2.1%)
1 or 2 Children43 (1.6%)583 (45.8%)
3 or 4 Children27 (11.8%)42 (24.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total187 (2.2%)659 (21.4%)

Employment Characteristics in East Providence

Employment by Class of Employer in East Providence

Among the 23,765 employed individuals in East Providence, private company employees (16,149 | 67.9%), not-for-profit organizations (3,128 | 13.2%), and local government employees (1,578 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in East Providence
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees16,14967.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)7443.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,0384.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations3,12813.2%
Local Government Employees1,5786.6%
State Government Employees6652.8%
Federal Government Employees4631.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total23,765100.0%

Employment Status by Age in East Providence

According to the labor force statistics for East Providence, out of the total population over 16 years of age (39,841), 64.8% or 25,817 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 1,446 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.3% or 2,820 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.8% or 63 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in East Providence
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years426 (39.3%)63 (14.8%)
20 to 24 Years1,919 (69.9%)117 (6.1%)
25 to 29 Years2,820 (88.3%)400 (14.2%)
30 to 34 Years3,213 (82.9%)174 (5.4%)
35 to 44 Years5,271 (86.9%)142 (2.7%)
45 to 54 Years4,673 (81.3%)248 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years2,867 (83.6%)83 (2.9%)
60 to 64 Years2,748 (71.8%)110 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,478 (27.2%)90 (6.1%)
75 Years and over399 (9.0%)20 (5.0%)
Total25,817 (64.8%)1,446 (5.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Providence

According to labor force statistics for East Providence, 82.6% of individuals (21,592) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (26,141) are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 1,144 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 89.9% or 6,344 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.5% or 543 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Providence
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,940 (67.4%)124 (4.3%)
High School Diploma5,174 (73.7%)737 (10.5%)
College / Associate Degree6,344 (89.9%)176 (2.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher8,138 (88.6%)413 (4.5%)
Total21,592 (82.6%)1,385 (5.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in East Providence

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Providence are Community & Social Service (2,762 | 11.3%), Management (2,385 | 9.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,600 | 6.6%), Education Instruction & Library (1,535 | 6.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (1,430 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in East Providence

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Providence, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (79.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.8%), and Computers & Mathematics (75.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (79.6%), Education, Arts & Media (77.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in East Providence
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,267 (53.1%)1,118 (46.9%)
Business & Financial724 (54.6%)602 (45.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,098 (76.8%)332 (23.2%)
Computers & Mathematics571 (75.8%)182 (24.2%)
Architecture & Engineering418 (79.9%)105 (20.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science109 (70.8%)45 (29.2%)
Community & Social Service 900 (32.6%)1,862 (67.4%)
Education, Arts & Media131 (22.2%)459 (77.8%)
Legal Services & Support100 (25.5%)292 (74.5%)
Education Instruction & Library563 (36.7%)972 (63.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment106 (43.3%)139 (56.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating365 (22.8%)1,235 (77.2%)
Health Technologists234 (20.4%)912 (79.6%)
Total (Category)4,354 (45.8%)5,149 (54.2%)
Total (Overall)12,244 (50.3%)12,107 (49.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in East Providence are Healthcare Support (1,160 | 4.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (1,050 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (827 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (780 | 3.2%), and Personal Care & Service (505 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in East Providence

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in East Providence, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (88.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (68.3%), and Security & Protection (64.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (78.8%), Healthcare Support (75.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (59.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in East Providence
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support280 (24.1%)880 (75.9%)
Security & Protection505 (64.7%)275 (35.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention260 (51.8%)242 (48.2%)
Law Enforcement245 (88.1%)33 (11.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving423 (40.3%)627 (59.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance565 (68.3%)262 (31.7%)
Personal Care & Service107 (21.2%)398 (78.8%)
Total (Category)1,880 (43.5%)2,442 (56.5%)
Total (Overall)12,244 (50.3%)12,107 (49.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in East Providence are Office & Administration (3,158 | 13.0%), and Sales & Related (2,367 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in East Providence

