Woonsocket, RI

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Woonsocket Overview

43,029
TOTAL POPULATION
21,062
MALE POPULATION
21,967
FEMALE POPULATION
95.88
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.30
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,142
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,192
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,398
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,968
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
21,383
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Woonsocket Zip Codes

Woonsocket Area Codes

Race in Woonsocket

The most populous races in Woonsocket are White / Caucasian (26,675 | 62.0%), Hispanic or Latino (10,367 | 24.1%), and Two or more Races (6,637 | 15.4%).
Race in Woonsocket
Race# Population% Population
Asian2,7116.3%
Black / African American3,3467.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific420.1%
Hispanic or Latino10,36724.1%
Native / Alaskan5441.3%
White / Caucasian26,67562.0%
Two or more Races6,63715.4%
Some other Race3,0747.1%
Total43,029100.0%

Ancestry in Woonsocket

The most populous ancestries reported in Woonsocket are Puerto Rican (6,192 | 14.4%), French Canadian (5,484 | 12.7%), French (5,262 | 12.2%), Irish (4,468 | 10.4%), and English (1,954 | 4.5%), together accounting for 54.3% of all Woonsocket residents.
Ancestry in Woonsocket
Ancestry# Population% Population
African5331.2%
Albanian1590.4%
Alsatian90.0%
American1,4373.3%
Arab4161.0%
Armenian560.1%
Austrian20.0%
Basque70.0%
Belgian180.0%
Bhutanese540.1%
Blackfeet580.1%
Bolivian1230.3%
Brazilian4040.9%
British270.1%
British West Indian420.1%
Burmese350.1%
Cajun80.0%
Canadian2370.5%
Cape Verdean5451.3%
Central American7781.8%
Central American Indian4421.0%
Cherokee920.2%
Colombian3450.8%
Costa Rican490.1%
Cree140.0%
Cuban200.1%
Czech290.1%
Danish120.0%
Dominican1,6673.9%
Dutch600.1%
Eastern European130.0%
English1,9544.5%
European1220.3%
French5,26212.2%
French Canadian5,48412.7%
German1,4213.3%
Greek40.0%
Guatemalan2790.6%
Haitian280.1%
Honduran1770.4%
Icelander370.1%
Indian (Asian)990.2%
Irish4,46810.4%
Iroquois740.2%
Italian1,9324.5%
Japanese5001.2%
Korean1800.4%
Lebanese1190.3%
Liberian800.2%
Lithuanian450.1%
Malaysian1,1072.6%
Mexican4661.1%
Moroccan550.1%
Native Hawaiian420.1%
Nicaraguan410.1%
Nigerian280.1%
Northern European160.0%
Norwegian370.1%
Pakistani40.0%
Panamanian230.1%
Polish1,2192.8%
Portuguese1,2202.8%
Puerto Rican6,19214.4%
Romanian1840.4%
Russian1150.3%
Salvadoran2090.5%
Scandinavian420.1%
Scotch-Irish970.2%
Scottish4961.1%
Senegalese1350.3%
Sierra Leonean190.0%
South African830.2%
South American6961.6%
Spaniard250.1%
Spanish1600.4%
Sri Lankan710.2%
Subsaharan African1,4353.3%
Swedish3570.8%
Syrian1530.4%
Thai9462.2%
Ukrainian1380.3%
Uruguayan20.0%
Venezuelan2260.5%
Vietnamese140.0%
Welsh260.1%
West Indian20.0%
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Immigrants in Woonsocket

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Woonsocket came from Latin America (2,144 | 5.0%), Asia (1,904 | 4.4%), Africa (1,253 | 2.9%), South Eastern Asia (993 | 2.3%), and Western Africa (984 | 2.3%), together accounting for 16.9% of all Woonsocket residents.
Immigrants in Woonsocket
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1,2532.9%
Albania1440.3%
Asia1,9044.4%
Azores60.0%
Bangladesh140.0%
Brazil3940.9%
Bulgaria180.0%
Cabo Verde3790.9%
Cambodia1040.2%
Canada890.2%
Caribbean7591.8%
Central America5031.2%
China150.0%
Colombia2080.5%
Costa Rica260.1%
Dominican Republic6371.5%
Eastern Africa30.0%
Eastern Asia450.1%
Eastern Europe3540.8%
Ecuador80.0%
El Salvador840.2%
England520.1%
Europe9022.1%
France60.0%
Germany120.0%
Guatemala270.1%
Haiti1220.3%
Honduras340.1%
India7341.7%
Indonesia100.0%
Italy40.0%
Korea300.1%
Laos7151.7%
Latin America2,1445.0%
Lebanon360.1%
Liberia2110.5%
Mexico2890.7%
Middle Africa30.0%
Morocco270.1%
Nicaragua200.1%
Nigeria400.1%
North Macedonia70.0%
Northern Africa730.2%
Northern Europe720.2%
Pakistan60.0%
Panama230.1%
Philippines770.2%
Poland970.2%
Portugal4060.9%
Romania190.0%
Russia490.1%
Senegal2460.6%
South America8822.1%
South Central Asia7541.8%
South Eastern Asia9932.3%
Southern Europe4581.1%
Spain480.1%
Syria760.2%
Thailand40.0%
Ukraine120.0%
Uruguay20.0%
Venezuela2700.6%
Vietnam830.2%
Western Africa9842.3%
Western Asia1120.3%
Western Europe180.0%
Zimbabwe30.0%
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Sex and Age in Woonsocket

Sex and Age in Woonsocket

The most populous age groups in Woonsocket are 30 to 34 Years (2,247 | 10.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (2,111 | 9.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Woonsocket
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,752 (8.3%)1,772 (8.1%)
5 to 9 Years1,413 (6.7%)1,197 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years1,385 (6.6%)992 (4.5%)
15 to 19 Years1,190 (5.7%)1,108 (5.0%)
20 to 24 Years986 (4.7%)1,336 (6.1%)
25 to 29 Years1,943 (9.2%)2,111 (9.6%)
30 to 34 Years2,247 (10.7%)1,777 (8.1%)
35 to 39 Years1,467 (7.0%)1,392 (6.3%)
40 to 44 Years905 (4.3%)1,250 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years1,147 (5.4%)1,179 (5.4%)
50 to 54 Years1,378 (6.5%)1,412 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years1,149 (5.5%)1,331 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,343 (6.4%)1,611 (7.3%)
65 to 69 Years1,184 (5.6%)1,034 (4.7%)
70 to 74 Years590 (2.8%)898 (4.1%)
75 to 79 Years519 (2.5%)565 (2.6%)
80 to 84 Years239 (1.1%)574 (2.6%)
85 Years and over225 (1.1%)428 (1.9%)
Total21,062 (100.0%)21,967 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Woonsocket

Median Family Size in Woonsocket

The median family size in Woonsocket is 3.21 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,589 | 56.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.29 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (986 | 10.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.57 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Woonsocket
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple5,589 (56.4%)3.29
Single Male/Father986 (10.0%)2.57
Single Female/Mother3,334 (33.7%)3.26
Total Families9,909 (100.0%)3.21

Median Household Size in Woonsocket

The median household size in Woonsocket is 2.48 persons per household, with single female/mother households (3,334 | 19.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.5 persons per household. non-family households (7,063 | 41.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Woonsocket
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple5,589 (32.9%)3.35
Single Male/Father986 (5.8%)3.13
Single Female/Mother3,334 (19.6%)3.50
Non-family7,063 (41.6%)1.23
Total Households16,972 (100.0%)2.48

Household Size by Marriage Status in Woonsocket

Out of a total of 16,972 households in Woonsocket, 9,909 (58.4%) are family households, while 7,063 (41.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,872, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,669.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Woonsocket
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-5,669 (33.4%)
2-Person Households3,872 (22.8%)1,236 (7.3%)
3-Person Households2,416 (14.2%)109 (0.6%)
4-Person Households1,850 (10.9%)49 (0.3%)
5-Person Households1,143 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households412 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households216 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,909 (58.4%)7,063 (41.6%)

Female Fertility in Woonsocket

Fertility by Age in Woonsocket

Average fertility rate in Woonsocket is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 65.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Woonsocket
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years16 (2.8%)14.0
20 to 34 years373 (65.8%)71.0
35 to 50 years178 (31.4%)44.0
Total567 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Woonsocket

58.0% of women with births (567) in Woonsocket are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 38.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Woonsocket
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years229 (61.4%)144 (38.6%)
35 to 50 years100 (56.2%)78 (43.8%)
Total329 (58.0%)238 (42.0%)

Fertility by Education in Woonsocket

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Woonsocket
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School92 (16.2%)55.0
High School Diploma167 (29.4%)53.0
College or Associate's Degree219 (38.6%)62.0
Bachelor's Degree89 (15.7%)60.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total567 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Woonsocket

42.0% of women with births in Woonsocket are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 78.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 51.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Woonsocket
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School68 (73.9%)24 (26.1%)
High School Diploma81 (48.5%)86 (51.5%)
College or Associate's Degree110 (50.2%)109 (49.8%)
Bachelor's Degree70 (78.6%)19 (21.3%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (58.0%)238 (42.0%)

Income in Woonsocket

Income Overview in Woonsocket

Per Capita Income in Woonsocket is $29,142, while median incomes of families and households are $64,192 and $54,398 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income43,029$29,142
Median Family Income9,909$64,192
Mean Family Income9,909$82,565
Median Household Income16,972$54,398
Mean Household Income16,972$71,565
Income Deficit9,909$10,968
Wage / Income Gap (%)43,02927.77%
Wage / Income Gap ($)43,02972.23¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index43,0290.45

Earnings by Sex in Woonsocket

Average Earnings in Woonsocket are $38,333, $44,448 for men and $32,104 for women, a difference of 27.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Woonsocket
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male10,911 (51.1%)$44,448
Female10,452 (48.9%)$32,104
Total21,363 (100.0%)$38,333

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Woonsocket

The most common earnings brackets in Woonsocket are $100,000+ for men (1,288 | 11.8%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (937 | 9.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Woonsocket
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less396 (3.6%)414 (4.0%)
$2,500 to $4,999186 (1.7%)321 (3.1%)
$5,000 to $7,499313 (2.9%)344 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999130 (1.2%)510 (4.9%)
$10,000 to $12,499124 (1.1%)400 (3.8%)
$12,500 to $14,999248 (2.3%)354 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499258 (2.4%)331 (3.2%)
$17,500 to $19,999129 (1.2%)371 (3.5%)
$20,000 to $22,499294 (2.7%)469 (4.5%)
$22,500 to $24,999318 (2.9%)446 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999810 (7.4%)825 (7.9%)
$30,000 to $34,999785 (7.2%)937 (9.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999787 (7.2%)847 (8.1%)
$40,000 to $44,999783 (7.2%)724 (6.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999600 (5.5%)701 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999864 (7.9%)348 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999925 (8.5%)723 (6.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999694 (6.4%)501 (4.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999979 (9.0%)517 (5.0%)
$100,000+1,288 (11.8%)369 (3.5%)
Total10,911 (100.0%)10,452 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Woonsocket

Average earnings in Woonsocket are $47,652 for men and $35,493 for women, a difference of 25.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,466, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,212. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,750, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $28,304.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Woonsocket
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,212$28,304
High School Diploma$44,797$31,760
College or Associate's Degree$51,414$34,652
Bachelor's Degree$58,490$49,288
Graduate Degree$86,466$63,750
Total$47,652$35,493

Family Income in Woonsocket

Family Income Brackets in Woonsocket

According to the Woonsocket family income data, there are 2,012 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 188 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Woonsocket
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004564.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991881.9%
$15,000 to $24,9998138.2%
$25,000 to $34,9997047.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991,60516.2%
$50,000 to $74,9992,01220.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991,34813.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991,60516.2%
$150,000 to $199,9995355.4%
$200,000+6446.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Woonsocket

5-person families (981 | 9.9%) account for the highest median family income in Woonsocket with $80,362 per family, while 2-person families (4,474 | 45.2%) have the highest median income of $30,052 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Woonsocket
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families4,474 (45.2%)$60,104
3-Person Families2,298 (23.2%)$65,349
4-Person Families1,658 (16.7%)$64,352
5-Person Families981 (9.9%)$80,362
6-Person Families337 (3.4%)$0
7+ Person Families161 (1.6%)$0
Total9,909 (100.0%)$64,192

Family Income by Number of Earners in Woonsocket

The median family income in Woonsocket is $64,192, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,105) having the highest median family income of $134,150, while families with no earners (1,276) have the lowest median family income of $26,793, accounting for 11.2% and 12.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Woonsocket
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,276 (12.9%)$26,793
1 Earner4,175 (42.1%)$47,392
2 Earners3,353 (33.8%)$90,420
3+ Earners1,105 (11.2%)$134,150
Total9,909 (100.0%)$64,192

Household Income in Woonsocket

Household Income Brackets in Woonsocket

With 3,089 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Woonsocket, accounting for 18.2% of all households. In contrast, only 662 households (3.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Woonsocket
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009675.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991,1716.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991,88411.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991,5619.2%
$35,000 to $49,9992,29113.5%
$50,000 to $74,9993,08918.2%
$75,000 to $99,9992,22313.1%
$100,000 to $149,9992,30813.6%
$150,000 to $199,9996623.9%
$200,000+8495.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Woonsocket

The median household income in Woonsocket is $54,398, with the highest median household income of $62,328 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,278 households (37.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,610, with 3,745 households (22.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Woonsocket
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years423 (2.5%)$55,453
25 to 44 Years6,526 (38.5%)$58,638
45 to 64 Years6,278 (37.0%)$62,328
65+ Years3,745 (22.1%)$33,610
Total16,972 (100.0%)$54,398

Poverty in Woonsocket

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Woonsocket

With 17.3% poverty level for males and 21.0% for females among the residents of Woonsocket, 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 130 males (49.8%) and 703 females (45.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Woonsocket
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years575 (33.5%)662 (37.4%)
5 Years130 (49.8%)10 (8.2%)
6 to 11 Years347 (21.1%)703 (45.8%)
12 to 14 Years225 (27.7%)91 (18.7%)
15 Years71 (24.5%)13 (5.7%)
16 and 17 Years183 (37.6%)55 (10.2%)
18 to 24 Years69 (4.9%)182 (10.9%)
25 to 34 Years547 (13.1%)1,203 (30.9%)
35 to 44 Years226 (9.5%)367 (13.9%)
45 to 54 Years352 (14.0%)320 (12.4%)
55 to 64 Years382 (15.6%)438 (15.1%)
65 to 74 Years335 (19.4%)395 (21.2%)
75 Years and over144 (15.6%)79 (6.0%)
Total3,586 (17.3%)4,518 (21.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Woonsocket

