Weekapaug, RI is a small seaside community located in Washington County, Rhode Island. With a population of 479 and a population density of 393 people per square mile, Weekapaug is much less densely populated than the United States overall. This gives it a peaceful atmosphere and plenty of outdoor activities for residents to enjoy year-round. There are many locally owned businesses, such as the Weekapaug General Store, offering groceries and staples as well as souvenirs. There's also the Portside Marina for boating and fishing activities and the Weekapaug Golf Club for golf enthusiasts. Other organizations in town include the Weekapaug Community Association and The Historical Society of Westerly-Pawcatuck which both promote local events and history. A popular annual event in Weekapaug is their Christmas by Candlelight celebration featuring carolers, holiday decorations, food vendors, and more. Additionally, high school sports teams from nearby Westerly often come to play at Weekapaug's home fields during football season.
The population in Weekapaug is 479. There are 412 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Weekapaug is 48.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Weekapaug is 1.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Weekapaug
- 39.0% are married
- 5.4% are divorced
- 8.3% are married with children
- 8.3% have children, but are single
Race in Weekapaug
- 99.1% are White
- 0.9% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander