| City: | Albion, Rhode Island |
| County: | Providence County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:38:11 PM |
| Population: | 814 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 401 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 41.9514, -71.4551 |
| Land Area: | 0.193 sq mi |
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Albion is a small residential community in northern Rhode Island's Providence County. With 814 residents living across just 0.19 square miles, this compact village sits in a PO Box Only Zone where street delivery isn't available. The post office maintains 506 PO Boxes for 443 households, resulting in a 1.14 adoption rate that shows the post office serves some residents from surrounding areas.
The community skews older and professional. Median age is 52.9 years, well above Rhode Island's statewide median. Over half (52.3%) of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher. Median household income reaches $125,522, placing Albion among the state's more affluent communities. Remarkably, 42.2% of workers work from home, suggesting a population of remote professionals, consultants, and retirees.
Mail arrives via two rural carrier routes serving School Street (60 delivery points) and Main Street (35 delivery points). The village includes multi-unit buildings with basement, floor, and unit designations, particularly along these two main roads. Housing stock is predominantly older, with 384 of 476 total units built before 1939. About two-thirds of homes (298 of 443 occupied units) are owner-occupied, with a median home value of $271,000.
Small household sizes average just 1.8 people per home, typical for communities with older residents and fewer children. The 2020 Census recorded only 8 residents under age 18. This isn't a PO Box preference situation. Albion is designated a PO Box Only Zone, meaning PO Box delivery is the only option USPS provides for this territory.
Delivery concentrates on two main streets with multi-unit buildings containing basement, floor, and unit designations.
ZIP Code 02802 has 814 residents and 443 households (average 1.84 persons per household). The median age is 52.9 years, significantly older than the state (40.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.7% male and 53.3% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (92.5%, much higher than the state average of 71.3% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (3.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 814Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 531Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 4,217.6 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $125,522Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 443Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $271,000Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.84Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.24Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 460 | 582 | 919 | 998 | 1,079 | 1,078 | 903 | 671 | 723 | 501 | 501 | 702 | 531 |
| Decennial Census | 786 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 814 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 52.9
Male Median Age: 47.5
Female Median Age: 53.4
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 8 | 26 | 19 | 20 | 12 | 19 | 12 | 37 | 36 | 2 | 15 | 30 | 27 | 24 | 46 | 36 | 7 | 4 |
| Female | 13 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 7 | 35 | 32 | 37 | 64 | 41 | 58 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 7 | 6 |
| Total | 21 | 39 | 34 | 29 | 23 | 30 | 19 | 72 | 68 | 39 | 79 | 71 | 85 | 50 | 72 | 59 | 14 | 10 |
| White: | 753 | 93.08% |
| Black: | 4 | 0.49% |
| Hispanic:* | 31 | 3.83% |
| Asian: | 14 | 1.73% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 0.12% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 6 | 0.74% |
| Total: | 809 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 380 | 46.68% | 47.5 years |
| Females: | 434 | 53.32% | 53.4 years |
| Total: | 814 | 100% | 52.9 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 475 | 89.45% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 56 | 10.55% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 10.55% |
| Total Population: | 531 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 475 | 89.45% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 56 | 10.55% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $125,522, which is much higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $56,439 (81.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $56,201. Family households earn a median of $126,698 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $126,698). By gender, male median income is $69,484 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($58,850), with a current gap of $69,484 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 68.5%, which is above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is much lower than the state rate (5.7%). The largest occupation group is Management (40.6%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,083 | $67,813 | $48,456 | $47,826 | $48,495 | $48,404 | $51,582 | $51,125 | $69,321 | $103,750 | $105,694 | $113,056 | $125,522 |
| Median Family Income | $44,156 | $86,875 | $48,676 | $48,503 | $49,261 | $49,229 | $51,046 | $51,575 | $0 | $107,299 | $111,746 | $121,726 | $126,698 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $78,013 | $39,482 | $39,866 | $39,226 | $38,219 | $40,610 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $43,558 | $46,000 | $52,969 | $39,680 | $40,859 | $44,083 | $55,292 | $42,083 | $82,417 | $75,977 | $79,307 | $66,914 | $69,484 |
| Median Female Income | $44,906 | $52,878 | $42,500 | $42,091 | $41,731 | $41,691 | $42,260 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 350 | 68.49% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 161 | 31.51% |
| Total: | 511 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 142 | 40.57% |
| Service: | 63 | 18.00% |
| Sales and Office: | 89 | 25.43% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 56 | 16.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 350 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $271,000, which is considerably lower than the state median ($368,800), is up $52,100 (23.80%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $79,300. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,273), is down $869 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $736. Of occupied housing, owners make up 57.28% (36.42% with a mortgage, 63.58% free-and-clear) and renters 42.72% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 21.35%, which is far higher than the state rate (9.85%).
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $218,900 | $209,000 | $212,100 | $206,200 | $192,500 | $196,400 | $245,600 | $193,000 | $191,700 | $0 | $0 | $270,000 | $271,000 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 67 | 51.94% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 44 | 34.11% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 18 | 13.95% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 129 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $869 | $936 | $939 | $930 | $795 | $790 | $758 | $788 | $736 | $0 | $848 | $877 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 63 | 20.86% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 110 | 36.42% |
| Renter Occupied: | 129 | 42.72% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 302 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 302 | 78.65% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 82 | 21.35% |
| Total Housing Units: | 384 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 384 | 100.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 384 | 100% |
In 2023, 52.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 100.00%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is kindergarten (100.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is on par with the state rate (35.80%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 155 | 30.33% |
| Some college, no degree: | 27 | 5.28% |
| Associate's degree: | 62 | 12.13% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 215 | 42.07% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 52 | 10.18% |
| Total: | 511 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 511 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 267 | 52.25% |
| Private Insurance: | 531 | 70.99% |
| Public Insurance: | 217 | 29.01% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 748 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 748 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 20 | 100.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 20 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 20 | 100.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 20 | 100.00% |
ZIP Code 02802 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 9 business establishments, employing about 29 people with an annual payroll of $1,871,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 525Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 9Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $195,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $1,871,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 29Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 02802 is located in Providence County, Rhode Island, within the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 39300) and Rhode Island's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 1,673,807 people, about 0.05% of whom live in ZIP Code 02802. It covers 0.193 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.013 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Providence-Warwick, RI-MASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 39300Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 1,673,807Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.193 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.013 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 01Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 268.49 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
We could not locate which school district 02802 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.