According to the poverty statistics in Woonsocket, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.1% of males and 94.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Woonsocket
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,140 (66.5%)1,110 (62.6%)
5 Years131 (50.2%)112 (91.8%)
6 to 11 Years1,296 (78.9%)832 (54.2%)
12 to 14 Years586 (72.3%)395 (81.3%)
15 Years219 (75.5%)217 (94.4%)
16 and 17 Years304 (62.4%)485 (89.8%)
18 to 24 Years1,328 (95.1%)1,489 (89.1%)
25 to 34 Years3,643 (87.0%)2,685 (69.1%)
35 to 44 Years2,146 (90.5%)2,266 (86.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,158 (86.0%)2,263 (87.6%)
55 to 64 Years2,064 (84.4%)2,460 (84.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,393 (80.6%)1,470 (78.8%)
75 Years and over777 (84.4%)1,236 (94.0%)
Total17,185 (82.7%)17,020 (79.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Woonsocket

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Woonsocket show that 4.7% or 261 of the total 5,589 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 27.1%, comprising of 119 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.0%, which includes 17 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Woonsocket
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,294 (96.3%)125 (3.7%)
1 or 2 Children1,713 (99.0%)17 (1.0%)
3 or 4 Children321 (73.0%)119 (27.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,328 (95.3%)261 (4.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Woonsocket

According to the poverty data in Woonsocket, 12.1% or 119 single-father households and 29.5% or 984 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 63 households (92.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 368 households (56.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Woonsocket
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children28 (8.5%)14 (1.5%)
1 or 2 Children28 (4.8%)567 (33.7%)
3 or 4 Children63 (92.6%)368 (56.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)35 (54.7%)
Total119 (12.1%)984 (29.5%)

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

The poverty data for Woonsocket shows that 261 of the married-couple family households (4.7%) and 1,103 of the single-parent households (25.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 119 households (27.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 431 household (59.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Woonsocket
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children125 (3.7%)42 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children17 (1.0%)595 (26.2%)
3 or 4 Children119 (27.1%)431 (59.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)35 (54.7%)
Total261 (4.7%)1,103 (25.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Woonsocket

Employment by Class of Employer in Woonsocket

Among the 18,766 employed individuals in Woonsocket, private company employees (13,729 | 73.2%), not-for-profit organizations (2,443 | 13.0%), and local government employees (904 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Woonsocket
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees13,72973.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2031.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5753.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,44313.0%
Local Government Employees9044.8%
State Government Employees5482.9%
Federal Government Employees3371.8%
Unpaid Family Workers270.1%
Total18,766100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Woonsocket

According to the labor force statistics for Woonsocket, out of the total population over 16 years of age (33,996), 62.9% or 21,383 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.9% or 1,903 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 82.4% or 1,913 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 26.4% or 254 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Woonsocket
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years961 (54.1%)254 (26.4%)
20 to 24 Years1,913 (82.4%)254 (13.3%)
25 to 29 Years3,255 (80.3%)293 (9.0%)
30 to 34 Years3,219 (80.0%)299 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years3,896 (77.7%)319 (8.2%)
45 to 54 Years3,893 (76.1%)350 (9.0%)
55 to 59 Years1,587 (64.0%)49 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,787 (60.5%)43 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years734 (19.8%)48 (6.5%)
75 Years and over135 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total21,383 (62.9%)1,903 (8.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Woonsocket

According to labor force statistics for Woonsocket, 74.6% of individuals (17,637) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (23,642) are in the labor force, with 7.7% or 1,358 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.5% or 4,088 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.1% or 240 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Woonsocket
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2,163 (61.3%)392 (11.1%)
High School Diploma6,256 (73.4%)869 (10.2%)
College / Associate Degree5,127 (74.7%)467 (6.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,088 (86.5%)142 (3.0%)
Total17,637 (74.6%)1,820 (7.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Woonsocket

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Woonsocket are Community & Social Service (1,963 | 10.1%), Management (1,347 | 6.9%), Education Instruction & Library (1,011 | 5.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (979 | 5.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (849 | 4.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Woonsocket

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Woonsocket, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (90.1%), Legal Services & Support (87.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (73.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (87.0%), Education, Arts & Media (82.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (75.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Woonsocket
OccupationMaleFemale
Management833 (61.8%)514 (38.2%)
Business & Financial321 (40.4%)473 (59.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science722 (73.8%)257 (26.3%)
Computers & Mathematics511 (72.6%)193 (27.4%)
Architecture & Engineering173 (90.1%)19 (9.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science38 (45.8%)45 (54.2%)
Community & Social Service 738 (37.6%)1,225 (62.4%)
Education, Arts & Media53 (18.0%)241 (82.0%)
Legal Services & Support102 (87.2%)15 (12.8%)
Education Instruction & Library246 (24.3%)765 (75.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment337 (62.3%)204 (37.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating215 (25.3%)634 (74.7%)
Health Technologists51 (13.0%)340 (87.0%)
Total (Category)2,829 (47.7%)3,103 (52.3%)
Total (Overall)10,058 (51.7%)9,399 (48.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Woonsocket are Food Preparation & Serving (1,194 | 6.1%), Healthcare Support (1,079 | 5.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (948 | 4.9%), Security & Protection (372 | 1.9%), and Personal Care & Service (341 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Woonsocket

