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ZIP 02904

Pop. 32,531·Providence County·28th most expensive ZIP in Rhode Island
Median rent (all units)
$1,903/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.2%
Month-over-Month
+1.0%
vs US Median
-$62
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ZIP 02904 · $1,903
More expensive than 55% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,330
1 BR
$1,410
2 BR
$1,740
3 BR
$2,100
4 BR+
$2,500
Research median
$1,740/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$22,836/yr
At $1,903/mo median
Location
StateRI
CountyProvidence County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.2% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 02904 (Providence, RI) is roughly split between renters and owners, 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
32,531
Median income
$67,003
Median age
38.9
Renters
48.3%
Age distribution
22.2%
22.3%
26.1%
18%
Under 1822.2%
18–3422.3%
35–5426.1%
55–6411.4%
65+18%
Gender
47.2%
52.8%
Male47.2%
Female52.8%
Race & ethnicity
51.6%
12.2%
28.2%
White51.6%
Black12.2%
Hispanic28.2%
Asian4.6%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
12.2%
30.6%
25.3%
31.8%
No HS diploma12.2%
HS diploma30.6%
Some college25.3%
Bachelor's+31.8%
Housing tenure
51.7%
48.3%
Owner51.7%
Renter48.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 02904 in Providence, RI has changed in 5 years

Income
$56,139 → $67,003
up 19.4%
Population
31,494 → 32,531
up 3.3%
Renter share
49.2% → 48.3%
-0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
29.8% → 31.8%
+2.0 pts
Median age
39.8 → 38.9
-0.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $56,139 to $67,003 across the same window, up 19.4% versus 2021. Census counts show ZIP 02904 in Providence, RI adding about 1,037 residents over the five-year window, up 3.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 29.8% to 31.8% across the same window.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 02904 covers Providence, RI. The median rent here is $1,903/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,410/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,740/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($67,003/yr), ZIP 02904 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.2% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 02904?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 02904 (Providence, RI) is $1,903. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 02904 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 02904's median rent of $1,903/mo is $62 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 02904 compare to other ZIPs in Rhode Island?

ZIP 02904 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Rhode Island, ranking #28 out of 34 ZIPs at $1,903/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 02904?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,903/mo in ZIP 02904. The local median household income is $67,003/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 02904?

Rent in ZIP 02904 has increased 7.2% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 02904 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 02904 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,903/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($67,003/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 02904 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 02904 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.3% of ZIP 02904 households are renters, while 51.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 02904 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 02904 compare to the rest of Providence?

ZIP 02904 is more affordable than Providence overall. At $1,903/mo, it's $390 below the Providence citywide median of $2,293/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 02904 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 02904 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $1,903/mo, rent takes ~34% of ZIP 02904's median household income ($67,003/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 02904 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.75–5.99%
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