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in East Providence
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related985 (41.6%)1,382 (58.4%)
Office & Administration704 (22.3%)2,454 (77.7%)
Total (Category)1,689 (30.6%)3,836 (69.4%)
Total (Overall)12,244 (50.3%)12,107 (49.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in East Providence are Construction & Extraction (1,305 | 5.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (877 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (78 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in East Providence

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in East Providence
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry40 (51.3%)38 (48.7%)
Construction & Extraction1,282 (98.2%)23 (1.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair855 (97.5%)22 (2.5%)
Total (Category)2,177 (96.3%)83 (3.7%)
Total (Overall)12,244 (50.3%)12,107 (49.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in East Providence are Production (1,224 | 5.0%), Material Moving (930 | 3.8%), and Transportation (587 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in East Providence

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in East Providence
OccupationMaleFemale
Production985 (80.5%)239 (19.5%)
Transportation446 (76.0%)141 (24.0%)
Material Moving713 (76.7%)217 (23.3%)
Total (Category)2,144 (78.2%)597 (21.8%)
Total (Overall)12,244 (50.3%)12,107 (49.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in East Providence

Employment Industries in East Providence

The major employment industries in East Providence include Health Care & Social Assistance (4,801 | 19.7%), Retail Trade (3,329 | 13.7%), Educational Services (2,239 | 9.2%), Manufacturing (1,922 | 7.9%), and Professional & Scientific (1,789 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in East Providence

Employment Industries by Sex in East Providence

The East Providence industries that see more men than women are Utilities (90.8%), Construction (87.7%), and Manufacturing (74.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75.3%), and Finance & Insurance (63.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in East Providence
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting76 (66.7%)38 (33.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction30 (73.2%)11 (26.8%)
Construction1,519 (87.7%)213 (12.3%)
Manufacturing1,422 (74.0%)500 (26.0%)
Wholesale Trade357 (60.5%)233 (39.5%)
Retail Trade1,600 (48.1%)1,729 (51.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing790 (65.9%)408 (34.1%)
Utilities149 (90.8%)15 (9.1%)
Information131 (48.7%)138 (51.3%)
Finance & Insurance554 (36.2%)976 (63.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing212 (72.1%)82 (27.9%)
Professional & Scientific877 (49.0%)912 (51.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support590 (65.5%)311 (34.5%)
Educational Services856 (38.2%)1,383 (61.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,185 (24.7%)3,616 (75.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation174 (47.7%)191 (52.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services419 (40.3%)622 (59.8%)
Public Administration680 (72.7%)256 (27.4%)
Total12,244 (50.3%)12,107 (49.7%)

Education in East Providence

School Enrollment in East Providence

The most common levels of schooling among the 8,520 students in East Providence are middle school (1,796 | 21.1%), elementary school (1,701 | 20.0%), and college / undergraduate (1,575 | 18.5%).
School Enrollment in East Providence
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6137.2%
Kindergarten3103.6%
Elementary School1,70120.0%
Middle School1,79621.1%
High School1,47117.3%
College / Undergraduate1,57518.5%
Graduate / Professional1,05412.4%
Total8,520100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Providence

Out of a total of 8,520 students who are enrolled in schools in East Providence, 2,113 (24.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,407 (75.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 518 (65.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 300 (92.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Providence
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds397 (81.5%)90 (18.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,534 (85.5%)261 (14.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,126 (85.2%)368 (14.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds740 (82.5%)157 (17.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds300 (92.3%)25 (7.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds706 (72.6%)267 (27.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds333 (43.7%)429 (56.3%)
35 Years and over269 (34.2%)518 (65.8%)
Total6,407 (75.2%)2,113 (24.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Providence

Business (2,047 | 16.9%), education (1,419 | 11.7%), science & technology (1,357 | 11.2%), social sciences (1,067 | 8.8%), and psychology (886 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 12,144 individuals in East Providence who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Providence
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3332.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7776.4%
Physical & Health Sciences1971.6%
Psychology8867.3%
Social Sciences1,0678.8%
Engineering8116.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies330.3%
Science & Technology1,35711.2%
Business2,04716.9%
Education1,41911.7%
Literature & Languages8426.9%
Liberal Arts & History5754.7%
Visual & Performing Arts6625.4%
Communications4954.1%
Arts & Humanities6435.3%
Total12,144100.0%

Transportation & Commute in East Providence

Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Providence

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in East Providence are males with 2 vehicles (5,245, accounting for 43.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,034, making up 45.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Providence
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle534 (4.4%)183 (1.6%)
1 Vehicle2,084 (17.2%)3,147 (27.2%)
2 Vehicles5,245 (43.2%)5,034 (43.4%)
3 Vehicles2,441 (20.1%)2,017 (17.4%)
4 Vehicles1,025 (8.5%)751 (6.5%)
5 or more Vehicles806 (6.6%)461 (4.0%)
Total12,135 (100.0%)11,593 (100.0%)

Commute Time in East Providence

The most frequently occuring commute durations in East Providence are 10 to 14 minutes (4,577 commuters, 21.1%), 20 to 24 minutes (3,478 commuters, 16.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (3,397 commuters, 15.7%).
Commute Time in East Providence
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5172.4%
5 to 9 Minutes2,1129.7%
10 to 14 Minutes4,57721.1%
15 to 19 Minutes3,39715.7%
20 to 24 Minutes3,47816.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1,2565.8%
30 to 34 Minutes2,72012.6%
35 to 39 Minutes6292.9%
40 to 44 Minutes7573.5%
45 to 59 Minutes1,0224.7%
60 to 89 Minutes7103.3%
90 or more Minutes4992.3%

Commute Time by Sex in East Providence

The most common commute times in East Providence are 10 to 14 minutes (2,048 commuters, 18.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (2,529 commuters, 24.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in East Providence
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes186 (1.6%)331 (3.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,040 (9.1%)1,072 (10.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,048 (18.0%)2,529 (24.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,972 (17.3%)1,425 (13.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,808 (15.9%)1,670 (16.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes749 (6.6%)507 (4.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,369 (12.0%)1,351 (13.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes404 (3.5%)225 (2.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes336 (2.9%)421 (4.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes704 (6.2%)318 (3.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes529 (4.6%)181 (1.8%)
90 or more Minutes244 (2.1%)255 (2.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Providence

The most frequent times of departure to work in East Providence are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,883, 16.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,808, 17.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Providence
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM526 (4.6%)295 (2.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM396 (3.5%)241 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM889 (7.8%)242 (2.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM851 (7.5%)807 (7.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,461 (12.8%)868 (8.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,883 (16.5%)1,269 (12.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,601 (14.1%)1,391 (13.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,144 (10.0%)1,808 (17.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM478 (4.2%)786 (7.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM697 (6.1%)918 (8.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM58 (0.5%)498 (4.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM64 (0.6%)172 (1.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM690 (6.1%)700 (6.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM651 (5.7%)290 (2.8%)
Total11,389 (100.0%)10,285 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in East Providence

Occupancy by Ownership in East Providence

Of the total 20,410 dwellings in East Providence, owner-occupied units account for 12,327 (60.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 8,083 (39.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in East Providence
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units12,32760.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units8,08339.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units20,410100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in East Providence

Occupancy by Household Size in East Providence
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household7,59237.2%
2-Person Household6,86433.6%
3-Person Household2,61612.8%
4+ Person Household3,33816.4%
Total Housing Units20,410100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Providence

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Providence
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household3,325 (43.8%)4,267 (56.2%)
2-Person Household4,666 (68.0%)2,198 (32.0%)
3-Person Household1,742 (66.6%)874 (33.4%)
4+ Person Household2,594 (77.7%)744 (22.3%)
Total Housing Units12,327 (60.4%)8,083 (39.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Providence

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Providence
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,055 (44.0%)1,345 (56.0%)
High School Diploma3,040 (60.0%)2,026 (40.0%)
College/Associate Degree3,504 (60.8%)2,264 (39.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,728 (65.9%)2,448 (34.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Providence

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Providence
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3,17115.5%
35 to 44 Years3,23015.8%
45 to 54 Years3,44816.9%
55 to 64 Years4,06919.9%
65 to 74 Years3,47717.0%
75 to 84 Years1,7978.8%
85 Years and Over1,2186.0%
Total20,410100.0%

Housing Finances in East Providence

Median Income by Occupancy in East Providence

Median Income by Occupancy in East Providence
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied12,327 (60.4%)$99,819
Renter-Occupied8,083 (39.6%)$37,332
Average20,410 (100.0%)$71,736

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Providence

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Providence
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000183 (1.5%)493 (6.1%)
$5,000 to $9,99930 (0.2%)245 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999262 (2.1%)843 (10.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999202 (1.6%)413 (5.1%)
$20,000 to $24,999428 (3.5%)674 (8.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999692 (5.6%)1,283 (15.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999898 (7.3%)897 (11.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,931 (15.7%)1,019 (12.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,542 (12.5%)1,017 (12.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,023 (24.5%)858 (10.6%)
$150,000 or more3,136 (25.4%)341 (4.2%)
Total12,327 (100.0%)8,083 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Providence

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Providence
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300189 (1.5%)623 (7.7%)
$300 to $499506 (4.1%)781 (9.7%)
$500 to $7992,150 (17.4%)787 (9.7%)
$800 to $9991,201 (9.7%)672 (8.3%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,935 (15.7%)2,619 (32.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9992,668 (21.6%)1,392 (17.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4992,204 (17.9%)826 (10.2%)
$2,500 to $2,999827 (6.7%)57 (0.7%)
$3,000 or more647 (5.2%)22 (0.3%)
Total12,327 (100.0%)8,083 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in East Providence

Housing Structures in East Providence

Housing Structures in East Providence
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached10,97453.8%
Single Unit, Attached7323.6%
2 Unit Apartments2,29711.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,6578.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6803.3%
10 or more Apartments3,97019.5%
Mobile Home / Other1000.5%
Total20,410100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Providence

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Providence
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached10,098 (92.0%)876 (8.0%)
Single Unit, Attached333 (45.5%)399 (54.5%)
2 Unit Apartments1,218 (53.0%)1,079 (47.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments292 (17.6%)1,365 (82.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments120 (17.6%)560 (82.4%)
10 or more Apartments166 (4.2%)3,804 (95.8%)
Mobile Home / Other100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12,327 (60.4%)8,083 (39.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Providence

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Providence
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room22 (0.2%)380 (4.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms337 (2.7%)2,743 (33.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms4,408 (35.8%)4,032 (49.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms5,112 (41.5%)616 (7.6%)
8 or more Rooms2,448 (19.9%)312 (3.9%)
Total12,327 (100.0%)8,083 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Providence

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Providence
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas7,972 (64.7%)4,575 (56.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas372 (3.0%)219 (2.7%)
Electricity300 (2.4%)1,980 (24.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene3,547 (28.8%)996 (12.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)22 (0.3%)
All other Fuels136 (1.1%)65 (0.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)226 (2.8%)
Total12,327 (100.0%)8,083 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in East Providence

Household Vehicle Usage in East Providence
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle378 (3.1%)1,498 (18.5%)
1 Vehicle3,569 (28.9%)4,609 (57.0%)
2 Vehicles5,529 (44.9%)1,662 (20.6%)
3 or more Vehicles2,851 (23.1%)314 (3.9%)
Total12,327 (100.0%)8,083 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in East Providence

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in East Providence

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units4,3447,983
Median Property Value$269,000$296,100
Median Household Income$72,593$2,485
Monthly Housing Costs$741$605
Real Estate Taxes$4,227$85

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Providence

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Providence
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000129 (3.0%)372 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99933 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,612 (60.1%)3,756 (47.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,359 (31.3%)3,362 (42.1%)
$500,000 to $749,999134 (3.1%)416 (5.2%)
$750,000 to $999,99948 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more29 (0.7%)77 (1.0%)
Total4,344 (100.0%)7,983 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Providence

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Providence
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000180 (4.1%)172 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999612 (14.1%)33 (0.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999436 (10.0%)280 (3.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999349 (8.0%)256 (3.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999647 (14.9%)549 (6.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999623 (14.3%)1,284 (16.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999846 (19.5%)919 (11.5%)
$150,000 or more651 (15.0%)2,177 (27.3%)
Total4,344 (100.0%)7,983 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Providence

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Providence
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x897 (20.6%)113,926 (1,427.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x595 (13.7%)2,338 (29.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x488 (11.2%)2,271 (28.4%)
4.0x or more2,280 (52.5%)1,256 (15.7%)
Total4,344 (100.0%)7,983 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Providence

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Providence
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80069 (1.6%)24 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,499143 (3.3%)348 (4.4%)
$800 to $1,4994,046 (93.1%)59 (0.7%)
Total4,344 (100.0%)7,983 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in East Providence

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Providence

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Providence
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,840 (99.1%)27 (0.9%)
6 to 18 Years5,168 (99.6%)20 (0.4%)
19 to 25 Years3,062 (90.2%)334 (9.8%)
26 to 34 Years5,903 (89.6%)683 (10.4%)
35 to 44 Years5,756 (95.0%)305 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years5,563 (97.7%)132 (2.3%)
55 to 64 Years7,002 (97.4%)184 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years5,246 (98.9%)56 (1.1%)
75 Years and older4,074 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44,614 (96.2%)1,741 (3.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Providence

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Providence
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,840 (99.1%)27 (0.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,168 (99.6%)20 (0.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,062 (90.2%)334 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Providence

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Providence
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0004,964 (99.2%)41 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9995,756 (92.7%)451 (7.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,925 (95.6%)273 (4.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,096 (96.1%)250 (3.9%)
$100,000 and over21,764 (96.8%)726 (3.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Providence

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Providence
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6921 (32.1%)2,007 (70.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,621 (31.2%)3,733 (72.0%)
19 to 25 Years729 (21.5%)2,409 (70.9%)
25 to 34 Years1,383 (21.0%)4,728 (71.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,040 (17.2%)4,844 (79.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,448 (25.4%)4,375 (76.8%)
55 to 64 Years1,876 (26.1%)5,471 (76.1%)
65 to 74 Years4,875 (91.9%)3,232 (61.0%)
75 Years and over4,067 (99.8%)2,362 (58.0%)
Total17,960 (38.7%)33,161 (71.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Providence

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Providence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years213 (7.9%)77 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years378 (7.0%)493 (10.1%)
35 to 64 Years1,512 (15.9%)1,119 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years638 (24.0%)480 (18.1%)
75 Years and over553 (38.1%)1,355 (51.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in East Providence

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in East Providence: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years46 (0.9%)27 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years190 (2.0%)70 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years219 (8.3%)32 (1.2%)
75 Years and over274 (18.9%)350 (13.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in East Providence: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (0.2%)128 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years212 (2.2%)152 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years51 (1.9%)41 (1.5%)
75 Years and over85 (5.9%)342 (13.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in East Providence: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years150 (5.6%)62 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years290 (5.4%)282 (5.8%)
35 to 64 Years862 (9.1%)497 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years126 (4.8%)113 (4.3%)
75 Years and over67 (4.6%)399 (15.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in East Providence: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years23 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)105 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years537 (5.7%)563 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years385 (14.5%)380 (14.3%)
75 Years and over288 (19.9%)901 (34.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in East Providence: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years118 (4.4%)15 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)43 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years392 (4.1%)263 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years136 (5.1%)70 (2.6%)
75 Years and over133 (9.2%)396 (15.1%)

Technology Access in East Providence

Computing Device Access in East Providence

Computing Device Access in East Providence
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop15,23674.7%
Smartphone16,47080.7%
Tablet11,57456.7%
No Computing Device1,6478.1%
Total20,410100.0%

Internet Access in East Providence

Internet Access in East Providence
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet680.3%
Broadband Home15,06173.8%
Cellular Data Only2,21110.8%
Satellite Internet5502.7%
No Internet2,75213.5%
Total20,410100.0%

East Providence Summary

History

East Providence, Rhode Island is a city located in Providence County, Rhode Island. It is located on the eastern shore of Narragansett Bay, and is bordered by the cities of Providence, Barrington, and Warren. The city was originally part of the town of Rehoboth, Massachusetts, and was incorporated as a city in 1862.
East Providence was originally inhabited by the Wampanoag tribe, who were part of the Algonquin nation. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1636, and the town of Rehoboth was established in 1643. The town was divided in 1747, and the portion that became East Providence was known as Seekonk. The area was part of Massachusetts until 1747, when it became part of Rhode Island.
In the 19th century, East Providence became an important industrial center, with the development of the Providence and Worcester Railroad in 1847. The railroad connected East Providence to Providence and other cities in the region, and allowed for the transportation of goods and people. The city also became a popular summer resort destination, with the development of several hotels and resorts.
In the 20th century, East Providence continued to grow and develop. The city was home to several large manufacturing companies, including the American Locomotive Company, which produced locomotives and other railroad equipment. The city also became a popular residential area, with the development of several neighborhoods and subdivisions.

Geography

East Providence is located in Providence County, Rhode Island, on the eastern shore of Narragansett Bay. The city is bordered by the cities of Providence, Barrington, and Warren. The city covers an area of 10.7 square miles, and has a population of 47,037, according to the 2010 census.
The city is located on the Seekonk River, which flows into Narragansett Bay. The city is located on the eastern edge of the Blackstone Valley, and is part of the Providence metropolitan area. The city is located in a humid continental climate zone, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.

Economy

East Providence is a major economic center in Rhode Island. The city is home to several large companies, including the American Locomotive Company, which produces locomotives and other railroad equipment. The city is also home to several large retail stores, including the Providence Place Mall.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including the University of Rhode Island, Rhode Island College, and the Community College of Rhode Island. The city is also home to several hospitals, including Rhode Island Hospital and Women & Infants Hospital.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, East Providence has a population of 47,037. The city has a median household income of $50,945, and a median family income of $62,945. The city has a poverty rate of 11.3%, and a population that is 79.2% white, 8.3% Hispanic or Latino, 6.2% African American, and 4.3% Asian. The city also has a population that is 18.3% foreign-born, and 8.2% speak a language other than English at home.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of East Providence?
Total Population of East Providence is 47,012.
What is the Total Male Population of East Providence?
Total Male Population of East Providence is 23,369.
What is the Total Female Population of East Providence?
Total Female Population of East Providence is 23,643.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in East Providence?
There are 98.84 Males per 100 Females in East Providence.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in East Providence?
There are 101.17 Females per 100 Males in East Providence.
What is the Median Population Age in East Providence?
Median Population Age in East Providence is 43.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in East Providence
Average Family Size in East Providence is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in East Providence
Average Household Size in East Providence is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in East Providence?
Per Capita income in East Providence is $42,159.
What is the Median Family Income in East Providence?
Median Family Income in East Providence is $103,175.
What is the Median Household income in East Providence?
Median Household Income in East Providence is $71,736.
What is Income or Wage Gap in East Providence?
Income or Wage Gap in East Providence is 14.4%.
Women in East Providence earn 85.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in East Providence?
Family Income Deficit in East Providence is $9,335.
Families that are below poverty line in East Providence earn $9,335 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in East Providence?
Inequality or Gini Index in East Providence is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in East Providence?
There are 25,817 People in the Labor Forcein in East Providence.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in East Providence?
64.8% of People are in the Labor Force in East Providence.
What is the Unemployment Rate in East Providence?
Unemployment Rate in East Providence is 5.6%.