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Woonsocket, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (95.1%), Security & Protection (70.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (95.6%), Personal Care & Service (58.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (48.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Woonsocket
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support48 (4.4%)1,031 (95.6%)
Security & Protection262 (70.4%)110 (29.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention145 (58.2%)104 (41.8%)
Law Enforcement117 (95.1%)6 (4.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving612 (51.3%)582 (48.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance651 (68.7%)297 (31.3%)
Personal Care & Service140 (41.1%)201 (58.9%)
Total (Category)1,713 (43.5%)2,221 (56.5%)
Total (Overall)10,058 (51.7%)9,399 (48.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Woonsocket are Office & Administration (2,518 | 12.9%), and Sales & Related (1,793 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Woonsocket

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Woonsocket
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related843 (47.0%)950 (53.0%)
Office & Administration602 (23.9%)1,916 (76.1%)
Total (Category)1,445 (33.5%)2,866 (66.5%)
Total (Overall)10,058 (51.7%)9,399 (48.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Woonsocket are Construction & Extraction (1,094 | 5.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (576 | 3.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (36 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Woonsocket

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Woonsocket
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,094 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair556 (96.5%)20 (3.5%)
Total (Category)1,686 (98.8%)20 (1.2%)
Total (Overall)10,058 (51.7%)9,399 (48.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Woonsocket are Production (1,682 | 8.6%), Material Moving (1,080 | 5.6%), and Transportation (812 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Woonsocket

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Woonsocket
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,122 (66.7%)560 (33.3%)
Transportation621 (76.5%)191 (23.5%)
Material Moving642 (59.4%)438 (40.6%)
Total (Category)2,385 (66.7%)1,189 (33.3%)
Total (Overall)10,058 (51.7%)9,399 (48.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Woonsocket

Employment Industries in Woonsocket

The major employment industries in Woonsocket include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,525 | 18.1%), Retail Trade (2,879 | 14.8%), Manufacturing (2,789 | 14.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,327 | 6.8%), and Construction (1,309 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Woonsocket

Employment Industries by Sex in Woonsocket

The Woonsocket industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (81.2%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (60.7%), and Finance & Insurance (55.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Woonsocket
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,287 (98.3%)22 (1.7%)
Manufacturing1,731 (62.1%)1,058 (37.9%)
Wholesale Trade335 (72.5%)127 (27.5%)
Retail Trade1,580 (54.9%)1,299 (45.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing715 (70.4%)300 (29.6%)
Utilities33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information97 (49.5%)99 (50.5%)
Finance & Insurance369 (44.8%)455 (55.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing97 (48.5%)103 (51.5%)
Professional & Scientific372 (51.4%)351 (48.5%)
Enterprise Management8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support471 (55.5%)378 (44.5%)
Educational Services615 (47.3%)684 (52.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance663 (18.8%)2,862 (81.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation189 (39.3%)292 (60.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services665 (50.1%)662 (49.9%)
Public Administration322 (52.7%)289 (47.3%)
Total10,058 (51.7%)9,399 (48.3%)

Education in Woonsocket

School Enrollment in Woonsocket

The most common levels of schooling among the 8,973 students in Woonsocket are elementary school (2,029 | 22.6%), high school (1,764 | 19.7%), and college / undergraduate (1,720 | 19.2%).
School Enrollment in Woonsocket
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7117.9%
Kindergarten6337.0%
Elementary School2,02922.6%
Middle School1,70819.0%
High School1,76419.7%
College / Undergraduate1,72019.2%
Graduate / Professional4084.5%
Total8,973100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Woonsocket

Out of a total of 8,973 students who are enrolled in schools in Woonsocket, 879 (9.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,094 (90.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 114 (30.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 619 (97.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Woonsocket
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds619 (97.9%)13 (2.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,193 (95.2%)111 (4.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,125 (93.5%)147 (6.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,314 (93.7%)89 (6.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds366 (85.5%)62 (14.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds559 (86.1%)90 (13.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds657 (72.5%)249 (27.5%)
35 Years and over265 (69.9%)114 (30.1%)
Total8,094 (90.2%)879 (9.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Woonsocket

Business (1,476 | 24.3%), education (795 | 13.1%), science & technology (555 | 9.1%), arts & humanities (508 | 8.4%), and computers & mathematics (506 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 6,080 individuals in Woonsocket who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Woonsocket
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5068.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1131.9%
Physical & Health Sciences1011.7%
Psychology3055.0%
Social Sciences4547.5%
Engineering3535.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies70.1%
Science & Technology5559.1%
Business1,47624.3%
Education79513.1%
Literature & Languages2544.2%
Liberal Arts & History1843.0%
Visual & Performing Arts2484.1%
Communications2213.6%
Arts & Humanities5088.4%
Total6,080100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Woonsocket

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Woonsocket

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Woonsocket are males with 2 vehicles (4,124, accounting for 42.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,943, making up 45.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Woonsocket
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle557 (5.7%)803 (8.9%)
1 Vehicle3,028 (31.1%)2,186 (24.3%)
2 Vehicles4,124 (42.3%)3,943 (43.8%)
3 Vehicles1,234 (12.7%)1,314 (14.6%)
4 Vehicles600 (6.2%)574 (6.4%)
5 or more Vehicles199 (2.0%)177 (2.0%)
Total9,742 (100.0%)8,997 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Woonsocket

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Woonsocket are 30 to 34 minutes (2,967 commuters, 16.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,388 commuters, 13.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (2,109 commuters, 11.7%).
Commute Time in Woonsocket
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6543.6%
5 to 9 Minutes2,03511.3%
10 to 14 Minutes2,10411.7%
15 to 19 Minutes2,38813.3%
20 to 24 Minutes2,10911.7%
25 to 29 Minutes1,0776.0%
30 to 34 Minutes2,96716.5%
35 to 39 Minutes6313.5%
40 to 44 Minutes8544.8%
45 to 59 Minutes1,4217.9%
60 to 89 Minutes1,3317.4%
90 or more Minutes4192.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Woonsocket

The most common commute times in Woonsocket are 30 to 34 minutes (1,665 commuters, 17.8%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,302 commuters, 15.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Woonsocket
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes190 (2.0%)464 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes746 (8.0%)1,289 (14.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes968 (10.4%)1,136 (13.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,294 (13.9%)1,094 (12.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,153 (12.3%)956 (11.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes596 (6.4%)481 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,665 (17.8%)1,302 (15.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes321 (3.4%)310 (3.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes417 (4.5%)437 (5.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes740 (7.9%)681 (7.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes951 (10.2%)380 (4.4%)
90 or more Minutes298 (3.2%)121 (1.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Woonsocket

The most frequent times of departure to work in Woonsocket are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (1,249, 13.4%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,214, 14.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Woonsocket
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM776 (8.3%)429 (5.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM803 (8.6%)173 (2.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM662 (7.1%)557 (6.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM788 (8.4%)908 (10.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM751 (8.0%)706 (8.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,082 (11.6%)1,122 (13.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM668 (7.1%)934 (10.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM799 (8.6%)1,214 (14.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM270 (2.9%)260 (3.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM557 (6.0%)302 (3.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM193 (2.1%)242 (2.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM95 (1.0%)110 (1.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,249 (13.4%)908 (10.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM646 (6.9%)786 (9.1%)
Total9,339 (100.0%)8,651 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Woonsocket

Occupancy by Ownership in Woonsocket

Of the total 16,972 dwellings in Woonsocket, owner-occupied units account for 6,450 (38.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 10,522 (62.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Woonsocket
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6,45038.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10,52262.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units16,972100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Woonsocket

Occupancy by Household Size in Woonsocket
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household5,66933.4%
2-Person Household5,10830.1%
3-Person Household2,52514.9%
4+ Person Household3,67021.6%
Total Housing Units16,972100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Woonsocket

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Woonsocket
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,467 (25.9%)4,202 (74.1%)
2-Person Household2,519 (49.3%)2,589 (50.7%)
3-Person Household1,059 (41.9%)1,466 (58.1%)
4+ Person Household1,405 (38.3%)2,265 (61.7%)
Total Housing Units6,450 (38.0%)10,522 (62.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Woonsocket

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Woonsocket
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School611 (24.5%)1,878 (75.4%)
High School Diploma1,980 (33.1%)3,994 (66.9%)
College/Associate Degree2,089 (40.4%)3,083 (59.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,770 (53.0%)1,567 (47.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Woonsocket

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Woonsocket
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4,30425.4%
35 to 44 Years2,64515.6%
45 to 54 Years2,87016.9%
55 to 64 Years3,40820.1%
65 to 74 Years2,42114.3%
75 to 84 Years9985.9%
85 Years and Over3261.9%
Total16,972100.0%

Housing Finances in Woonsocket

Median Income by Occupancy in Woonsocket

Median Income by Occupancy in Woonsocket
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied6,450 (38.0%)$85,437
Renter-Occupied10,522 (62.0%)$40,224
Average16,972 (100.0%)$54,398

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Woonsocket

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Woonsocket
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00051 (0.8%)339 (3.2%)
$5,000 to $9,99949 (0.8%)530 (5.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99964 (1.0%)1,110 (10.5%)
$15,000 to $19,999130 (2.0%)885 (8.4%)
$20,000 to $24,999135 (2.1%)734 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999263 (4.1%)1,293 (12.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999932 (14.4%)1,352 (12.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,049 (16.3%)2,032 (19.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,184 (18.4%)1,032 (9.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,419 (22.0%)883 (8.4%)
$150,000 or more1,174 (18.2%)332 (3.2%)
Total6,450 (100.0%)10,522 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Woonsocket

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Woonsocket
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30072 (1.1%)1,018 (9.7%)
$300 to $499277 (4.3%)721 (6.9%)
$500 to $799958 (14.8%)1,161 (11.0%)
$800 to $9991,021 (15.8%)1,632 (15.5%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,247 (19.3%)4,113 (39.1%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,367 (21.2%)1,280 (12.2%)
$2,000 to $2,499922 (14.3%)290 (2.8%)
$2,500 to $2,999357 (5.5%)28 (0.3%)
$3,000 or more229 (3.5%)90 (0.9%)
Total6,450 (100.0%)10,522 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Woonsocket

