Providence, RI County is a vibrant community with a population of 656,672 and a population density of 1,555 people per square mile. The county offers many attractions including small businesses, restaurants, year-round activities, and organizations. Local businesses in Providence include the Fox Point Farmers Market which has been offering fresh produce since 2010. Outdoor activities are plentiful as well and popular activities include kayaking or paddleboarding in the Seekonk River or hiking at Diamond Hill Park. Organizations such as the Providence Preservation Society are responsible for preserving the city’s historic buildings and landmarks. Sports lovers can enjoy attending local sporting events like baseball games at McCoy Stadium or basketball games featuring the Providence Friars at the Dunkin Donuts Center.
The population in Providence County is 656,672. There are 1,604 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Providence County is 37.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Providence County is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Providence County
- 42.0% are married
- 11.1% are divorced
- 27.2% are married with children
- 22.4% have children, but are single
Race in Providence County
- 62.2% are White
- 8.0% are Black
- 4.1% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 1.0% claim Other
- 21.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.6% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander