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North Providence

·19th most expensive in Rhode Island·North Providence rents are up 10.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,944/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.6%
Month-over-Month
+3.7%
vs US Median
-$21
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North Providence · $1,944
More expensive than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
48/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where North Providence's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,944/mo
Expected by trend
$1,923/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,340
1 BR
$1,440
2 BR
$1,760
3 BR
$2,120
4 BR+
$2,570
Research median
$1,760/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$23,328/yr
At $1,944/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 10.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.6% YoY, +3.7% MoM), not inventory.
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2022 vs 2026

How North Providence, RI has changed in 5 years

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$1,419 → $1,944
up 37.0%

Across the past five years, the going rent in North Providence, RI has shifted from $1,419 to $1,944, up 37.0% since 2022. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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North Providence rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in North Providence. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in North Providence, RI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Providence is $1,944/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,340/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,440/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,120/mo.

At 32% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), North Providence ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Providence an affordable city for renters?

North Providence is considered moderate for renters. At $1,944/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Providence slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in North Providence?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,944/mo in North Providence.

Is rent going up or down in North Providence?

Rent in North Providence has increased 10.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does North Providence rent compare to other cities in Rhode Island?

North Providence is one of the more affordable cities in Rhode Island for rent, ranking #19 out of 24 tracked cities at $1,944/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Providence?

Central Falls is nearby and more affordable at $1,721/mo, which is $223 less than North Providence.

How does North Providence rent compare to the national average?

North Providence's median rent of $1,944/mo is $21 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Rhode Island, it ranks #19 out of 24 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $1,944/mo, rent takes ~32% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Providence 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.75–5.99%
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