Housing Structures in Woonsocket

Housing Structures in Woonsocket
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached4,44326.2%
Single Unit, Attached4122.4%
2 Unit Apartments2,60315.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3,97723.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,57815.2%
10 or more Apartments2,89217.0%
Mobile Home / Other670.4%
Total16,972100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Woonsocket

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Woonsocket
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,102 (92.3%)341 (7.7%)
Single Unit, Attached143 (34.7%)269 (65.3%)
2 Unit Apartments1,161 (44.6%)1,442 (55.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments639 (16.1%)3,338 (83.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments111 (4.3%)2,467 (95.7%)
10 or more Apartments271 (9.4%)2,621 (90.6%)
Mobile Home / Other23 (34.3%)44 (65.7%)
Total6,450 (38.0%)10,522 (62.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Woonsocket

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Woonsocket
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room23 (0.4%)456 (4.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms416 (6.5%)2,729 (25.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,415 (37.4%)5,243 (49.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,506 (38.9%)1,790 (17.0%)
8 or more Rooms1,090 (16.9%)304 (2.9%)
Total6,450 (100.0%)10,522 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Woonsocket

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Woonsocket
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas4,110 (63.7%)7,050 (67.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas168 (2.6%)393 (3.7%)
Electricity329 (5.1%)1,949 (18.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,758 (27.3%)993 (9.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels85 (1.3%)68 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)69 (0.7%)
Total6,450 (100.0%)10,522 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Woonsocket

Household Vehicle Usage in Woonsocket
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle270 (4.2%)2,703 (25.7%)
1 Vehicle1,810 (28.1%)4,787 (45.5%)
2 Vehicles3,040 (47.1%)2,570 (24.4%)
3 or more Vehicles1,330 (20.6%)462 (4.4%)
Total6,450 (100.0%)10,522 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Woonsocket

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Woonsocket

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,3094,141
Median Property Value$233,700$246,000
Median Household Income$70,114$895
Monthly Housing Costs$790$209
Real Estate Taxes$3,898$69

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Woonsocket

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Woonsocket
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000122 (5.3%)175 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99929 (1.3%)161 (3.9%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,595 (69.1%)2,617 (63.2%)
$300,000 to $499,999473 (20.5%)1,079 (26.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99940 (1.7%)80 (1.9%)
$750,000 to $999,99918 (0.8%)29 (0.7%)
$1,000,000 or more32 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,309 (100.0%)4,141 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Woonsocket

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Woonsocket
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00069 (3.0%)116 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999173 (7.5%)31 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999196 (8.5%)156 (3.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999341 (14.8%)67 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999476 (20.6%)591 (14.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999437 (18.9%)573 (13.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999338 (14.6%)747 (18.0%)
$150,000 or more279 (12.1%)1,081 (26.1%)
Total2,309 (100.0%)4,141 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Woonsocket

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Woonsocket
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x668 (28.9%)93,967 (2,269.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x306 (13.3%)1,481 (35.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x272 (11.8%)1,148 (27.7%)
4.0x or more1,057 (45.8%)366 (8.8%)
Total2,309 (100.0%)4,141 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Woonsocket

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Woonsocket
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80072 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49948 (2.1%)52 (1.3%)
$800 to $1,4992,014 (87.2%)230 (5.6%)
Total2,309 (100.0%)4,141 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Woonsocket

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Woonsocket

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Woonsocket
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years3,883 (99.4%)24 (0.6%)
6 to 18 Years5,984 (92.0%)520 (8.0%)
19 to 25 Years3,070 (95.2%)156 (4.8%)
26 to 34 Years6,646 (88.0%)909 (12.0%)
35 to 44 Years4,488 (89.7%)517 (10.3%)
45 to 54 Years4,866 (95.5%)227 (4.5%)
55 to 64 Years5,225 (97.8%)119 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,548 (98.8%)45 (1.3%)
75 Years and older2,119 (94.8%)117 (5.2%)
Total39,829 (93.8%)2,634 (6.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Woonsocket

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Woonsocket
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born3,883 (99.4%)24 (0.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,984 (92.0%)520 (8.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,070 (95.2%)156 (4.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Woonsocket

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Woonsocket
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0006,472 (97.6%)157 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9998,778 (92.9%)671 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,120 (91.9%)623 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,798 (89.1%)710 (10.9%)
$100,000 and over11,365 (96.0%)469 (4.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Woonsocket

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Woonsocket
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 63,040 (77.8%)1,304 (33.4%)
6 to 18 Years3,884 (59.7%)2,558 (39.3%)
19 to 25 Years1,280 (39.7%)1,843 (57.1%)
25 to 34 Years3,115 (41.2%)4,108 (54.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,869 (37.3%)2,759 (55.1%)
45 to 54 Years1,631 (32.0%)3,609 (70.9%)
55 to 64 Years2,107 (39.4%)3,501 (65.5%)
65 to 74 Years3,468 (96.5%)1,515 (42.2%)
75 Years and over2,110 (94.4%)1,006 (45.0%)
Total22,504 (53.0%)22,203 (52.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Woonsocket

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Woonsocket
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years545 (15.2%)457 (15.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,005 (18.0%)930 (16.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,807 (24.7%)2,178 (26.8%)
65 to 74 Years625 (36.2%)653 (35.0%)
75 Years and over368 (40.0%)480 (36.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Woonsocket

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Woonsocket: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years26 (0.7%)50 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years190 (3.4%)121 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years541 (7.4%)404 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years315 (18.2%)138 (7.4%)
75 Years and over267 (29.0%)249 (18.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Woonsocket: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years69 (1.9%)78 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years26 (0.5%)127 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years265 (3.6%)249 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years133 (7.7%)92 (4.9%)
75 Years and over17 (1.8%)60 (4.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Woonsocket: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years536 (15.0%)344 (11.6%)
18 to 34 Years573 (10.3%)565 (10.2%)
35 to 64 Years582 (7.9%)955 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years165 (9.6%)67 (3.6%)
75 Years and over56 (6.1%)139 (10.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Woonsocket: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years62 (1.7%)36 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years565 (10.1%)154 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years869 (11.9%)1,328 (16.4%)
65 to 74 Years380 (22.0%)538 (28.8%)
75 Years and over207 (22.5%)277 (21.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Woonsocket: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years118 (3.3%)15 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years87 (1.6%)124 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years239 (3.3%)581 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years140 (8.1%)62 (3.3%)
75 Years and over80 (8.7%)44 (3.4%)

Technology Access in Woonsocket

Computing Device Access in Woonsocket

Computing Device Access in Woonsocket
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop12,30072.5%
Smartphone14,13383.3%
Tablet9,39555.4%
No Computing Device1,1827.0%
Total16,972100.0%

Internet Access in Woonsocket

Internet Access in Woonsocket
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet40.0%
Broadband Home12,45773.4%
Cellular Data Only1,97711.7%
Satellite Internet6603.9%
No Internet2,31113.6%
Total16,972100.0%

Woonsocket Summary

Woonsocket, Rhode Island is a city located in Providence County, Rhode Island. It is the sixth largest city in the state, with a population of 41,186 as of the 2010 census. The city is situated on the Blackstone River, and is part of the Providence metropolitan area.

History

The area that is now Woonsocket was originally inhabited by the Nipmuc tribe, who called the area “Quinsigamond”. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1661, and the town was officially incorporated in 1867. The city was named after the Woonsocket Falls, which were named after the Woonsocket tribe, a branch of the Nipmuc.
The city was an important industrial center in the 19th and 20th centuries, with the first cotton mill being built in 1810. The city was also home to several other mills, including the Woonsocket Cotton Mill, which was the largest cotton mill in the world at the time. The city was also home to several other industries, including the American Woolen Company, which was the largest woolen mill in the world.

Geography

Woonsocket is located in northern Rhode Island, in Providence County. It is situated on the Blackstone River, and is bordered by the towns of Cumberland, North Smithfield, and Lincoln. The city has a total area of 11.3 square miles, of which 11.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.
The city is located in a hilly region, with the highest point being the summit of Woonsocket Hill, which is located at an elevation of 545 feet. The city is also home to several parks, including the Woonsocket Greenway, which is a 4.5 mile long linear park that follows the Blackstone River.

Economy

Woonsocket’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and services. The city is home to several large companies, including CVS Health, which is the largest pharmacy chain in the United States. The city is also home to several other companies, including the American Woolen Company, which is a manufacturer of woolen fabrics.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including the Community College of Rhode Island, which is the state’s only public two-year college. The city is also home to several hospitals, including Landmark Medical Center, which is the largest hospital in the city.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Woonsocket was 41,186. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 8.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 8.3% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 16.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,837, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $19,945. About 14.3% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Woonsocket is a city with a rich history and a diverse population. It is home to several large companies, educational institutions, and hospitals, and is an important part of the Providence metropolitan area. The city has a strong economy and a vibrant culture, and is a great place to live and work.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Woonsocket?
Total Population of Woonsocket is 43,029.
What is the Total Male Population of Woonsocket?
Total Male Population of Woonsocket is 21,062.
What is the Total Female Population of Woonsocket?
Total Female Population of Woonsocket is 21,967.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Woonsocket?
There are 95.88 Males per 100 Females in Woonsocket.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Woonsocket?
There are 104.30 Females per 100 Males in Woonsocket.
What is the Median Population Age in Woonsocket?
Median Population Age in Woonsocket is 35.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Woonsocket
Average Family Size in Woonsocket is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Woonsocket
Average Household Size in Woonsocket is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Woonsocket?
Per Capita income in Woonsocket is $29,142.
What is the Median Family Income in Woonsocket?
Median Family Income in Woonsocket is $64,192.
What is the Median Household income in Woonsocket?
Median Household Income in Woonsocket is $54,398.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Woonsocket?
Income or Wage Gap in Woonsocket is 27.8%.
Women in Woonsocket earn 72.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Woonsocket?
Family Income Deficit in Woonsocket is $10,968.
Families that are below poverty line in Woonsocket earn $10,968 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Woonsocket?
Inequality or Gini Index in Woonsocket is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Woonsocket?
There are 21,383 People in the Labor Forcein in Woonsocket.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Woonsocket?
62.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Woonsocket.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Woonsocket?
Unemployment Rate in Woonsocket is 8.9%.